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We did. Along with others who reduce needless packaging right from the start. What we’re talking about is called “precycling,” the proactive approach to reducing waste from the beginning instead of finding more eco-friendly ways of disposing of it in the end. We’re certainly not alone in talking about this. The eco-experts at Earth911.com just … Continue reading
With record high spring temps in parts of the country, it almost feels like summer when spring has only just arrived! While everything outdoors is getting a little greener, it’s time for indoors to get a little cleaner. Luckily there are some very easy ways to bring a little more green to that clean; just … Continue reading
Not to be confused with Waterworld Day (where presumably people stay home and watch an old Kevin Costner flick), today, March 22, 2012, is World Water Day. Founded by the United Nations in 1993, World Water Day is about paying attention to how we take care of our fresh water resources. Today marks awareness of … Continue reading
Editor’s Note: It’s a madly awesome March so far, and our good friend Tom Szaky, founder and CEO of TerraCycle, is here to share his “bracket picks” for the Elite Eight of Sustainability: There are so many vibrant organizations, people, and innovations that could be named the Elite Eight of Sustainability. When Bag The Box … Continue reading
Stop, look around, and listen. There’s a lot of redundancy going on in today’s world. Ever heard someone say they’re about to hit up an “ATM machine” for some cash? Well, the “M” stands for machine, so that’s a little redundant. Or, have you been asked to give someone your PIN number? Busted, again. But … Continue reading
Today’s fun-filled post comes from our monthly guest contributor Kate, at Perpetually Nesting. As a busy mom of two toddlers, Kate knows a lot about whipping up a good time from scratch. 2012 started with a bang for our family, and the year has continued to dole out surprises. We have a lot on our … Continue reading
“Here comes the bride….all dressed in green…” Ok, so that’s not how the song goes. And, let’s be honest—despite all the trends in pastel-hued wedding gowns this year, most brides are still making their aisle stroll in a shade closer to white than green. Nevertheless, as Save The Dates start rolling in for the 2012 … Continue reading
Today’s post is from Kristine Munroe-Mahoney. Kristine is the Community Manager at KeenForGreen.com. She is passionate about going green along with her son, Isaac, and her husband, Matt. She lives outside of Boston. I’m a big fan of ways that I can go green and be frugal. Luckily, going green in the kitchen is easy … Continue reading
Leapin’ lizards, it’s Leap Year. 2012 is in the lucky 25% of years that have an extra day to their credit. A full 24 additional hours to catch up with family and friends, to get ahead at work, to rest up and relax, or, as one tradition holds, to propose to a man. So, who … Continue reading
Editor’s Note: We asked our friend Tom Szaky, CEO of TerraCycle, why some companies are more keen on going green than others, and what’s stopping certain brands from pursuing important sustainability solutions and why we’ll all benefit from overcoming these naysayers. Here’s what Tom had to say: Any consumer who tries to make responsible purchases … Continue reading