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Fresh Picks Organic Delivery
With Fresh Picks, a CSA alternative, receive fresh local and organic food without a membership. Order online at www.freshpicks.com whenever you want.
Flex Time Saves Gas
Flex time can be eco-friendly, as well as convenient and morale-boosting. Save gas, and therefore global warming greenhouse gases.
Save 360 Gallons of Water a Year
Use this simple trick, and watch the water savings add up. Water conservation by catching water as you wait for it to heat up.
Take the Bus
Cut down on the greenhouse gases you produce by opting for travel by bus motor coach instead of driving.
Water Conservation, One Glass at a Time
For water conservation, empty leftover water from your glass in a plant or pet water bowl. It saves water.
Shave Simple
Cut down on waste and chemicals by shaving the old fashioned way, with shaving soap and a mug instead of a can.
Candlelight Dinners and More
Jimi and his wife had such a good, romantic, sexy night after their power went off, that they decided they want to repeat the occasion.
Reuse Plastic Wrap
Instead of buying trash can liners, reuse the plastic that surrounds multi-packs of toilet paper rolls.
How to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags
Rinse and reuse plastic bags from the grocery.
Buy in Bulk
Buy in bulk, and buy items that use the least amount of packaging possible.
LED Lighting for Safety and Accents
Save energy and money with leds (light emitting diodes), which produce a soft light, and can be battery operated when the power goes out.
For Car Washing, Kick the Bucket!
Try a waterless car wash product for water conservation. Save water while leaving your vehicle squeaky clean.
Save Water with Fewer Flushes
Remember the old saying? If it's yellow, let it mellow. Save water.
Buy Metal Tools Rather Than Wooden Ones
Choose metal tools over wood tools, which are made from trees. Metal tools will last longer, resulting in less waste and resource consumption.
Spread The Word: Go Carbon Neutral
Share the carbon neutral message with cool bumper stickers and t-shirts. Fight global warming by spreading the word.
Green Cleaning Starter Kit
Check out a Get Clean starter kit of green cleaning products from Shaklee.
U.S. Interactive Carbon Footprint Map
Check out this useful carbon footprint map, to see how U.S. states compare in terms of emission of greenhouse gases and global warming contribution.
Collect and Reuse Rinse Water
Keep a bowl handy to collect lightly used rinse water. It's a simple step to save water for water conservation.
Choose Filters Over Bottled Water
According to recent news reports, bottled water isn't necessarily healthier than tap water. The solution: Try a Multipure water filter.
Plastic Bag Alternatives
Plastic bags of all sorts are a "pet peeve" of mine. It would be great if you were to bring your own reusable bag when you shop. You can either make your own tote or buy a stylish, eco-friendly bag made of hemp, ingeo, jute and so on.
Hero Bags: Reusable Shopping Totes
Check out these fun new carry-all, reusable shopping totes from Hero Bags.
Benefits of Local Honey
Some spectacular results are seen with allergies and even burns after people tried local honey.
Bring Recycling to Work
If you can't recycle paper at home, bring it with you to work... assuming they recycle there!
School Lunch Need Not Be Lousy
By speaking up, parents and students can make a real difference in the quality of food served at local schools. They can fight vending machines and fast food, and advocate for healthy eating.
Rescue a Dog or Cat
In the U.S., 7 million unwanted dogs and cats are euthanized each year. You can make a difference by adopting a pet. Rescue a dog or cat.
DIY Solar Screens
Cut down on cooling costs with this simple, inexpensive project to make a diy solar screen. Passive cooling with the screen will cut down on air conditioning needs, save energy and save money.
Say No to Plastic Bags
Shop at stores that promote reuse and recycled bags, like Trader Joes. Plastic bags are destroying the ocean.
Use Dish Towels Instead of Paper Towels
Cut back on waste and save paper by using towels instead of paper towels to clean up.
Grow an Instant Garden
It's easy to order some seeds and start tending your own edible landscape. Try an instant garden via mail.
Greener Pest Control
An expert exterminator recommends trying Diacore pest control as a less toxic pesticide.
Smarter Grocery Shopping
Eat healthier and reduce your impact on Mother Earth with these simple suggestions. Eat more vegetarian, and consider the packaging and food miles.
Choose Natural Flooring
Wood flooring makes beautiful, hypoallergenic, hygienic interiors. Other green options include bamboo and ceramic tile. Avoid synthetic carpets, which offgas vocs, and laminate floors.
Collect Clean Shower Water
Instead of simply allowing water to run down the drain while you are waiting for the right temperature, collect it for other uses. You'll save water.
Use Cloth Dinner Napkins
Instead of disposable paper napkins and towels, try reusable cloth dinner napkins. Cut down on waste and help the environment.
Watch Those Lights
It's so simple, yet not everyone's doing it. Turn off the lights when you leave the room to save energy and money.
Use Enviro-Friendly Laundry Detergent
Save energy by washing clothes in cold water, and use enviro-friendly laundry detergent instead of synthetic detergents.
Slow Down to Go Faster
Slow down to enjoy life more and feel less rushed. You'll pollute less.
Gorgeous Recycled Shopping Bags
Check out these fashionable, reusable shopping bags made by EarthChic from recycled plastic.
Clean Your Fridge Sans Chemicals
Instead of harsh chemicals, try steam cleaning off tough grime. It works great for your refrigerator. Green cleaning is easy.
Garden with Native Plants
By gardening with native plants, you'll see many benefits, from using less water and pesticides to attracting local wildlife.
Instead of Plastic Stir Sticks...
Cut down on waste with this simple suggestion to skip plastic stir sticks. Pour the beverages together instead to mix them.
Keep Your Shower Clean, Green and Mold Free
Instead of using chemical sprays to keep mold from taking over your shower, consider a free, easy alternative. Simply wipe the walls with a towel after you are finished to inhibit mold growth.
Simplify Your Life
Reconnecting with nature is a good way to find purpose and meaning. Simplify your life, and live better and more eco friendly.
Audit Your Irrigation System
Irrigation is a huge drain on the world's water supply, but a professional can help farmers and others reduce waste in their irrigation systems.
Smart Washing
I stay away from bleach, and use safer alternatives instead like Oxiclean. I also reuse rinse water for other tasks, like washing my deck.
Traveling in the Green
There are simple things anyone can do to enjoy a great vacation, while minimizing harm to the environment. Ecotourism is about being a responsible traveler.
Recycle Those Cell Phones
Bath and Body Works stores will take old cell phones and donate them to women's shelters on your behalf. It's easy reuse and recycling, and prevents e-waste.
Shred Used Paper for Packaging
Save on packing materials and recycle used paper in one easy step. Shred used paper for use as packaging.
Make Your Own Baby Food
Making your own baby food will save you money, and means healthy eating for your little one.
Meat's Big Impact
With all the talk about food miles, don't forget that meat and dairy production consume huge amounts of resources. Going vegetarian or vegan is much better for the environment.
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