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Don't Contribute to the Landfill Reuse It
I like to reuse as much as possible and with the growing concern about the viability of the planet for the next generation we must act now.
Biggest points are shopping bags. Reuse them I hate the plastic bags and would love to put an end to them.
Beyond bags there are a ton of other item we could be reusing or re purposing or recycling. Hopefully this lens will give you some great ideas and help you leave greener.
Biggest points are shopping bags. Reuse them I hate the plastic bags and would love to put an end to them.
Beyond bags there are a ton of other item we could be reusing or re purposing or recycling. Hopefully this lens will give you some great ideas and help you leave greener.
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Leaving green means living the smallest human footprint on the planet as possible. Leaving green means recycling, conserving and re purposing the things you have. At this stage in the game it isn't an option but a must for everyone to start taking better care of this world.
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Stainless Steel and Aluminum Bottles
Recently I watched an episode of Martha Stewart interviewing Simran Sethi Host of Sundance Channel's The Green Earth. Simran was discussing issues related to our water supply. I had heard that you shouldn't use plastic water bottles and thought it was a big joke until I viewed this show.There is a numerous number of re usable bottles on the market that are made with Polycarbonate 7. You can quickly find out if your bottle is made of Polycarbonate 7 by looking at the bottom of your bottle and finding the recycle symbol that encompasses the number 7. If this is on your bottle recycle it.
Polycarbonate 7 bottles will taint your drink with Phenol A, which is harmful to your system.
While recycling plastic bottles is encouraged switching to a Stainless Steel or Aluminum reusable is a better way to conserve our environment and assure yourself of a safe container.
Stainless Steel Water Bottles
Stainless Steel Water Bottles
Polycarbonate 7 reusable bottles are not safe to use as reusable bottles. You can check your bottle by looking on the bottom for the recycle symbol with a 7 inside. If this is your bottle send it to the recycling center.
Thermos Nissan 16-Ounce Stainless-Steel Insulated Bottle
Amazon Price: $25.00 (as of 11/24/2009) 
New Wave Enviro Stainless Steel Water Bottle (1-Liter, Silver)
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 11/24/2009)
Aluminum Water Bottles
Aluminum Water Bottles
Polycarbonate 7 reusable bottles are not safe to use as reusable bottles. You can check your bottle by looking on the bottom for the recycle symbol with a 7 inside. If this is your bottle send it to the recycling center.
Sigg Lifestyle Loop Top Water Bottle (1.0-Liters, Midnight Illusion)
Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 11/24/2009)
Sigg Lifestyle Loop Top Water Bottle (1.0-Liters)
Amazon Price: (as of 11/24/2009)
Sigg Lifestyle Loop Top Water Bottle (0.6-Liters)
Amazon Price: (as of 11/24/2009)
Tell a Friend and We Will Plant a Tree
This facebook app helps you plant trees without getting dirty
Planting trees is a great way to keep our world green. If you are a member of facebooks this is a no brainer. It is so simple anyone can do it.Here is the deal go to facebook and by the way add me as a friend and add this application called Earthkeepers
.
The Earthkeepers
application allows you to send virtual seeds to your friends as the seeds grow they will become virtual adult trees. When a virtual tree becomes a virtual adult tree the timberland group will plan a tree for you in a deforested area.
Please add this app and add me so you can send seeds back. When you do we will all plant a bunch of trees together.
Carbon Emissions Exchange
Buy Credit to help reduce CO 2 emissions
I am a huge offender. I drive one of those huge gas guzzling Yukon XL SUV's. I have looked at other less offensive energy users but have not found one that will take me through the mud in the spring and the snow in the winter that we get here in the great plains. I have yet to find one that allows me to haul my 3 kids as well as the additional passengers I always seem to have and all the coolers, baseball gear, decorated cakes, scrapbooking supplies and everything else I transport.I admit I am a Huge SUV driver. The first step is to admit the problem which I have. Now the solution.
Because I will probably drive nothing smaller until my children leave the house I am choosing to use a carbon emission exchange program. The program I choose to use it Live Neutral.
Live Neutral
is a program that calculates the emissions you create from various things like the vehicle you drive. Then gives you a dollar amount to cover your emissions. The fee you pay goes directly to programs that reduce emissions in other areas.
If you are a carbon emissions offender check out Live Neutral
to offset the carbon emissions you produce.
Great Sites for Green Ideas
- Earth 911
- Great site with ways to protect the earth
- National Recyling Coalition
- The National Recycling Coalition
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Books Lovers Find Another Way
Digital Books, Libraries and Book Swaps
I enjoy reading a good book or a magazine but I think they are a huge waste of paper and in my case space. I rarely unless it is a cookbook or a reference book, go back and reread something.
To save space and save a tree in the process I actively use my library. It's free, its limitless and it is rather enjoyable to sit in a new atmosphere.
The only problem I have with my library is that is doesn't always have the books I want so that is why I am becoming a huge fan of digital books instantly downloaded to Kindle. Kindle is a handheld digital device that allows me to purchase book titles I can't find in the local library and read them from Kindle. It is like a complete library in the palm of your hand.
Kindle goes beyond books and allows you to download your magazines as well as your newspaper subscriptions. You can take it anywhere. It runs on its on wifi service so you can download just about anywhere without the need of a computer or another wireless product. There are also no monthly service fees to download.
Green readers if you still want you info but don't want to cost the world another tree try the Kindle or get a library card.
To save space and save a tree in the process I actively use my library. It's free, its limitless and it is rather enjoyable to sit in a new atmosphere.
The only problem I have with my library is that is doesn't always have the books I want so that is why I am becoming a huge fan of digital books instantly downloaded to Kindle. Kindle is a handheld digital device that allows me to purchase book titles I can't find in the local library and read them from Kindle. It is like a complete library in the palm of your hand.
Kindle goes beyond books and allows you to download your magazines as well as your newspaper subscriptions. You can take it anywhere. It runs on its on wifi service so you can download just about anywhere without the need of a computer or another wireless product. There are also no monthly service fees to download.
Green readers if you still want you info but don't want to cost the world another tree try the Kindle or get a library card.
Kindle - Digital Reading Device
Kindle - Magazine Subscriptions, Newspaper Subscriptions and Books
Carry all your reading material in the palm of your hand. Use Kindle to download books, magazines and newspaper subscriptions to read wherever you are.
Kindle: Amazon's Original Wireless Reading Device (1st generation)
Amazon Price: (as of 11/24/2009)
iGo Power Tip for Original Amazon Kindle, most Sprint Phones
Amazon Price: $5.18 (as of 11/24/2009)
iGo Everywhere PS00252-0003 Universal Wall (AC) and Auto (DC) Charger with Retractable Cable (Charger Only, Tips Not Included)
Amazon Price: $25.36 (as of 11/24/2009)
Clear LCD Screen Protector for Amazon Kindle 1& 2 E-Book Reader
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 11/24/2009)
Re Usable Shopping Bags
Eco Friendly Shopping Bags
I absolutely love my shopping bags. I started out with just the plan canvas with maybe the store logo on them. Now I am addicted to them. We are currently having our vacation bible school kids design shopping bags for our church members. This is a very simple way to be more eco friendly. If you like a fashion statement these bags do that as well.
Re Usable Shopping Bags
Eco Friendly Shopping Bags
Using resusable shopping bags is great for the environment. It eliminates waste, promotes conservation and is one great go green statement
Green Concept's Reusable Shopping Grocery Tote Bag - Collection of 4
Amazon Price: $18.99 (as of 11/24/2009)
ChicoBag Reusable Shopping Bags
Amazon Price: (as of 11/24/2009)
ECOBAGS® Canvas Tote, EveryDay Shopper
Amazon Price: (as of 11/24/2009)
Wash in Cold Water
80% of your laundry can be washed in cold water.
You can wash 80% of your laundry in cold or water water. If you are trying to kill dust mites in bedding or clean an item that is heavily solid in hot water rinse in cold water.
90% of the energy you use to do laundry is used on just heating the water. Your washing machine motor only consumes about 10% of that energy. You can quickly reduce your energy bill by washing in cold water. This could add up to a saving of $60 to $100 per year.
By doing 5 loads of laundry in cold water you cut 72 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions. That is a huge benefit to the planet for simply changing the way you do laundry.
Be sure to use a green or biodegradable laundry detergent for laundry purposes. Seventh Generation has some terrific and proven laundry detergents that have received excellent consumer reviews.
90% of the energy you use to do laundry is used on just heating the water. Your washing machine motor only consumes about 10% of that energy. You can quickly reduce your energy bill by washing in cold water. This could add up to a saving of $60 to $100 per year.
By doing 5 loads of laundry in cold water you cut 72 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions. That is a huge benefit to the planet for simply changing the way you do laundry.
Be sure to use a green or biodegradable laundry detergent for laundry purposes. Seventh Generation has some terrific and proven laundry detergents that have received excellent consumer reviews.
Seventh Generation Laundry Detergent
Earth Friendly Biodegradeable Laundry Soap
Seventh Generation is a earth friendly company that provides consumers with laundry detergent, paper products and other household cleaners.
Seventh Generation Natural Laundry Detergent, Baby, Ultra-Concentrated Liquid, 50-Ounces Bottles (Pack of 6)
Amazon Price: $62.99 (as of 11/24/2009)
Seventh Generation Laundry Concentrate, Blue Eucalyptus & Lavender, 50-Ounce Bottles (Pack of 6)
Amazon Price: $104.99 (as of 11/24/2009)
Seventh Generation Laundry Concentrate, Free & Clear, 50-Ounce Bottles (Pack of 6)
Amazon Price: $115.99 (as of 11/24/2009)
Bleach, Liquid, Chlorine Free, Free & Clear, 21 Loads, 64 oz.
Amazon Price: (as of 11/24/2009)
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