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Financial Pet Peeves

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We do do a pretty good job of recycling leftovers into new dishes. But that’s the whole point of having a peeve, isn’t it. goes the refrain “What’s the point of buying milk for cereal if it sits in the fridge making curds???!!” “Why don’t we just TEAR those dollar bills up, and save us the trouble!”…

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How to Go Green Witout Going Broke

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

For example, in-floor radiant heating can save you money on your heating bills and reduce greenhouse emissions, but it can be extremely expensive to install because you have to tear up the existing flooring, install the heating elements, then either replace the old flooring or install all new flooring. Start Small. Larger Changes.

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Tips for Bathroom Remodeling: A Guide to Enhancing Your Space

Koupon Karen

Going Green with Your Bathroom Eco-friendly remodeling is not only good for the environment but can also save you money on utility bills. Consider materials like recycled glass or reclaimed wood for countertops and cabinetry to minimize environmental impact. Choose a color scheme that reflects your taste and adds warmth to the room.

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How to Use a Credit Card to Save the World

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Well, there are plenty of big things that you can do, like driving a hybrid, recycling whenever possible and powering your home with clean and renewable resources. Another way to save paper and therefore trees is to set up online bill paying. Before joining HLF, she was a Media Planner with McCann Worldgroup Philippines, Inc.,

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Capitol Lighting Fanimation Review

Nicoles Nickels

Not only does Fanimation offer a wide selection of Energy Star rated ceiling fans, but it has also upgraded its warehouse operations with energy efficient lighting and the use of recycled materials in its product packaging. The cost of the fan is such a small price compared to the money we are saving on our electricity bills.