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Fossil Fuel Alternatives: Biofuel vs. Electric

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Alternatives to fossil fuel are becoming more popular not only because of their “green” benefits, but also because of concerns about relying on limited, imported resources to fuel cars – and economies. Biofuel and electricity, including hybrid-electric cars, have emerged as top alternatives to fossil fuel.

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Eco-A Listers: Celebrities That Have Gone Green

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There are quite a few celebrities who have used their visibility to support good causes, like going green. might be the most famous and visible stars with a dedication to going green. He has been a huge advocate of alternative energy sources, and is probably best known for his documentary “Who Killed the Electric Car?”

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Minimize Your Impact on the Environment with Your Finances

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Although my primary concern these days to get out of debt, I have been thinking a lot about what “GREEN” really means and how that impacts my everyday lifestyle. But have you ever considered how you can go green with your finances? There are many different ways our finances can help in the green initiative.

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Tesla Motors: The Beginning of the End for Buying Gas or Charging Batteries

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

“Tesla’s Supercharger network is a game changer for electric vehicles, providing long distance travel that has a level of convenience equivalent to gasoline cars for all practical purposes,” said Tesla Motors co-founder and CEO Elon Musk. “We We are giving Model S the ability to drive almost anywhere for free on pure sunlight.”.

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