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How Downsizing to an Apartment Has Saved Us Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We have a smaller place, and we use less energy to keep it comfortable. Our gas and electric bills have been smaller since we moved. On top of that, we are using less electricity in general since the apartment has numerous windows and an open floor plan. That usually translates to using fewer resources as well.

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Minimize Your Impact on the Environment with Your Finances

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I became a vegetarian 3 years ago, and noticed my grocery bills reduced immensely. Another way we can go green at home is by using programmable thermostats, or applying sealant to all the windows and doors to make sure that they are not leaking. One of the easiest ways is as simple as switching to more energy efficient light bulbs.

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