• Last updated 3/30/11 by stins

The kitchen is one room in a house where people spend a majority of their time. Why? People love to eat, and there’s nothing better than a home-cooked meal.   Small Changes For Green and Clean Use your dishwasher You may think that using a dishwasher will waste a lot of water, but if you wait to run it when it’s completely full you’ll actually save more water. Think about it: when you hand wash your dishes you have a continuous stream of water going. That can add up, especially if you do it every time you have dishes. But if you run your dishwasher... read more

• Last updated 3/30/11 by stins

The poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow said it best when he stated: “Music is the universal language of mankind.”   That’s why music today is something we can all appreciate, just like the preservation of the environment.   And even though more and more people are downloading music from places like iTunes and Napster, there is still a large amount of us who stick to purchasing CDs.   The bad thing about buying CDs is all the excess paper and plastic packaging that comes with them, not to mention that millions are thrown away every year.   The good thing is... read more

• Last updated 9/26/11 by stins

Moving in and out of a home or apartment is never fun. The idea of lugging tons of boxes, spending hours cleaning your old abode and driving miles away with a jam-packed car is more than enough to make the average person cringe. Not only is it not fun to move, but it's also very harmful to the environment. You accumulate excess waste from throwing out old possessions and packing boxes, and you release carbon dioxide into the air making several trips in your car. If you practice living green there are several steps that you can take to make your moving experience... read more

• Last updated 3/30/11 by stins

10+ Ways to Be Greener and Happier at Work Enjoying an eco-lifestyle means living greener in all areas of your life. You may be taking environmentally friendly steps at home, but are you also doing it at work? People spend almost 90% of their lives indoors, and for those people who work inside that equates to about 40 or more hours at your desk, office or cubicle.   Whether you're a student interning at a major corporation, a marketing associate making phone calls all day or an office assistant handling paperwork, you're going to spend a majority of your... read more

• Last updated 3/30/11 by stins

  Check with your local garbage service: Find a customer service number (there should be one on your bill). Call and ask if they offer CFL or mercury recycling. Check with your municipal government: Look up your local government's sanitation services department. Ask if there is either CFL curbside pick-up recycling or if there is a designated drop-off spot. Check to see if your retailer has a take-back program: If they don't, your local Ikea will take any and all CFLs (even if you didn't buy them at their store). Check on Earth 911 for CFL recycling... read more

• Last updated 9/26/11 by stins

Buy green. Some companies (and therefore their products) are greener than others. Look for systems that have reduced levels of lead, cadmium, and mercury. Look for companies that are compliant with the EU directive called Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Before you go with something brand new, check out if someone's junk could be your treasure! Try buying high quality, functional used electronics. Check out your local yard sales or flea markets. Online, try Craigslist, eBay, and Freecycle. In 2006, Nokia and Dell were ranked as the most... read more

• Last updated 9/26/11 by stins

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

• Last updated 7/19/12 by Cindy2

Choose wisely. Even though that great shirt may look cool on the rack, if it doesn’t fit in your wardrobe, think twice. Take care of your clothes. There’s no need to wash your car in your new work suit. By taking care of your garments, you can extend their useful lives. Follow instructions on label. Hang drying or air drying adds considerable life to all clothes. Get clothes repaired or altered instead of buying something new. Think long and hard about clothes that need to be dry cleaned. Dry cleaning processes frequently involve the use of perc (also... read more

• Last updated 9/26/11 by stins

Did you know that worldwide 1.4 billion cups of coffee are consumed every day?  Did you know there's a lot of room for improvement in terms of eco- and social-responsibility?  Read on for tips on how to green your own caffeine addiction!   Now this wiki is not just limited to caffeinated beverages...of course this goes for decaf also!   Get a reusable mug (and use it)!  Americans alone throw away 25 trillion polystyrene (commonly known as Styrofoam) cups every year.  Plus you'll look way cooler carrying around a mug from your alma mater or one with your... read more