Clean Drinking Glasses with Toothpaste
My drinking glasses have been taking a beating. I’ve been using a non-phosphate based, powder detergent in the dishwasher, which minimizes pollution when the water goes down the drain. But over time, the glasses have gotten very cloudy. They’re
My New Water-Saving Toilet
My toilet sprang a leak a few nights ago, creating the perfect opportunity to replace it with a new, water-saving toilet. My first choice was to get one that offers two flush options so you don’t need to use a full tank of water
DEET-Free Mosquito Repellents That Work
Summer’s not the only thing in full swing right now. If you live anywhere except a desert, you’re likely to be plagued by mosquitoes. Most conventional mosquito repellents contain DEET, a chemical that is toxic to a variety of flying and
She Put $1,000 of Her Money Where Her (Eco) Mouth Is
It’s easy to say you want to do something to protect the planet. Actually doing it is another matter altogether – unless you’re Fredia Banks. Not only did this Washington, D.C. resident launch a non-profit organization to promote sustainability in
9 Smart Ways to Keep Cool; #2 – Take off your clothes.
Here are nine smart ways you can keep cool during the summer’s heat waves that will save you energy and money, too. 1) Cool your home to 78 or 80 degrees, then use fans. The hotter it gets outside, the colder
The Truth Behind Buying in Bulk
Is buying in bulk worth it? Really? Only if you want to protect the planet and save money… Seriously, buying products in bulk is one of the most “eco” ways to shops; it’s one of the best ways to save
Free E-Newsletter Clears Up the Confusion About Green Living & Shopping
If you're looking for information that clears up the confusion about green living and shopping, I invite you to subscribe to our free Alerts! e-newsletter. Every two weeks, it offers just what you need to make your environmental choices a
A Glimpse Inside Mother Nature’s Jewelry Box
I’m a big fan of “natural” jewelry – necklaces, bracelets and rings made from seeds and stones, or sea glass found on the beach. But jewelry doesn’t have to be this rustic to meet my “green” criteria. Generally, for reasons I list
How to Recycle, Re-Use, or Donate Your Wedding Dress
Whether you’ve just celebrated your own wedding day or your daughter’s, you may be left with one souvenir you don’t need to hold on to: the dress. Here’s how to recycle, re-use, or donate your wedding dress, which is a much greener
Read This Book Before You Watch Nature Porn or “Fang TV”
Films about wildlife are scary. They’re exciting. They make you ooh and aah while you cover your eyes so you don’t have to watch the really gory parts. But are they honest? Not according to Chris Palmer, author of the gripping
