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When it comes time to look for new window treatments for your home, one of the biggest problems you have might be figuring out what to do with the old ones that you’re taking down. They’re large, they’re bulky, and they’re too faded to sell or even give away. With “no burn” laws in your area, you can’t even get rid of them that way. You wish you had purchased more eco-friendly window treatments when you got them, but it’s too late for that. All you can do is to make sure that the new window treatments you purchase are greener than the old ones were. [...]
Water used to be free, pure and clean. Unfortunately that resource is being depleted as the our water supply is being contaminated. We need to learn to conserve our natural resources and protect our environment. [...]
Are you looking for an interior design that is safe for the environment? Discover many Eco friendly decorating ideas including the use of natural rugs, safe paints, recycled furnishings and much more! [...]
In the past, it was impossible for an eco conscious bride to get an engagement ring that did not harm the environment in some way. The concept of a ring that was made ethically; whoever thought of that? [...]
Elimination Communication (EC) is a very Eco-Friendly and environmentally sustainable approach to becoming more diaper free. By offering potty breaks you can reduce the waste produced by your baby, or your washing load (or both!), minimizing the environmental footprint of your baby. These 3 Key Ideas Will Help You to Understand EC better… [...]
The runoff water from rain and snow is a valuable resource but right now most cities treat storm water as a nuisance to be disposed of. It would be cheaper and safer in the long run to recycle runoff for use in irrigation than to keep doing what we do now, which is to get rid of it. [...]
Everyone knows the familiar “reduce, reuse, and recycle” concept by now, but most people still have not moved past this most basic “greening” of their home and life onto other methods to help the planet. We have compiled a short list of other easy ways to live more sustainably, as well as save you some “green” in your wallet. We hope you will try out one or more of these community based strategies to benefit the environment and keep you on budget in this struggling economy… [...]
Frugality was once strictly for grandma and grandpa.. no more. The widespread acceptance and practice of frugality is an encouraging step toward greater self reliance. Frugality and conscious consumption will propel our society in a positive direction. [...]
The average wine barrel effectively ages wine for about 5 years. By then, the wine barrel has imparted its flavorings of oak and is no longer aging and enhancing the wine’s bouquet or flavor. [...]
With climate change and global warming seemingly always on the TV and in the papers it may appear that there is very little difference, we as individuals can do to bring about change but there are hundreds of little things that we can make that will contribute a great deal to a solution, It’s all about becoming green. If you start to make small changes from now on, you will find that you can become greener and save money into the bargain. A minor but easy change is to get into the habit of … [...]
Many harmful chemicals are used to control insect populations, even in home gardens. These chemicals can be harmful to our soil and environment as a whole and can be avoided. Just as we can begin using reusable shopping bags instead of plastic bags, so too can we use environmentally friendly means to keep bugs out of our gardens. [...]
Here are some ideas for gift giving that not only show your fondness for someone but also reflect your personal commitment to helping the environment. Time: The gift of time to help with chores is always appreciated but you could add an earth friendly twist to it. [...]
More and more people are now realising the need to have an eco friendly home. With natural resources under threat there is now an increased awareness of the power we all hold as individuals to help do our bit for the Earth. Each small step makes a difference when it comes to eco living, so here are a few ways you can get started living an eco friendly home life. [...]
Promotional products can be a moral dilemma for an environmentally conscious businesses. So, how can you spread the word about your company, or show appreciation to your employees or customers, without impacting the environment? By using eco-friendly promotional products that shows you are Earth-conscious and environmentally friendly. [...]
Green cars, solar panels, bamboo plates and green furniture. The world is going green with almost everything. You can also go green with your sandstone coasters. Coasters made from degradable materials such as sandstone are as durable, beautiful and useful as the synthetic ones. These materials are recyclable and will not damage the environment. Additionally, they help to make the user feel gratified by the fact that he or she is contributing to the protection of the environment. [...]
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