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Green Cooking Tips How To Store Your Food

  • Last updated 3/30/11 by stins Moderator

Between single-serving containers and non-recyclable plastics, there are few places that serve as better examples of wasteful behavior than  supermarkets. If you know what you're looking for and how to repurpose items, you can become an aware shopper and make the best choices for you and the planet. Clearly, recycled and recyclable packaging are your best options. Items that use as little packaging as possible are also much more environmentally friendly than, say, single-serving containers. When weighing packaging pros and cons, keep this hierarchy in mind: 1.... read more

How To Green Your Lunch

  • Last updated 3/30/11 by stins Moderator

Americans really do have it made when it comes to eating out. Whether it’s grabbing a burger at Wendy’s or sitting down to enjoy seafood and pasta at Red Lobster, people will always have a place to spend money during their lunch break.   But did you ever think about how much waste the burger wrappers, napkins and excess food create? Or about the greenhouse gas emissions that are produced when you drive to a restaurant? You should because all of these factors have a negative impact on the environment. That’s why it’s important to learn how to green your lunch.... read more

How To Make Your Own Solar Food Dehydrator

  • Last updated 3/30/11 by stins Moderator

How To Make Your Own Solar Food Dehydrator Taken with permission from GeoPathfinder                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Not everything can be eaten fresh. Some food may need to be stored for later consumption. Reducing the amount of energy you use for food storage will further shrink the carbon footprint that you have already reduced by eating locally, growing your food biologically,... read more

Have An Eco Friendly Picnic

  • Last updated 9/26/11 by stins Moderator

Spring is the season for spring cleaning...getting ready for bathing suit season...and getting outside for a picnic!  While you're dining al fresco, make sure you not only enjoy your natural environment but make sure you take care of it too.  There are lots of things you can do to green your picnic and your picnic basket.   Green Picnic Basket Supplies Reusable plates, cups, utensils: One huge source of waste at most picnics are the disposable plates and utensils.  Green your picnic by going with reusable plates, cups, and, utensils.  It's much more... read more

Eco Cooking

  • Last updated 9/26/11 by stins Moderator

THE FOOD Start with food that is in season, local, and organic when possible.  Check out your local Farmer’s Market.  Sometimes local farmers may be growing organically without paying to be certified- ask around. When you buy food at the grocery store, check the labels and avoid palm oil. Don’t forget to bring your own bags when grocery shopping!   COOKING When it comes to energy consumption, a gas stove requires less energy for stove top cooking.  Gas stoves with an electric ignition (piezo) will use 40% less gas than one with a continuous pilot... read more

Feeding Your Family Organic Without Going Broke

  • Last updated 9/26/11 by stins Moderator

Whether you're just feeding yourself or feeding a family of 4, buying organic food stuffs can get pricey.  But there are some great ways to go organic without going broke.   Pay attention to sales in your local stores and stock up when you can. If you have access to a Whole Foods, consider signing up for their e-newsletter.  Twice a month, they send out their best store specials.  If you're a Whole Foods shopper, they also frequently offer discounts if you buy a case or more of something.  So if you just can't live without your organic whole wheat pasta,... read more

Throwing An Eco Shindig

  • Last updated 9/26/11 by stins Moderator

We all need to relax and decompress sometimes, but how best can we be socially irresponsible, but environmentally responsible?   Dishes, utensils, and glasses - If you're inviting over more people than you have dishes or glasses, avoid the paper and plastic stuff. Try renting flatware and glassware (check out Rental HQ to find a rental facility in your area). If you absolutely cannot go the reusable route, opt for compostable options (check out the Biodegradable Store or World Centric)...and when you're done, compost them!   Food - Sure, everyone loves... read more

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