What if a whole group of people did the same “green” activity at the same time? That very question was the foundation for a campaign spearheaded by Reduce Footprints called “Change the World Wednesday (#CTWW)”. Each week a new challenge is posted on the site and anyone can join in. The challenges are manageable for…
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7 Hot Tips for a Cool Summer the Eco-Friendly Way
When I got into my car today the thermostat read 100 degrees. Add humidity to that (which we have plenty of) and we have ourselves a heat wave. We aren’t alone; much of the country is experiencing the same heat and humidity. And rumor has it there’s more to come. It wasn’t too long…
How Does Your Organic Garden Grow?
There’s nothing like picking fresh vegetables from your very own garden. I have been planting a garden with my 3 boys for the past 6 years. I love watching how excited they get as the plants grow. Our garden has always been in the front of our house-the only spot that gets a few hours…
Here Comes the Sunscreen: Choices for the Safest Options
There’s no question, the best form of sun protection is to stay out of the sun (although a little outdoor time is recommended for much needed Vitamin D). The next best form of natural sunscreen is to cover up and wear a big floppy hat. It’s not realistic to stay out of the sun or…
4 Ways Corporations Took Food From the American Household
Today I am honored to share a guest post by Mike Lieberman of Urban Organic Gardner. In his post Mike sheds some light on how and why we have lost our connection to our food source. In the past 100 or so years it’s become apparent that as a society we have lost our connect…
How to Guide: Bulk Bin Shopping
Interested in finding out how to use the bulk bins at your local grocery store or co-op? I explore the ins and outs of bulk bin shopping in my guest post -A Beginner’s Guide to Bulk Bin Shopping- over at Upcycled Love. Buying from the bulk bins at the grocery store can be a great…
20 Quick Ways to Reduce What’s in Your Trash
Every year people get rid of billions of tons of trash. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the average American produces about 4.4 pounds (2 kg) of garbage a day, or a total of 29 pounds (13 kg) per week and 1,600 pounds (726 kg) a year. All of this garbage has to go somewhere…
