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Eco-Conscious Travel Tips

Shereen Travels Cheap

While travel doesn't always feel like it's great for the environment, especially when you're getting to your destination on a a huge plane that burns a ton of fuel, there are many things you can do to offset your travel carbon footprint. Pack Light The less "cargo" that a plane carries, the less fuel it has to use.

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How to Save Money by Downsizing

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This got me thinking some more about how to save money by downsizing. The cost of fuel is becoming prohibitive for drivers of larger vehicles, so much so that sales of the big, thirsty vehicles like Hummers are on the decline. Downsizing my vehicle certainly has saved me money and will continue to do so for as long as I have the car.

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10 Money Saving Tips for Your Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In the current economic climate, many households are trying to save money. Your home is probably one of your biggest expenses – so it could help to devise a saving strategy for your home. Insulating cavity walls reduces heat loss and could save you around $110 a year on your fuel bills. Stick to the list!

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Save Money with Geothermal Heat

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

While this may seem like a big initial investment, the cost is easily paid back by the 70% energy bill savings. They degrade over time and they don’t save you that much money. Fact: There are a few rare expections where geothermal isn’t economically or physically feasible. What’s not to like? The source of the.

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Bring on the Affordable Green Family Cars

Saving Cents With Sense

While the latter options certainly boost your green lifestyle and save you additional dollars at the pump, a bevy of the other vehicle options are out there today that can get you more miles per gallon without the hybrid and electric sticker prices. liter, turbocharged engine that maximizes fuel without sacrificing power.

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10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores

Family Balance Sheet

I scour websites, magazines, and Pinterest for new recipes and ideas that will WOW my family and save me money. If you’re new to Giant Food Stores or a current customer, pick up Savory magazine and follow these 10 tips to save money on your grocery bill. 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. Kiosk Savings.

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How to Handle the Stock Market Roller Coaster Ride?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I may replenish our supply of fuel oil, matches, candles, lamp oil and wicks. This economic downturn is just the ticket to accomplish some of those actions. Dollar cost average that saved up cash into emerging companies that I think will flourish in the next fifty years. It’s Time to Re-Stock for Emergencies. Hughes, Jr.

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