http://www.thedailygreen.com/ en-us http://www.thedailygreen.com http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/5506?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/5506?src=rss Chances are you never thought about it, but opting for voice mail provides several green benefits over traditional answering machines.]]> Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/3912?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/3912?src=rss The higher the water temperature, the more electricity you're using.]]> Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/3910?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/3910?src=rss It seems simple, but turning off lights when you leave the room can save a lot of energy. Also get 30+ Ways to Save Money by Going Green.]]> Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/vote-tip-461108?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/vote-tip-461108?src=rss Cast your vote for the environment, as well as other issues important to you.]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/compost-pumpkins-461008?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/compost-pumpkins-461008?src=rss Reduce garbage, and make healthy soil.]]> Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/safe-green-halloween-461008?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/safe-green-halloween-461008?src=rss From homemade costumes to safe candy and heirloom pumpkins, have a great time!]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:25:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/natural-fall-decorations?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/natural-fall-decorations?src=rss Instead of plastic seasonal decorations, look for gorgeous natural materials.]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:23:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/873?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/873?src=rss Until recently, it was difficult to find paint that did not contain VOCs. Now, gorgeous nontoxic paints are widely available.]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/693?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/693?src=rss It takes a lot of fossil fuel to transport foods from far-flung locales to your grocer's shelf. Also see our 20 Winter Farmer's Market Secrets]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/burn-dry-wood-fires-460808?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/burn-dry-wood-fires-460808?src=rss Reduce particulate air pollution from wood smoke, and breathe easier.]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/4506?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/4506?src=rss Reduce energy loss and protect pipes from freezing or sweating, which can encourage mold.]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/3866?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/3866?src=rss Mothballs are made of toxic pesticides that have been linked to health problems. Use alternatives that are safer for your family and pets.]]> Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/walking-460808?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/walking-460808?src=rss Walking is fantastic exercise, and slashes your carbon footprint.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/874?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/874?src=rss It's getting easier to support renewable energy.]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/polystyrene-stryrofoam-cups-460529?src=rss http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/tips/polystyrene-stryrofoam-cups-460529?src=rss Not only is the material no friend of the environment, but it can leach toxic chemicals.]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:01:00 EST