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Explore greener pet products for the furry friend in your life. Don't be a bad kitty owner by adding to the 2 million tons of non-biodegradable cat litter that ends up in landfills annually. Traditional litter is made from clay, which is collected through a destructive strip-mining process that harms acres of land. Instead choose litter made from recycled newspaper, corn cobs, wheat and other sustainable, biodegradable materials.  | |
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I sort out paper, plastic, glass and drop those off at the recycle bins.
Toilet paper environmentally friendly House cleaning products too. I don't drive as much. Take a bus or walk. I use stores reusable packing bags rather than use store plastic bags. 
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Mach said: Add your go Green suggestions too
Explore greener pet products for the furry friend in your life. Don't be a bad kitty owner by adding to the 2 million tons of non-biodegradable cat litter that ends up in landfills annually. Traditional litter is made from clay, which is collected through a destructive strip-mining process that harms acres of land. Instead choose litter made from recycled newspaper, corn cobs, wheat and other sustainable, biodegradable materials. Thanks for that, Mach. I learned something. Ὅσον ζῇς φαίνου
μηδὲν ὅλως σὺ λυποῦ πρὸς ὀλίγον ἐστὶ τὸ ζῆν τὸ τέλος ὁ χρόνος ἀπαιτεῖ.” | |
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All that stuff sounds good and everything, but it sometimes it's just easier to do the bad things  The "environmentally friendly" litter probably cost more that than stuff that I buy. I would like recycle paper, plastic, etc...but I don't have the time for that. I HAVE to drive...there isn't a bus to take me to my work and I live 25 minutes from work, so no walking 
I do, however, turn the water off when I'm brushing my teeth, so I'm not wasting water. My 6 year old son has a cow if I leave the water running 
I also make my own air freshners and household cleaning products by using essential oils and such. Smooches;) | |
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All non-meat food stuff goes into the recycle pile for garden fertilizer. Prince's Sarah | |
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it's lawn and garden time!!
use this... instead of this... i was surprised at how easy and quick it was!  
did you know... Air pollution from cutting grass for an hour with a gasoline powered lawn mower is about the same as that from a 100-mile automobile ride  (source)
places like home depot have trade in/rebate days this time of year encouraging you to get an eco friendly mower. even better, one like this! 
finally, take that bag off your mower! the clippings will decompose and feed your lawn and help choke out weeds. if you have too many clippings to leave them on your lawn 
you are probably over watering, over fertilizing! stop! if you aren't, then your flowerbeds will appreciate the chem free clippings too. they add organic matter to the soil!  She couldn't stop crying 'cause she knew he was gone to stay | |
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I changed all the light bulbs in my house, to those coily ones (I do not know the name) saves energy in the long run. | |
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1. start using canvas bags. Even if you recycle or reuse the plastic ones you have, it still takes petroleum to make them and the recycling process requires in most cases, burning more fossil fuels.
2. Buy a compost unit if you have a backyard and make compost. If you don't want to spend money on one, you can always choose a spot in the backyard where you can make a pile. In a year, you'll have natural fertilizer. 3. Hang your clothes out to dry instead of washing them. Also, try using natural detergents like Seventh Generation Brand laundry detergent. It doesn't have any petroleum based cleaners or scents. They already do this in Europe, and many of them are shocked to find out it's not common in the States, and often Home Owner Associations rules prevent you from doing it. 4. Natural Carpet Deodorizer: 1 box of baking soda, and 8 to 15 sprinkles of your favorite essential oils (I blend orange, eucalyptus and tea-tree oil--it smells heavenly). The Glade stuff you buy actually is made fro petro products too--and releases potential hazardous fumes. 5. Instead of using Glade plugins which release toxic fumes, simmer a stick of cinnamon and a sprinkle of cloves in a small pot of water. In an hour's time your house will smell wonderful! 6. Make your own pet food (recipes exist online) 8. Use Vinegar and water instead of Windex. The first couple of times you switch, there will be a streak or a hazy film on your windows & mirrors. This is from the wax residue left behind by your commercial product. After a while, the streaks go away and you have a non toxic solution to cleaning surfaces. 9. Eat more Fruits and Veggies, especially raw. The amount of feed that goes towards raising livestock is amazing. Plus you will consume less energy preparing food that doesn't need to be cooked. 10. Buy Bamboo sheets and clothing whenever possible. Bamboo is sustainable, and doesn't require pesticides to grow. The fabric also is naturally anti-bacterial and cooler during summer nights. Cotton crops requires 25% of the pesticide use in America. 11. Try growing your own veggies, herbs, and fruits. Some of them are really easy to grow! 12. Bring your own cup to Starbucks. If you can't kick the coffee habbit, bring your own cup or glass. Starbucks will gladly serve you your drink in your own cup--they even sell cups and glasses specifically for that purpose. PLUS you get a 25 cent discount on each drink when you do that. Most folks I know have at least 5 drinks a week---this amounts to hundreds of cups a year. 13. Don't throw anything away unless it can't be recycled, given away, or sold. I'll try to think of more. I actually practice most of what I listed, though it's tough at first. . [Edited 6/3/09 10:34am] | |
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I always bring my own canvas bags to the grocery store, farmers market etc. I love mine, they are so cute!  | |
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Imago said: 1. start using canvas bags. Even if you recycle or reuse the plastic ones you have, it still takes petroleum to make them and the recycling process requires in most cases, burning more fossil fuels.
2. Buy a compost unit if you have a backyard and make compost. If you don't want to spend money on one, you can always choose a spot in the backyard where you can make a pile. In a year, you'll have natural fertilizer. 3. Hang your clothes out to dry instead of washing them. Also, try using natural detergents like Seventh Generation Brand laundry detergent. It doesn't have any petroleum based cleaners or scents. They already do this in Europe, and many of them are shocked to find out it's not common in the States, and often Home Owner Associations rules prevent you from doing it. 4. Natural Carpet Deodorizer: 1 box of baking soda, and 8 to 15 sprinkles of your favorite essential oils (I blend orange, eucalyptus and tea-tree oil--it smells heavenly). The Glade stuff you buy actually is made fro petro products too--and releases potential hazardous fumes. 5. Instead of using Glade plugins which release toxic fumes, simmer a stick of cinnamon and a sprinkle of cloves in a small pot of water. In an hour's time your house will smell wonderful! 6. Make your own pet food (recipes exist online) 8. Use Vinegar and water instead of Windex. The first couple of times you switch, there will be a streak or a hazy film on your windows & mirrors. This is from the wax residue left behind by your commercial product. After a while, the streaks go away and you have a non toxic solution to cleaning surfaces. 9. Eat more Fruits and Veggies, especially raw. The amount of feed that goes towards raising livestock is amazing. Plus you will consume less energy preparing food that doesn't need to be cooked. 10. Buy Bamboo sheets and clothing whenever possible. Bamboo is sustainable, and doesn't require pesticides to grow. The fabric also is naturally anti-bacterial and cooler during summer nights. Cotton crops requires 25% of the pesticide use in America. 11. Try growing your own veggies, herbs, and fruits. Some of them are really easy to grow! 12. Bring your own cup to Starbucks. If you can't kick the coffee habbit, bring your own cup or glass. Starbucks will gladly serve you your drink in your own cup--they even sell cups and glasses specifically for that purpose. PLUS you get a 25 cent discount on each drink when you do that. Most folks I know have at least 5 drinks a week---this amounts to hundreds of cups a year. 13. Don't throw anything away unless it can't be recycled, given away, or sold. I'll try to think of more. I actually practice most of what I listed, though it's tough at first. . [Edited 6/3/09 10:34am] What type of compost do you use? Do you use worms? I'm thinking of buying worms but am not too sure yet because I don't wanna kill them accidentally. I do have a plastic bin to use for that purpose already though. | |
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Imago said: 1
10. Buy Bamboo sheets and clothing whenever possible. Bamboo is sustainable, and doesn't require pesticides to grow. The fabric also is naturally anti-bacterial and cooler during summer nights. Cotton crops requires 25% of the pesticide use in America. This is a new one to me. I've never heard of bamboo clothing My Legacy
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NDRU said: Imago said: 1
10. Buy Bamboo sheets and clothing whenever possible. Bamboo is sustainable, and doesn't require pesticides to grow. The fabric also is naturally anti-bacterial and cooler during summer nights. Cotton crops requires 25% of the pesticide use in America. This is a new one to me. I've never heard of bamboo clothing The sheet sets are wonderful  BUT they do wear out a bit quicker then cotton
I have bamboo kitchen towels and wash rags too | |
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Steadwood said: I use recycled toilet paper
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I no longer receive paper statements from banks, utility bills,credit cards etc. I only like to use online statements. | |
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I shop Farmer's Markets and eat as much locally-grown food as possible.
I cook using fresh foods to avoid the ridiculous amounts of packaging that come with processed foods. I carry my lunch to work in reusable containers. I have two Brita pitchers - one at work and one at home - so I don't buy bottled water. I use my own mug for coffee at work. They charge me less for the coffee - and I don't throw away a cup every time. If I know I'll be stopping for coffee while I'm out running errands, I take my own container for that, too. I choose online statements for my credit cards and bank account. It's all about reducing solid waste and using resources wisely, for me. I figure those are areas in which I can actually make a difference (versus "climate change" - which may or may not be caused by humans and, at any rate, cannot be solved by them). [Edited 6/10/09 7:56am] We don’t mourn artists because we knew them. We mourn them because they helped us know ourselves. | |
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Imago said: 1. start using canvas bags. Even if you recycle or reuse the plastic ones you have, it still takes petroleum to make them and the recycling process requires in most cases, burning more fossil fuels.
2. Buy a compost unit if you have a backyard and make compost. If you don't want to spend money on one, you can always choose a spot in the backyard where you can make a pile. In a year, you'll have natural fertilizer. 3. Hang your clothes out to dry instead of washing them. Also, try using natural detergents like Seventh Generation Brand laundry detergent. It doesn't have any petroleum based cleaners or scents. They already do this in Europe, and many of them are shocked to find out it's not common in the States, and often Home Owner Associations rules prevent you from doing it. 4. Natural Carpet Deodorizer: 1 box of baking soda, and 8 to 15 sprinkles of your favorite essential oils (I blend orange, eucalyptus and tea-tree oil--it smells heavenly). The Glade stuff you buy actually is made fro petro products too--and releases potential hazardous fumes. 5. Instead of using Glade plugins which release toxic fumes, simmer a stick of cinnamon and a sprinkle of cloves in a small pot of water. In an hour's time your house will smell wonderful! 6. Make your own pet food (recipes exist online) 8. Use Vinegar and water instead of Windex. The first couple of times you switch, there will be a streak or a hazy film on your windows & mirrors. This is from the wax residue left behind by your commercial product. After a while, the streaks go away and you have a non toxic solution to cleaning surfaces. 9. Eat more Fruits and Veggies, especially raw. The amount of feed that goes towards raising livestock is amazing. Plus you will consume less energy preparing food that doesn't need to be cooked. 10. Buy Bamboo sheets and clothing whenever possible. Bamboo is sustainable, and doesn't require pesticides to grow. The fabric also is naturally anti-bacterial and cooler during summer nights. Cotton crops requires 25% of the pesticide use in America. 11. Try growing your own veggies, herbs, and fruits. Some of them are really easy to grow! 12. Bring your own cup to Starbucks. If you can't kick the coffee habbit, bring your own cup or glass. Starbucks will gladly serve you your drink in your own cup--they even sell cups and glasses specifically for that purpose. PLUS you get a 25 cent discount on each drink when you do that. Most folks I know have at least 5 drinks a week---this amounts to hundreds of cups a year. 13. Don't throw anything away unless it can't be recycled, given away, or sold. I'll try to think of more. I actually practice most of what I listed, though it's tough at first. . [Edited 6/3/09 10:34am] My grandparents used to do this - they also used old newspapers, scrunched up, to buff up the windows and make them streak free I've never been very green, but I'm starting to make a lot more of an effort now. I use re-usable carrier bags when I do my grocery shopping and I tend to stuff a lot more into them than the normal plastic ones. I make sure that all of our waste that CAN be recyled IS, including plastics, which our council don't have in the recycle collections - we take them to the centre every week. I'm also thinking about getting a compost bin and planting a veg patch (we're already working on strawberries, but they're in a grow bag  [Edited 6/10/09 7:53am] I'm not stopping. I haven't even taken my coat off
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