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“Green” technologies are getting a lot of press these days. However, a closer look reveals their “brown” side. Truly sustainable and green living really means less technology, not different technology. Learn a few simple things you can do to make a meaningful difference. [...]  With all the talk of going green, it should come as no surprise that there are movements being made towards green housing with every passing day. This way of living sustains our resources and actually has immense benefits for the family who lives green to the fullest extent that they can. [...] Understanding the green movement and the green lifestyle requires a basic “green vocabulary”. Terms or phrases like carbon footprint, organic certification, sustainable, low impact dyes, etc. connect with major environmental issues and green products we encounter every day. These include dwindling energy resources, pollution, fair labor practices, organic foods and organic apparel. [...] Here are eight Simple tips to help you to Go Green and save money at the same time. Tip number one – Buy locally produced food as often as possible. You will be helping the neighborhood economy, and you will be helping to shrink the hidden costs involved in food production, transport and distribution. The average American meal travels some 1,500 miles before a knife or fork touches it. [...] Brief information about pathway lighting fixtures is presented. More specifically, information about pathway lighting that uses LEDs is briefly discussed. [...] What’s the real deal about the global warming hoax? Find out here. [...] In this article you will read more about global warming and how it works. Get information, products and tips that can be used at home or at the office to help fight global warming and start a home business by doing it. Products include: Battery Reconditioning and Carbon Trading. Live greener and make money out of it. [...] Celebrities are using their fame to call attention to global warming. A project called Global Cool is designed to help people become more knowledgeable about how their actions can hurt or help Earth’s climate. [...] The RV Lifestyle may not be viewed as a green lifestyle, but on closer inspection you will see that not all is as it seems. Living the RV lifestyle may be your answer to the question, “what can I do for the Earth?” [...] Although environmentalism has been around for over a century, there is no doubt that the green movement has truly taken off in the past 10 years. There is a collective push for greener automobiles, greener homes, and greener products. One recent issue in the forefront is the toll that plastic shopping bags take on the environment. Hence, the latest must-have for environmentally conscious consumers: eco-friendly shopping bags. [...] The best way to cut down on the amount of materials it takes to make new things is stop buying so many. There are literally thousands of ways to borrow instead of buying if you just take the time to sit down and think about how easy it can be. Here we will outline what we can borrow and not buy. [...] Reduce, reuse and recycle every chance you get. It may take some time, but just by being aware you will increase your practice of the 3 “R’s”. The next time you go to throw out that old piece of lumber, fencing, or light fixture, stop yourself and take a load to the local reuse store. You may also find that reclaimed lumber fits the bill for your next building project. [...] When a company says something is “natural” or “organic” is this true or are they trying to trick you into believing their product is safe with greenwashing? Here is what you need to know! [...] Researches have estimated that growing a home vegetable garden can reduce a person’s carbon emission by as much as 17%. Here is some advice to get you started on your road to a greener lifestyle and spending less money. [...] What is Green Building? How does it benefit the home owner? The answer to these questions are explored in this article. [...] |
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