Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Christmas Trees and Lights in the UK has some great ideas on how to turn a white Christmas into a green Christmas… Buy Smarter Look for locally made gifts at craft fairs and boutique shops. Less transport movements mean less carbon emissions and you’ll be supporting the local economy too. Plus, green. I would love to hear.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Most people are aware that going green not only saves the environment, it also saves money. However, the big Catch 22 with going green is that the upfront costs can be quite expensive. Electric and hybrid cars save on gas costs and emissions, but they tend to be more expensive than gas-powered models.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2012

When I lived on my own, I developed a few tricks for eating healthy and saving money on food which worked really well. You can embellish them by adding frozen or fresh veggies, or topping them with green onions, chives, or cilantro, etc. I am glad to hear you are concerned about waste. They are much better for you. Roasted nuts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2012

Besides being safe, not speeding can help you save money on fuel as well. According to fueleconomy.gov, changing this bad driving habit can help you save 27-89 cents a gallon. 8 Ways to Save on Fuel Who of us does not want to squeeze a bit more distance out of each gallon of gas that we. How to Save Money on Gas.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

If you can’t afford a car, use public transportation. Our parents and grandparents were ‘green’ before green was cool. Go Frugal Go Green' Instead of paying for telephone, use free services over the internet (Skype and Google both have them – but note that there may be privacy issues in their use).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 6, 2012

We have all heard that age old adage “save your pennies for a rainy day,” but many of us never do it. Saving money can be a bit of a difficult challenge, especially if you are in a household that lives paycheck to paycheck like so many do. Saving money is essential. Separate Your Wants From Your Needs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2012

I previously wrote about how I was saving money on gasoline just by driving the speed limit but for this post I wanted to share many more tips on how to make your own car more green and eco-friendly without you having to spend a ton of dough on a new hybrid this year. Change your oil regularly.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2012

So, when I started to consider the veggie garden option, I understood how it was greener but wasn’t so sure about being able to save money. As time went by, there would be less to buy, especially if you employed some cost-saving strategies, and so you would save much more on your fresh fruit and vegetable budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Here are just a few ideas to get you started with going green. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time. 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales. Being Environmentally Friendly Saves Money. So, how do you try to live sustainable?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

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?

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NOVEMBER 2, 2012

“Now you can save money by making your own jerky, dried fruits, vegetable, trail mix and more. That is sustainability and no wonder the powerful Nesco/American Harvest dehydrators are called the “Green” machines. Such yummy and healthy snacks!

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 17, 2023

I’m always looking for ways to save money and enjoy life without spending a fortune, and you don’t have to pay $40 and up (way up) for a great entree at Disney World. Cook’s If you’re not staying at the Polynesian, you can take any transportation to Magic Kingdom. How To Get To Capt. We say yes!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2011

You can buy light switches with built-in sensors, which is an easy way to start saving money! Related posts: What is Green Energy? 5 Ways to NOT Save Energy. What’s the Most Energy Efficient Form of Transportation. Shop Around for the Best Rates. 10 Ways to $ave Energy Comfortably.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 4, 2012

Additionally, you will want to bring a tape measure to make sure that the piece will fit in your home and a truck or other large vehicle so that you can transport your find to your house. Furniture When you are hunting for thrift store furniture , it is always a good idea to know what you want, such as what piece you want.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

We Saved Money With Our Artificial Tree. Assuming we paid $40 a year for a tree for 15 years, we would have spent $600, an overall savings for us of $400 up through this year. Living trees are grown through out Canada and North America as crops, providing green spaces near cities along with carbon eating capacity.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 5, 2013

Another example is to start buying monthly public transportation passes instead of paying to fill up the gas tank of your car. The sooner you fix the leak, the sooner you will start to save money and water. Cost Saving Suggestion #2 – Pick up a few basic plumbing skills. There are some basic skills that anyone can learn.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 1, 2014

Today a poor person in America probably has access to electricity, telephones, food, indoor plumbing, central heat and public transportation. Mom and Dad always pointed out how much better off we were than our neighbors, because we were saving money and building up assets. 16 Ways To Save Money On Your Energy Bill This Summer.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2013

The West Virginia Department of Transportation estimates the annual cost of roadside litter control nationwide is $115 million. Money pros call them a stupidity tax. How to Save Money at Festivals. But by far, the winner for most littered are cigarette butts. How Much Does Litter Control Cost? almost $11.5

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

By doing this you save money and over 53 million trees and 56 billion gallons of water a year. If that doesn’t work, use public transportation. Limit the use of your car and you will save money and limit your carbon footprint. Magazines and catalogs are some of the biggest offenders. Don’t waste gas.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 4, 2011

Trip includes round trip airfare, hotel accommodations and ground transportation to and from the hotel. Grand prize package also includes a hair and make-up styling session prior to the taping and $500 in spending money! Subway Grab the Green Sweepstakes. Play Grab the Green Sweepstakes and Instant Win Game. End 6/30/11).

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Discount Coder UK

JANUARY 28, 2013

Living in Brighton, a car is more of a liability than an advantage – we have excellent bus and train connections – and I’ve always been too ‘green’ to get behind the wheel. I never learned to drive. As such I’m a huge bus and train fan and have discovered all manner of ways to. read more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Own the Dollar tells us how we can save $50 a day. How to Save Money shares with us how shopping at Costco can save us cash. The Saved Quarter tells us how we can save money on laundry. From my own experience, any tips you can find on saving money on your wedding are invaluable.

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