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How to Save Money on Transport Costs

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Ditching your car in favour of using public transport more often is great for the environment and by not having your car on the road as much, you can do your bit for the planet. As well as being more green, it can also be good for your wallet too. So, how have you been able to save on transport costs? Saving on Train Tickets.

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Six Eco-friendly Ways to Save Money for You and Your Family

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Transportation. Heading into the summer, gas prices will continue to go up, so transportation alternatives can really help. Carpooling, public transportation, and biking are all terrific ways to cut down trips to the gas pump while decreasing your own personal carbon footprint left on the environment. Go Digital.

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How to Go Green Witout Going Broke

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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. However, going green doesn’t mean you have to go all out. In fact, there are several ways that you can go green without going broke.

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How Much is Your Commute Costing You?

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As you think about your commute, consider the following items: Transportation Costs. The most obvious consideration when it comes to the cost of your commute is the cost of the transportation itself. When you drive your own car, there are additional costs associated with transportation; it’s not just about what you pay for gas.

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Minimize Your Impact on the Environment with Your Finances

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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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11 Ways To Make Personal Travel More Sustainable And Less Polluting

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Here are 11 ways you can make your transportation needs a little more eco-friendly. Take Public Transportation If you live anywhere near a small or large city, you probably have access to some form of municipal public transportation. Buses, subways, and light rail trains are a viable and green way to get around.

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7 Tips for Energy Efficiency

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Reducing the amount of energy you use at home will not only make your bills cheaper, it will also go that little way to protecting the environment around us. Reducing your room temperature by just 1°C could cut your heating bills by ten percent and in most cases will save around $100 each year. Related posts: What is Green Energy?

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