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With the start of a new year comes hope and change and most importantly, opportunity. In reaction to such inspiring settings, most of us turn to the old pad and pen to set up our course for the next year. So, what is on your list?
As you start to compile your outline for the next 365 days, let us ... read more
7 Resolutions, With a Green Twist
With the start of a new year comes hope and change and most importantly, opportunity. In reaction to such inspiring settings, most of us turn to the old pad and pen to set up our course for the next year. So, what is on your list?
As you start to compile your outline for the next 365 days, let us ... read more
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Stuffing? Mashed potatoes? Tofurky?
Regardless of what you put in your oven or your mouth, cooking is usually a holiday staple. But along with cooking, waste isn't usually far behind. From leftover food to left-open refrigerators, waste is all around us as we prepare the treats that make your holiday dinner party a hit.
Though cooking by candlelight may be ... read more
Clean Up Your Cooking
Stuffing? Mashed potatoes? Tofurky?
Regardless of what you put in your oven or your mouth, cooking is usually a holiday staple. But along with cooking, waste isn't usually far behind. From leftover food to left-open refrigerators, waste is all around us as we prepare the treats that make your holiday dinner party a hit.
Though cooking by candlelight may be ... read more
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The holidays just aren't complete without some fresh pine garland or the heirloom decorations that adorn your shelves or mantle during the cold winter months. This year, try adding an eco-friendly twist to your decor. If shopping for new tree trimmings or tablecloths, keep in mind the overall life cycles of the items you buy, from their packaging to ... read more
Decorating With Flair
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The holidays just aren't complete without some fresh pine garland or the heirloom decorations that adorn your shelves or mantle during the cold winter months. This year, try adding an eco-friendly twist to your decor. If shopping for new tree trimmings or tablecloths, keep in mind the overall life cycles of the items you buy, from their packaging to ... read more
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Black Friday: A day where millions of shoppers, still weary and full from the previous night's Thanksgiving feast, flock to retail stores across the country at pre-dawn hours to fill their carts and bags with deals aplenty as the holiday shopping season officially kicks off.
Phew. Are you tired from that description? We are too, but as wearisome as that might ... read more
5 Steps to an Eco Black Friday
Black Friday: A day where millions of shoppers, still weary and full from the previous night's Thanksgiving feast, flock to retail stores across the country at pre-dawn hours to fill their carts and bags with deals aplenty as the holiday shopping season officially kicks off.
Phew. Are you tired from that description? We are too, but as wearisome as that might ... read more
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The holiday season is officially in full-swing, and Thanksgiving marks the beginning of big family dinners, extensive gift shopping and elaborate decorations.
But the season isn't all turkey, stuffing and pie. According to RecycleWorks, from Thanksgiving to New Years Day, household waste increases by more than 25 percent.
So, start off your holiday season on the green foot by making a ... read more
8 Easy Green Thanksgiving Tips
The holiday season is officially in full-swing, and Thanksgiving marks the beginning of big family dinners, extensive gift shopping and elaborate decorations.
But the season isn't all turkey, stuffing and pie. According to RecycleWorks, from Thanksgiving to New Years Day, household waste increases by more than 25 percent.
So, start off your holiday season on the green foot by making a ... read more
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Let's be honest: Tires make the world go round. Unless you're a professional speed walker, your method of transportation probably involves tires of some sort.
But these tires don't last forever. Whether it's an irreparable flat or loss of tread, eventually tires need to be replaced. Some tires can be retreaded for a second life, but what happens to those ... read more
Recycling Mysteries: Tires
Let's be honest: Tires make the world go round. Unless you're a professional speed walker, your method of transportation probably involves tires of some sort.
But these tires don't last forever. Whether it's an irreparable flat or loss of tread, eventually tires need to be replaced. Some tires can be retreaded for a second life, but what happens to those ... read more
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Now that Halloween is over and you're ready to move onto the next holiday, consider yourself prepared to answer the question: What will you do with your costume, decor and more anyway?
Well, finding out what to do with your pumpkin after Halloween is the easy part.
And reusing your decorations year to year is a no-brainer. In fact, Americans ... read more
8 Ways to Reuse Your Costume
Now that Halloween is over and you're ready to move onto the next holiday, consider yourself prepared to answer the question: What will you do with your costume, decor and more anyway?
Well, finding out what to do with your pumpkin after Halloween is the easy part.
And reusing your decorations year to year is a no-brainer. In fact, Americans ... read more
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Many of us don't think about how much water it takes to do everyday household tasks such as washing a load of laundry or taking a quick shower.
But what if fresh water wasn't so easy to get? According to LiveEarth, almost one billion people worldwide live without access to clean, safe drinking water.
Among many factors, pollution from industrial ... read more
Help Solve the Water Crisis
Many of us don't think about how much water it takes to do everyday household tasks such as washing a load of laundry or taking a quick shower.
But what if fresh water wasn't so easy to get? According to LiveEarth, almost one billion people worldwide live without access to clean, safe drinking water.
Among many factors, pollution from industrial ... read more
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The days when kids were entertained with a simple wooden top are long gone. The toy industry brings in a revenue of around $21 billion annually, and they are constantly growing in complexity. Unfortunately, toys are rarely accepted in curbside programs because they are comprised of several different materials. Because of this, the best option with toys is to reuse ... read more
Don’t Toy With Me!
The days when kids were entertained with a simple wooden top are long gone. The toy industry brings in a revenue of around $21 billion annually, and they are constantly growing in complexity. Unfortunately, toys are rarely accepted in curbside programs because they are comprised of several different materials. Because of this, the best option with toys is to reuse ... read more
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Although many curbside recycling programs did not take glossy publications like magazines and catalogs in the past, it is now more common for them to be accepted. Unfortunately, this is news to many people - only about 20 percent of magazines are recycled from the home, even though at least two-thirds of the population has access to magazine recycling ... read more
Glossing Over It
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Although many curbside recycling programs did not take glossy publications like magazines and catalogs in the past, it is now more common for them to be accepted. Unfortunately, this is news to many people - only about 20 percent of magazines are recycled from the home, even though at least two-thirds of the population has access to magazine recycling ... read more
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