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- Planning for a "Green" New Year - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Veronica SmithNew Year's Day is a great time to make a resolution to live a "greener" and more environmentally conscious life. It's really not that hard, especially if you take the time to choose one or two areas to focus on. If you are just starting out, it can be best to select environmental initiatives ...
Views: 1045 - Planning "Green" Holiday Meals - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Veronica SmithThe holiday season is a time when family and friends come together, often around the table of a deliciously prepared meal. When cooking your holiday meals and treats this season, why not try focusing on foods that were grown in an environmental responsible fashion? Foods that were grown ...
Views: 1361 - Natural Decorations for a "Green" Holiday - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Veronica SmithWhen the holiday season arrives, it can sometimes be tempting to overlook your normal "green" lifestyle. Instead, why not focus on natural decorations to create a festive and yet environmentally friendly holiday atmosphere in your home? Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to use beautiful ...
Views: 1184 - Help Protect the Environment by Using Fewer Batteries - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2010 from Veronica SmithAlthough almost every household has a myriad of gadgets which require batteries, it's a known fact that they are an environmental hazard. Many communities even forbid them to be disposed of along with the rest of the household trash. The end result is often a drawer full of dead batteries, ...
Views: 1346 - Learning to Start Your Own Plants Indoors - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Veronica SmithIf you garden, you've probably been dismayed to discover how expensive purchased plants have become. In addition to the cost increase per flat or container, it has become common for containers to have fewer plants than in years gone by. The cost for purchasing all of your vegetable and flower ...
Views: 1270 - Growing Heirloom Vegetables in Your Garden - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Veronica SmithThere are many advantages to growing heirloom vegetables and plants in your garden. These open-pollinated plants have been loved for generations and are often the tastiest and most interesting vegetables you'll find anywhere. In recent decades, there has been more of a focus on hybrids and ...
Views: 1671 - Environmentally Friendly Options for Your Home from Ceiling to Floor - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Veronica SmithThere are many environmentally friendly options and ideas you can use in your home so that it is a more ecologically friendly place. Some of these solutions involve purchasing special products, while others focus on ways your family can reuse and recycle to avoid the need to purchase other ...
Views: 2013(1 vote) - How to Start a Family Recycling Project - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Veronica SmithAlthough almost everyone knows that recycling is important to help take care of the environment, it can sometimes be difficult to get started on a recycling program as a family. It can be tempting to keep putting recycling off, especially since families usually live such busy lives. Instead of ...
Views: 1558 - Going on a Green Vacation - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Veronica SmithAlthough many people equate “going on vacation” with long car rides and plane trips, there are other ways of taking a vacation which are friendlier to the environment. You don’t actually have to travel far from home in order to have a good time. Most people have places in their own area, or even ...
Views: 1134 - Reduce Paper Waste: Get Off Junk Mail Lists - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Veronica SmithFor those who strive to live a "green" life, junk mail can seem like an incredible waste of paper and resources. It can sometimes be difficult to get off of these junk mail lists. However, with a little bit of time and effort, it is possible to get yourself removed from these lists, stopping the ...
Views: 1797 - Create Home Accessories from Discarded Items - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Veronica SmithReusing and recycling are two keys to green living. Before you throw anything away, give careful thought as to how the item might still be used. In some cases, donating unwanted items to charity is the best approach. You could also consider selling the item in a garage sale or on an online ...
Views: 2647 - Adding Greens to Your Diet and "Green" to Your Lifestyle - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Veronica SmithEating a diet rich in vegetables is a great way to help stay healthy. Unfortunately, high quality organic vegetables can often be a bit expensive at the grocery store or farmer's market. With just a small amount of space and effort, you can grow your own salad greens and other vegetables at ...
Views: 1262(1 vote) - Decorating a Green Home with Bamboo - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Veronica SmithBamboo is a wonderful alternative to traditional hardwood. One of the Earth's most versatile grasses, it is fast growing, readily renewable, and can be harvested selectively without the destructive types of methods used when cutting down trees. It is the fastest growing of all the woody plants, ...
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