We all want to live a better life. While some people may have a different definition of what better means to them, many people believe part of living a better life is to live more eco-friendly. Eco-living not only helps to promote environmentally conscious living, but it can also be healthier for the whole household.

Better Food
A key component of eco-living is trying to buy as much natural, local foods as possible. It means a lot of trips to the (more…)

Craft Creations with Newspaper for Recycled Fun
It may be surprising to know that newspaper recycling is not really a new trend. Originally, paper was a luxury rather than a commodity. It was recycled for reuse to print news until forests provided paper resources. In leaner times, newspapers were used to board up window openings against weather extremes. They were often used as batting and liners to make quilts and blankets warmer.

Create Holiday Trees and Ornaments from Newspaper
Use one complete news section about one-quarter inch thick. Shape it into a cone by rolling it (more…)

Everything is more fun when you include the family, and that includes recycling. Even younger children can understand the point of reducing what you use and recycling what you can. Consider these methods for teaching your family to recycle.

If you drink a lot of soda, keep a can crusher next to your recycling bin. Most kids love to watch a can being crushed, and if you mount it low enough, they will be able to crush the can themselves.

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Whether you are reading about science or just browsing through your favorite Internet message boards, you’ve likely heard a lot about green living. When you haven’t exactly been environmentally friendly in your life, it’s tough to get started. Try starting with cutting your water usage. Simple tips include turning the water off while you are brushing your teeth and avoiding taking excessively long showers.

Another step that you can take is to bring a recycling bin into (more…)

Becoming green as a family may not be very easy if you have kids who tend to be influenced by their peers. One of the best ways to keep things green is by making a green lifestyle fun and interesting for your children. One great Earth Day activity that you can all do as a family would be to plant trees in the backyard and allow each of your children to claim one tree as their (more…)

Going green is good for the planet and for your wallet. Although some people think that going green is hard, the truth of the matter is that a few simple changes can make a huge impact on the planet.

Check out these 5 simple ways you can go green without noticing:

1. Turn down the thermostat: Turning down the air conditioning thermostat a couple degrees in the summer won’t make a noticeable difference for you, but it will make a huge difference for the planet.

2. Wash your clothes in cold water instead (more…)

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