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5 Eco-Friendly Tips for the Workplace

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

According to the Bureau of labor Statistics, U.S. fuel prices rose 1.9 It goes without saying that taking the most direct route to work is most cost-effective, fuel-wise… but planning your commute to enable timely stops to the market or to pay bills on your way to or from work can save money as well. Smart Commute. percent.

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How to Save Money by Downsizing

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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. My fuel costs have almost halved with my nifty little new car, I have saved hundreds of dollars on insurance and it is a breeze to park! How much room does a family really need?

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Do Wind Turbines Cause Health Problems? Canadian Government Wants to Find Out

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Canadian Federal Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq recently announced that Health Canada , along with Statistics Canada, will conduct a research study into whether or not wind turbine noise has a detrimental effect on human health and safety. The study, with a cost of over $1.8 miles) from installations with eight to twelve turbines.

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Are You Wasting Valuable Energy and Money?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As well as establishing an energy saving regime in the home which can reduce the average fuel bill by up to £250 according to the Government it is worth shopping around to compare electricity prices and the cost of gas to get the best deal. With gas and electricity prices spiraling, consumers are looking for ways of saving money.

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5 Easy & Healthy After School Snacks

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After a long busy day at school kids come home hungry and reaching for snacks, but as our current childhood obesity epidemic statistics show the snacks they have been grabbing may not be very good for them. Feed them foods that fuel their bodies, not just satisfy their taste buds. All rights reserved. This site uses affiliate links.

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