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- The Truth Behind Electric Vehicle Fuel SavingsOne of the best reasons for buying an electric vehicle is all those gallons of $3 or $4 gas you won't be paying for. But don't assume that giving up gasoline is going to save you a ton of money.
- How I Survived While Riding 145 Miles a Week on a BicycleBefore I had a car, there was a bike - and dry bags, heat packs, camel backs, and Wet Ones. And yes, the occasional irate driver had a pistol in hand. Welcome to my survival guide for bikers.
Can Garden Soil Be Green?A look at organic garden soils- are they worth the added cost?- How to Green Your BedroomYou’re probably familiar with lots ways to live a greener lifestyle. Many of us are driving less, recycling more and have started being more conscientious about things like reusable grocery bags and single-use plastics. But how green is your bedroom?
How to Use Eucalyptus Oil to Relieve Allergy SymptomsI have found eucalyptus oil to be an effective natural remedy for relieving allergy symptoms. If you suffer from seasonal allergies or sinus infections, you might benefit from it, too.- Five Ways to Include Kids in Your GardeningGardening together with children is a great way to have fun and make memories. Kids can also learn a lot working with grown-ups in the garden. Here are five ways to include kids in your gardening.
Can You Own an Eco-Friendly Pool?Backyard pools carry a costly reputation—both in operational and maintenance costs as well as environmental impact. However, there are a number of ways for a pool owner to maintain an eco-friendly pool.
Top 5 Green Laundry Room TipsNot only is it healthier to go green with your laundry, but you can potentially save a lot of money. For example, it is less expensive to make your own healthier detergent alternatives, and you will know exactly what is in them.- 6 Things to Know About Farmers’ MarketsFarmers' markets may be year-round or seasonal, large or small, indoors or out. The variety and selection may differ but these hints apply to them all.
- Green Natural Cleaners for Tough CleaningA summary of a few natural cleaners that are effective for tough cleaning jobs.
- 5 Unique Mother’s Day Gifts for Eco-Loving MomsIf you’ve got an eco-loving mom who is hard to buy for, you might want to consider an eco-gift for her this Mother’s Day. These gifts are designed to keep giving for years to come, to remind Mom of you and your thoughtfulness each and every day.
- Reuse Building Materials, and Give Old Supplies New LifeDuring a conversation with a friend of mine who lives in the southern US, I learned that her cousin built her entire home out of materials she collected from old buildings.
- Ways to Explore Nature with Your ChildLearn ways to explore nature with your child, and help them understand the value of plants, insects and more. These types of lessons are important since they instill a sense of caring and respect in many facets of life.
- Five Organizations for a Greener LifeGreen organizations, associations, and groups abound. Here's a look at a five you might want to check out.
Go Green at an Outdoor PartyDo your part to stay or go green with these simple outdoor party ideas that keep it green while keeping it fun.- Planting a Tree: 5 Things to Consider Before You DigBefore you pop a seedling in the ground, consider the following tips to ensure a healthy and useful addition.
- Helpful Transition from Meat to MeatlessBeing a vegetarian does not limit your choices to just salads and fruits. There are just the same amount of variety meatless meals you can create as you can with meals that contain meat.
3 Easy Hand Sanitizers You Can Make at HomeThese simple recipes for hand sanitizer will kill germs and bacteria using common ingredients and essential oils.
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- Dwarf Plumeria Plants Versus Compact Plumeria PlantsWith more and more gardeners worldwide starting to grow plumeria plants, the demand for dwarf and compact varieties increases dramatically. But what can be considered a dwarf plumeria plant and what characteristics define a compact plumeria plant?
- Creative Ways to Use Bobby PinsTry these creative ways to use bobby pins. They can be used to make a number of creative crafts, tools and more.
- 'Regulated Class' in California Seeks Reparations from CARBCARB chairman, Mary Nichols, has created more human misery than she and her agency have saved the environment. Industry workers prepared to ask for reparations but Nichols shut them down before they could be heard.
- Helping Fledgling BirdsWhat to do when young birds, also known as fledgling birds, fall out of their nests in your yard. Learn what kind of care and supplies works best to keep the young birds alive and safe.
- Teach Kids Through CompostingKids can learn about more than gardening if you involve them in the entire composting process.
- No Gym Required: Three Lifestyle Changes for Real HealthProcessed and convenience foods, mega-corporate farming practices, and an over-abundance of home appliances have destroyed food quality and removed the exercise from home maintenance. Three tips for improving our health and quality of life.
- Easy to Be GreenNot enough people are taking the steps to go green even though mostly everyone is aware of need to reduce our environmental impact. Living green doesn't take a complete change in lifestyle, all it takes is just a few simple green steps.
- Homemade Butter Face Mask for Treating and Preventing Aging SkinOne of the best natural ways to help treat and prevent aging skin is by using a homemade butter face mask a couple nights a week. I find it helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles well by hydrating and plumping the skin back up to youthfulness naturally.
- Removing Mold and Mildew from Air Conditioning CoilsRemove allergy causing mold and mildew from air conditioning coils using everyday household products. The process is relatively easy and safe enough for the average home owner to complete.
- Why Buy Fair Trade? Compelling Reasons to Invest in Ethical BusinessThis article answers the question, “Why buy fair trade?” and outlines several fundamental ways that spending money with fair trade companies makes a valuable difference.
- The 3 Best Walking Tours for Your Vacation/staycationWalking Tours provide tourists with an affordable way to explore during vacations and staycations alike. Three of my favorites are in New York City, Boston, and western Pennsylvania. Check out these when planning your next vacation.
- Clean Your House Safely and Save Money by Making Your Own Cleaning ProductsIf you have kids, pets, or are in worried about the environment, then consider making your own cleaning products with everyday household items like vinegar and baking soda.
- Breeding Rabbits to Produce Organic FertilizerI had found it extremely difficult to purchase rabbit dung at any of the likely outlets so I decided to buy my own rabbits and produce my own fertilizer.
- Outdoor Solar LightingEasy-to-use solar lighting casts a warm glow in the yard and garden
- 10 Tips for a Green Study Abroad ExperienceHere are 10 green actions that you can take in almost any location while studying abroad.
- Instead of Being Dissatisfied, Let Us Count Our BlessingsDissatisfaction with what we have leads us to look for greener grass elsewhere, but the grass on the other side of the fence is often not so green and we should try to be content with what we have
- When It's All Gone: An Enironmental Impact Statement in Poetic FormAustralia is an environmentally aware country endeavoring to maintain a natural balance. Destruction of the environment not only impacts on humans but also on the countries fauna as this indicates.
Ethical Questions Dog the LUSH Cosmetics Anti-Tar Sands CampaignBritish cosmetics manufacturer LUSH runs an on-going global anti-tar sands campaign while ignoring ethical questions about its own business of turning food into face scrub in a hungry world.
