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On Environmentalism Becoming Consumerism

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Those machines use plastic coffee pods that are often labeled as being recyclable – but only if you fully wash them out, take them apart, and separate all the pieces… which we know no one is doing. These are no more green than just recycling that pile of paper. Biodegradable trash bags. Paper shredders. Disposable diapers.

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You will see the positive differences close to home and will be able to enjoy the benefits. Look at applying these strategies in your home; you will probably find that you can influence your immediate circle of friends and relatives and possibly your local community. Here are just a few ideas to get you started with going green.

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Sustainable Gift Giving this Holiday Season

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now that the holiday season is underway, it’s probably a little difficult to scale back the consumerism. These make great gifts that can be environmentally friendly, as well as consumable so that they aren’t cluttering up the homes of your friends and relatives. Know What You are Buying. Don’t Forget the Wrapping.

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How Denim Can Be Bad For The Environment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Most people on earth probably have a pair of jeans or two at home. You pay the price, bring them home, and wear them for a little while until either that wash, destruction pattern, or cut goes out of style… or they fall apart because the denim is so thin. Now, what about the environmental issues? Go Green'

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How to Embrace a Sustainable Living Lifestyle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

He describes sustainability as “shifting to a renewable energy-based, reuse/recycle economy with a diversified transport system” People often refer to their attempts at sustainability as “going green”, being eco-friendly or adopting an eco-living lifestyle. So, are you going to make a green contribution?