Kasen Seaver

Kasen Seaver

Kasen Seaver is a freelance writer for Earth911, and enjoys putting her knowledge of eco-conscious living into practice.



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8 Ways to Green Your Valentine’s Day

Kasen Seaver, February 9th, 2009

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Though the true origin of Valentine's Day is not known, celebrations certainly have changed throughout history. In ancient Rome, after sacrificing a goat, a "marital lottery" occurred whereby each bachelor would pick a woman's name out of an urn ... read more

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Tagged basics, cardboard, cfl, greenglass, ideas, led, nonferrousmetal, noteworthy, organicwaste, packaging, recycle

Published in Household


The Future of Eco-Friendly Home Design

Kasen Seaver, January 19th, 2009

There are plenty of changes occurring in the homebuilding industry, and even if you aren’t planning on moving anytime soon, it pays (literally) to know what changes are in store for when you finally make that decision. On the forefront of these changes are eco-friendly improvements and practices. In fact, the National Association of Home Builders estimates that almost 50 percent ... read more

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Tagged basics, concrete, constructionmaterials, greenbuilding, homeappliances, ideas, noteworthy, number5plasticPolypropylene, number6plasticpolystyrene, recycle, reduce, reuse, toilet, wood

Published in Construction


Making Digital Memories

Kasen Seaver, December 22nd, 2008

Reconnecting with family and friends is part of the holiday season. You can maintain that connection, even with those who cannot join you this year, with several quick, easy and eco-friendly digital options. Say Cheese The digital revolution makes capturing those moments and minimizing your impact a breeze: Viewing images prior to printing saves paper because you choose which photos you want prints ... read more

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Tagged basics, computers, ideas, noteworthy, photographicchemicals, rechargeablebatteries

Published in Electronics


USPS: Let Them Do it For You

Kasen Seaver, December 15th, 2008

You have enough to do this holiday season with decorating your home, attending parties, baking, hosting visitors, shopping and driving to the post office to mail packages or pick up stamps for holiday cards. If you could lighten the load a little, wouldn't that be a relief? Cut back on wasted time and money by greening your holiday ... read more

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Tagged basics, cardboard, ideas, mail, mixedpaper, noteworthy

Published in Paper


Ship It Green With USPS

Kasen Seaver, December 8th, 2008

Will you be an airline traveler this holiday season who has to pay for checked bags? Cut-back on your packing by shipping your gifts to their destinations early. The United States Postal Service makes it easy to order supplies online so you can prepare your shipments at home. The added benefits of greening your shipping practices this holiday season ... read more

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Tagged basics, cardboard, giftboxes, ideas, mail, mixedpaper, newspaper, noteworthy, packingmaterials

Published in Paper


A New Way to Shop

Kasen Seaver, October 20th, 2008

Even during tight economic times, sometimes it is difficult to not fall for the next great deal at the mall. But keep in mind that every piece of new clothing purchased can put a strain on environmental resources, especially during the manufacturing process. So, where is that new outfit suppose to come from? Try reusing and recycling unwanted clothing through swaps, ... read more

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Tagged basics, clothingandtextile, ideas, mail, noteworthy, reduce, reuse

Published in Household


Green Printing

Kasen Seaver, October 13th, 2008

The "Company Profile" is an Earth911.com series highlighting consumer goods and services making a difference through product stewardship and recycling. Products and services featured do not pay for placement and are not endorsed by Earth911.com. Like many industries, commercial printing is rapidly changing its standards for production in order to incorporate social and environmental responsibility. Nuri Riazati, CEO and co-founder of read more

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Tagged basics, energy, ideas, leaves, noteworthy, officemachines, recycle, reuse, tools, trees, windows

Published in Paper


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