june
grow your own shampoo bottles.
…but if that doesn’t work, reuse the same ones you last bought by refilling them. Going on a vacation? No need to purchase travel sized toiletries – reuse small bottles you’ve used before. Feeling extra sexy? Use bulk shampoo and conditioner in gallon-size jugs you can keep under the bathroom sink (which can also ……
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flight attentive.
If you should find yourself soaring through the friendly skies sometime soon, take a look down at the Earth and keep it in mind when the beverage cart rolls down the aisle. One easy way to minimize your impact is to drink your beverage straight from the can, instead of from a little plastic ……
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how about 960 miles to the gallon?!?
That’s right- a bike can travel 1600 kilometres (960 miles) on the equivalent energy of a gallon of gasoline. On your next vacation, try renting a bike instead of a car or motorcycle to get around town. You’ll be able to take in more of the scenery and enjoy the local environment, all ……
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keep cool on your commute.
Keeping fuel consumption low is important to your wallet and to the planet. The best way to save gas is to drive less or to share your ride with someone else. If you’ve got a road-trip planned and you’ve just got to do it alone, consider your gas tank before you adjust the ……
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if you can, pan pan!
On an omelet kick? We hear you. Cooking at home rocks – it saves you money, tends to be healthier, and what’s more rewarding than eating your efforts? So carry on! Here are a few ways to make the most of your kitchen while using less energy:
First, keep your burner ……
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rent a hybrid.
We stand on our feet for those greenies who opt for a bike or bus over a car as your means of getting around. We also recognize that once in a while you might need a set of powerful wheels to get the job done. More and more rental companies are offering hybrids ……
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made for you.
Color, flavor, and less fat. What words could be better for someone who wants to be health concious, but enjoys eating food? This what you get when you choose fresh foods instead of frozen. Not only will you be supporting farmers (and yes, organic is always better if you want more natural freshness), but you ……
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the more the merrier.
Just gotta drive? Make it a party by carpooling. Did you know that our good ol’ passenger vehicles in traffic make up a striking 40% of the pollution that contributes to the ground level ozone, most commonly known as “smog”? If there’s one thing that can make the biggest impact, it’s getting some of those ……
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a lighter shower.
When spring flowers bloom, so does romance. And weddings. Which brings wedding showers. Parties are always wonderful, but can leave plastic cutlery, paper plates, and wrapping paper for the landfill. Why don’t you turn your next celebration of romance into something that gives back to the environment? Plant a tree for the happy couple. Use ……
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green jam.
Next time you find yourself stuck in gridlock, held up by construction or waiting a long time for fast food, put it in park. The rule of thumb is if the car is idling for more than 30 seconds it’s worth your while to turn off the engine. Urban legend says that’s bad for business ……
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