Green Living – Recycling
I admit that I was so excited when Sandestin Resort started a curbside recycling program. They even supplied the green bin for you! Every Wednesday, I love driving through the resort seeing all the bins out by the curb for pick up. It’s great to know that people are finally ... More
Green Living – Eat Local Foods
I know this isn’t a new idea by any means. However, I’ve had quite a few people asking WHY it makes such a difference or if it really does. So, let’s start with an obvious reason. I can personally vouch for the fact that local ingredients taste so much better ... More
Green Living – Start Small
Turn on the television for five minutes and you’ll hear something about the environment. “Green” is a major force in our culture and becoming a driving force in our politics. Millions are motivated to do something, but unsure where to start. The answer – start small. Pick one thing to ... More
Green is the New Black
Building and buying eco-friendly properties is a growing trend and real estate experts are saying that in their field, green is the new black. Green homes are friendly to the environment, your health, and your wallet. Plus, the evidence is there that going eco-friendly can really make a difference. For ... More
Small Changes – Reusable bags for Shopping
One of the easiest ways to make a huge impact is to switch to reusable shopping bags. Shopping bags - both plastic and paper - are a bigger environmental offender than you realize. The United States uses about a hundred billion plastic bags in a year. Broken down to each U.S. household ... MoreSmall Changes – Online Bill Pay
If Americans switched to paying their bills online, it would save approximately 16 million trees! Not to mention how much money you save on postage. You can also switch your bank statements to receive via email rather than a paper statement. By changing this one small act, you save big for ... More
Big Green Purse – Use Your Spending Power to Create a Cleaner, Greener World
One of my favorite books relating to living green is “Big Green Purse – Use Your Spending Power to Create a Cleaner, Greener World” by Diane MacEachern. Women’s consumer spending affects virtually every aspect of the environment. This consumer clout puts us in a unique position to create the world ... More
Small Changes – While Brushing Your Teeth
Most people leave the water running while brushing their teeth. If you turn off the water while brushing, you can conserve as much as 5 gallons of water per day. It’s easy to get into the habit. Another option for those shaving - instead of letting the water run while brushing ... More
Small Changes – Use your car less
Walk or bike and create zero carbon emissions from fossil fuels. Plus, you'll be living a healthier lifestyle! Walk to work or places that are within 2 miles from your home when possible. People who live within 2 miles of their office still spend $384 a year to drive back and ... MoreLinks
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