About 16 months ago, my family needed a new car. We always keep three cars, and one of our cars was getting old. While shopping for a new car, we never considered a hybrid, because we thought they cost too much. When we went to Toyota though, we found out we could buy a brand ...
Your electric bill is one place you can usually save money by changing your day-to-day habits. One of the best places you can start is with your clothes dryer. Here are 10 great tips you can use in regard to your dryer usage to save your hard-earned money. 1- Vent Hose Trick If you shorten ...
Some sources say that you can’t recycle aluminum foil because of the food that might be attached to it. Others say you can. It really depends on two factors. One, does your local recycling program accept aluminum foil? Two, are you willing to spend a few extra minutes cleaning your foil so it can be ...
Global warming has been an ongoing issue for the past several years. Several arguments have been raised about whether it is caused by pollution and toxins from factories, or household aerosol sprays which contribute to the thinning ozone layer or emissions from vehicles. Other theories state that there are trends in the earth which ...
Do you know an expectant mother who wants to “go green?” Or maybe you are trying to show your friends the benefits of an eco-friendly lifestyle and yet need to “throw” a baby shower. Use these tips and ideas on everything from invitations to gifts to host a baby shower that is so much better ...
The Florida manatee is in serious danger of extinction. In April 2007, officials had optimistically announced that this gentle giant had begun to recover from its population decline. However, recent catastrophes– including the BP Horizon oil rig incident and overdevelopment of coastal lands– have caused serious setbacks in the recovery of Florida manatee populations. Without ...
A few weeks ago, I went on a green shopping spree to find sustainable furniture and decor for my apartment. I was interested when I saw that many green-labeled furniture options were made from paulownia wood. Although I am an avid environmentalist and tree enthusiast, I had never heard of this beautiful and exotic form ...
More and more people are trying to go green and lessen their impact on the planet. Giving gifts that are considered green or eco-friendly, is a great way to introduce the men you care about to alternative earth-friendly products. Here are just a few ideas for some green gifts for that special guy! Solar Charged ...
Hanging clothes to dry on the line seemed like an antiquated chore back in the 60s. It is now becoming in vogue, however, as the environmentally-minded look for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Clothes dryers, not that long ago considered a necessity for anyone responsible for their own laundry, may be losing popularity as ...
The State of Colorado has its own organization, About Colorado Local Sustainability. Their purpose is to support local food production, educate consumers on food and sustainability issues, and work to build a food and sustainability community. Every year it publishes the Rocky Mountain Growers Directory. Foods listed include vegetables, herbs, fruit, meat, poultry, dairy, eggs, ...
