18 December 2009
Every year, parents are obligated to buy their kids (whether they like it or not) school supplies, and you can bet that pencils are on the list. Moms and dads might be surprised to find out that those little orange sticks are made out of the 4 billion trees cut down worldwide for paper industries, and assembled with toxic chemicals in factories that pollute the air (most erasers are made from latex).
Posted in Products, Reducing and Recycling, Resources0 Comments
09 December 2009
Growing plants indoors can be an enjoyable hobby, but it will require some time and commitment, and you will need to know the proper soil, lighting and temperature for the plant you wish to grow. There are also several various ways of growing pot plants.
Posted in Gardening, Sustainable Life0 Comments
04 December 2009
In a world where supplies of fresh and clean water are becoming increasingly scarce, now is a great time to learn more about rainwater harvesting. From simple DIY systems using the crudest of make-shift tools, to the installation and use of professionally produced and scientifically designed equipment, rainwater harvesting systems can really be put together just about anywhere.
Posted in Conservation, Daily Practices, Green Building, Resources0 Comments
02 December 2009
Many smart shoppers are talking about eco-clothing these days. People are becoming increasingly aware of materials used in the products they buy, and how they are manufactured. Designers are looking for ways to incorporate materials from sustainable resources. Eco-clothing lines are those which are designed in such a way as to maintain harmony with nature.
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26 November 2009
The eco-concious consumer knows a thousand ways to be green: take the bus to work, turn lights off when you leave the house, and of course, compost and recycle. Recycling initiatives are on the rise in communities around the world, but individual programs are only part of the solution.
Posted in Companies, Corporations, Reducing and Recycling, Small Business0 Comments
23 November 2009
When you recycle your toner cartridge, you preserve the environment while lessening the toll of printing costs on your pocketbook as well. These days, throwing your toner cartridge in the trash is not just a waste; it’s like throwing money away while unnecessarily filling landfills at the same time.
Posted in Companies, Corporations, Daily Practices, Employees, Reducing and Recycling, Resources, Small Business0 Comments
Recycled pencils: Making news out of news
Growing Pot Plants
Rainwater Harvesting Systems
Types of Eco Clothing
So You’re Recycling. What About the Companies You Buy From?
How to Recycle Your Toner Cartridge
How to Recycle Paper
Electronic Waste Recycling
Ten Great Uses for Pumpkins
The Advantages of Going Green
