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Photos: The future of energy 
The world consumes about 80 million barrels of oil a day, and we burn a lot of coal. These photos illustrate some of the more promising ideas to cut down on oil dependence.

Energy system worries officials 
Hard work and good luck, combined with excellent hydroelectric conditions and overtime work from aging power plants, enabled California to escape rolling blackouts during the July heat storm, state and utility officials said Tuesday.

WHERE WE STAYED
Statesman Journal - In the shadow of the awe-inspiring Castle Crags, the resort sits along a creek and includes a heated swimming pool, spa and gift shop. There is an adjacent campground. Address: 100 Railroad Park Road (50 miles north of Redding on Interstate 5 in

Photos: The future of energy 
The world consumes about 80 million barrels of oil a day, and we burn a lot of coal. These photos illustrate some of the more promising ideas to cut down on oil dependence.

Oil-addicted America finds a temporary fix in Africa
Seattle Times - Their swimming-pool heating bill in October topped $2,000. She winced hearing herself describe the Hummer as “something that signals success to our clients.” But as it happened, the Binnings were among the few gas-station customers to ponder America’s

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT 
KAVOURI, third-floor furnished apartment for rent, one bedroom, living room with fireplace, air conditioners, tree, big verandas, only 100 m from the sea. Ideal for year-round living.

South Africa: Clubhouse Opens for the Over-50 And Restless
AllAfrica.com, Washington - Jul 21, 2006… The clubhouse incorporates a wellness centre with a gymnasium, a 14m indoor heated swimming pool, health and beauty therapy, hairdresser, games area …

CB Richard Ellis/New England sells Applebriar Apartments to …
Boston/SF,  United States - Aug 14, 2006… leasing center which was built in 2004 including a great room, deck, state of the art fitness center, as well as a heated swimming pool and business center. …

Hotel Orient & Pacific: you will spend your summer holidays in …
Comunicati.net (Comunicati stampa), Italy - Aug 22, 2006… littoral. Our Hotel, completely renewed, has a very spacious private beach, a heated swimming pool and a maxi Hydro massage. Our …

Energy Adviser: Solar pool heaters reduce costs 
Earlier this year I attended a workshop you did on renewable energy options in Clark County, but you didn’t touch much on solar pool heaters.

After 22 Months of Hurricane Reconstruction, Central Florida Hotel Reopens as the Doubletree Guest Suites(R) Melbourne  
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.—-Aug. 3, 2006–Doubletree Hotels proudly announces the opening of an all-suite, full-service hotel on Florida’s popular Space Coast, with the debut of the Doubletree Guest Suites Melbourne Beach Oceanfront.

Sign up for YMCA swim class 
Sign-ups for fall group and private swim classes will be accepted in person on Sat., Aug. 19 at the Conejo Valley YMCA, 4031 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, according to Erin Pierik, YMCA aquatics director. Signups will be taken outside the pool lobby. Classes take place in the YMCA’s indoor he

Hall looks to future with seminar plan 
A historic hall, containing 25 generations of one family’s history, has become part of a new business venture to help to secure its future.

Pools play a large part in small towns’ summers
The Spokesman Review, WA - Aug 12, 2006… bus trips. Oakesdale (population 420): The changing room and pool were spotless, but the pool’s heater was broken. Pools are …

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Continues Expansion Momentum in China …
Hospitality Net (press release) - Jul 31, 2006… The 300-room hotel will feature 7,500 square feet of meeting space, three restaurants, an indoor heated swimming pool, health club and spa, and a business …

Sign up for YMCA swim classes
Moorpark Acorn,  USA - Aug 17, 2006… director. Sign-ups will be taken outside the pool lobby. Classes take place in the YMCA’s indoor heated swimming pool. Lessons are …

Nectar of the gods
Creative Loafing Atlanta, GA - Aug 2, 2006… wholly new. There’s nothing ordinary about the production’s central feature, a 24-foot, 3,000-gallon heated swimming pool. Much …