Most of us want to do our bit for the planet and while it’s true that the biggest issues need action by large corporations and governments, there are lots of small changes that you can make in your own day to day life. But we all lead busy lives right? Here’s a quick guide to going green without […]
Category: Green - Eco
How to Sprout Your Own Garden Starts
One of the best ways to ensure good food — and save money in the bargain — is to grow a garden. My parents always had a garden when I was growing up, and my husband and I regularly planted a garden when we had a house. While you can buy young plants to transplant […]
Three Home Appliances that can Shrink your Electric Bill
Electric bills are like opinions. Everybody has one, and not all of them are good. If you’re electric bill has skyrocketed these past few months, you may want to check your consumption and see if one of your appliances is out of whack, or maybe one member of your household sleeps with the lights and […]
How to grow herbs inside your home
Recently, I moved across the country. Instead of living in a home with a large backyard (complete with herb-filled raised garden bed), I live in a spacious third-floor apartment. While I have a small balcony, there really isn’t ample room out there for an herb garden. Plus, I like the idea of growing fresh herbs […]
Tips to Preserve Produce for Winter
One of the things I liked about having produce in my backyard was the ability to preserve some of it for the future. I learned the value of food preservation while growing up. My parents had a huge garden, and we froze and bottled vegetables every harvest to preserve food for winter. If you want […]
Green Back to School Tips
Summer is almost over! It’s time to reclaim your sanity and send the kids back to school. But before you head to the store for your back to school shopping, take a few minutes to consider how you can make this time of year a little more eco-friendly. Here are a few tips that can […]
