Jan 10, 2010 Posted by admin

SAVE MONEY – BUY AN ENERGY EFFICIENT FURNACE

The heat source in most homes continues to be fossil fuels or electricity generated by nuclear and coal fire power plants.  This is both expensive (as fuel costs are on the rise) and detrimental to the environment.  To combat these issues, many people are looking to replace old furnaces with new, energy efficient alternatives. How do you know when to replace your old furnace with one of the Energy Star... read more

Dec 16, 2009 Posted by admin

Just a Few Earth Friendly New Year’s Resolutions

It’s not even Christmas yet and my mind’s already on setting goals for 2010.  Of course most of us will add eat right, exercise more, etc. to the list, but this is the year to also start thinking about the environment and your health (if you’re not already there). Here are some New Year’s resolutions tips, most of them “green.” Cut sugar from your diet.  It’ll do your body and mind... read more

Nov 25, 2009 Posted by admin

5 Must Have Products for the Eco Enthusiast — November 2009

Here are my top product picks for November 2009.  Enjoy! Autonomie Project Classic Low Top Sneakers – They are made of 100% fair trade certified organic canvas.  Their sole is produced and stamped with FSC certified all natural and sustainable latex. (more…) Technorati Tags: autonomie sneakers, cool eco friendly product, earth doggy dog collars, free city canvas totes, green gift ideas,... read more

Nov 17, 2009 Posted by admin

12 Ways to Have a GREEN Thanksgiving

With Thanksgiving festivities right around the corner, 2009 is the year to make it a more earth friendly holiday.  Here are 12 helpful hints to head in that direction: As Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year by both plane and car, why not celebrate at home in 2009?  Limit your carbon footprint and avoid the stressful holiday travel. If you do have to travel, carpool. Keep... read more

Nov 10, 2009 Posted by admin

Eco Safe and BPA Free Baby Bottles

Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical that leaches into liquids when polycarbonate plastic bottles are heated, has been suspected of being harmful to humans since the 1930s.  When the topic was reinvented and hyped by the media in 2008, new reports were issued questioning its safety, causing several retailers to pull product from their shelves.  There are serious concerns about the effects of early exposures to... read more

Nov 10, 2009 Posted by admin

12 Eco Friendly Energy Saving Tips

People always equate going green with breaking their bank account.  That can be potentially true at times, but in so many cases going green actually saves money in the long term.  Why not start by focusing on the little things?  Here is a list of simple ways to save on your energy bill. Buy a Programmable Thermostat: If you do purchase one, you’ll have the ability to not heat or cool... read more

Nov 3, 2009 Posted by admin

10 Reasons to Buy Organic

Yes, organic foods are higher priced than their conventional counterparts.  However, there are so many important benefits to choosing the organic route that most of us never even consider. Cleaner Water: In terms of organic farming, there are no pesticides to leak into and contaminate our water (i.e. drinking water!). Cleaner Air: The chemicals sprayed in conventional... read more

Nov 2, 2009 Posted by admin

3 Rs….Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

Here are some quick tips you and/or your family can live by to reduce, reuse and recycle.  These are simple changes and many of them can also save money, which is a huge plus in today’s questionable economy. REDUCE Pay your bills online.  Why waste envelopes and pay extra for stamps? Use reusable bags for your lunch vs paper bags.  You can buy reusable bags for as low as $1 each! Buy... read more

Nov 1, 2009 Posted by admin

“GREEN Clean” Your Home

Life really does improve in a less toxic, eco-friendly home.  Green your home and you’ll experience improved sleep, less headaches and an overall sense of well being.  The first thing you can do to head in this direction is upgrade your cleaning supplies to eliminate toxic chemicals.  Some products you will need to buy and some you can actually make. 10 Simple Ways to Clean Natural Style: ... read more