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If 10,000 Denver Biters use a low-flow showerhead instead of a traditional one every day for a month, we'll save enough water to sustain eight astronauts for 180 years.

Though Tom Hanks played an astronaut in the movie Apollo 13, at 6 feet 1 inch in real life, he's an inch too tall for the job.

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The Bite

Aiming to explore new apartment territory? You don't have to be a pioneer of space to discover the Rocket Apartments, with 24 rentable modern studios and one-beds. These dog-friendly digs have free WiFi, built-in desks, and onsite laundry, and are a quick walk to hipster hideouts like Thai Basil and Vine Street Pub. Nifty extras: Fifty rocket sculptures - recycled from vacuum, iron, and thermos pieces - are scattered around the building, as well as eco design features galore, including Energy Star appliances, low-e windows that retain heat in winter, low-flow showerheads and toilets, low-VOC paints, and wind energy. Free computer and electronics recycling to boot. Lift off.

Wanna Try?

Rocket Apartments, 1778 Gilpin St. at 18th Ave. Leasing office at 1011 Colorado Blvd. at 10th Ave. (303-518-8883). Monthly rent, $575/studio; $750 and up/one-bedroom.

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