Most people are aware that shopping in bulk is a great money saver. Did you know that shopping in bulk is a green choice too? I use the term bulk food shopping to refer to buying goods from bulk bins at the store. I also use it to include buying in bulk packages. Shopping in […]
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Are Ziploc Bags Recyclable? The Answer May Surprise You
Lots of people want to know, “Are Ziploc bags recyclable?” Well, the short answer is yes and here are all the specifics you need to know. I love green living so when I heard that Ziploc® brand bags are recyclable, I was totally excited to help spread the word! That is right, Ziploc® bags are […]
How To Make Your Bathroom More Eco-Friendly
How can I make my bathroom environmentally friendly? Transforming your bathroom into a “green” space should be on every homeowner’s to-do list. It can mean a full-scale remodel or completing smaller projects you do one at a time. Budget and how much you spend on utilities often factor into the projects you take on versus […]
10 Nifty Upcycling Projects for the Home
The decision to throw away your pre-loved stuff is a difficult one – especially for those of us with a habit for hoarding. When something loses its shine or comes to the end of its lifecycle, the temptation is to get rid and start again. But thanks to the miraculous upcycling movement, our tired doodads […]
Negative Effects of Plastic And Benefits Of Recycling Plastic
If you have ever tried to avoid using plastic you will quickly notice how pervasive it is. Plastic has become a huge part of everyday human life but it has also become a huge part of of human waste in landfills. Plastic is even building up in the ocean in floating, swirling masses. Ocean plastic […]
How To Winterize Your Home
Air heating and cooling accounts for roughly half of the energy used in most homes. That is why I am excited to share with you how to winterize your home and reduce your heating consumption. These tips will help you create a better air seal for your house as well as provide you ways to […]
Aquasana Water Filter Review
I am big on healthy living and I am also big on green living. Therefore, water filters are a product I can totally get behind. I can’t recommend them enough since they are good for your and good for environment. That is why I was happy to provide a review of an Aquasana Water Filter. I chose the […]