Please: “Bury” Me Before I Die
Well, not exactly. I mean, I don’t want to be buried alive, or anything weird like that. But I’ve been to enough funerals and burials to know that they’re usually wasted on the person being laid to rest. The people left
10 No-Brainer Ways to Use Water Wisely. Plus, a Bonus…
As I pointed out previously, we’re drinking the same water Cleopatra drank. That’s another way of saying, the world just doesn’t make more water. What’s here is what’s always been here. And it’s what’s always going to be here, even
We’re Drinking the Same Water as Cleopatra. Is It as Clean?
Did you get a drink or throw in a load of laundry before starting to read this blog? You probably could have, given the easy access most of us who live in developed countries have to clean water. One person of every
10 Ways to Reduce the Climate Change Impact of Your House
Climate change seems so … global. Yet many climate change solutions are very … local, because they’re based on the way each and every one of us uses energy. Here are ten ways you can reduce the climate change impact of your
Meatless Monday: Here’s How You Can Do It
What do you eat when you want to eat less meat? (If “Eat less meat” is NOT on your list of how to live healthier and greener, better read Ten Reasons to Eat Less Meat.) Many folks used to whipping up burgers, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken
Clothing: What’s Eco, and What’s Not
What does it take to manufacture, sell, and dispose of clothing? You might be surprised. The clothing industry is one of the most environmentally intensive in the world. If it’s made from cotton, it’s been doused with as much as 22.5%
Bamboo Clothing: Green, or Greenwashed?
If you’re looking for more eco-friendly clothing, should you choose bamboo? Bamboo has been touted for the last several years as being one of the most environmentally-responsible fabrics on the market. A hardy grass, it grows like a proverbial weed,
Spoil Your Pup and Protect the Environment
Whether you’ve recently added a new four-legged member to your family, or just want to treat your existing pet right, there are plenty of affordable products and supplies for your furry friend that will make everyone happy, including Mother Nature. Start with
Green Baby Shower Gift Ideas
Babies deserve the best when it comes to the food they eat, the toys they play with, the soaps and shampoos they use, and the clothing they wear. Their immature organs and immune systems make them more susceptible to the
Eco-Conscious Alternatives to ‘Not-So-Eco’ Disposable Razors
Disposable razors are the ultimate throwaway. Two billion of them are sold and tossed every year in the U.S. alone, along with the paper and plastic packaging they come in. Fortunately, several good, green and ultimately money-saving options exist. For example, a durable
