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Will a “Green” Car Really Save You Money?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Having a green car can really help you feel better about how your driving habits impact the environment. Plus, green cars tend to help you save money on gas, right? After all, if you have a greener car that gets better gas mileage , you don’t have to fill up as often. What About Other Types of Green Cars?

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Why Buying Green Is Not Always Eco-Friendly.

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Go Green ” by purchasing this reusable bag! The greenwashing of our retail world knows no bounds, as major corporations jump on the green bandwagon and market products that most of us aren’t interested in, nevermind even need. If you do not need an item, you definitely don’t need a green version of it. Don’t fall for it.

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Ways to Have a Green Christmas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It’s cold out, so we idle our cars for longer periods of time to get them warmed up and then idle while we wait for somebody else to make us food so we don’t have to get out of the car. Here are some things you can do to reduce your own carbon footprint this season and have a green Christmas: Recyclable Wrapping Paper.

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Amazon: Up to 50% off Toys from Hape, Green Toys, TOMY & More

For the Mommas

Amazon: Up to 50% off Toys from Hape, Green Toys, TOMY & More. Head on over to Amazon where you can save up to 50% off on Toys from Hape, Green Toys, TOMY & More. Here are a few recommendations: Green Toys Ferry Boat with Mini Cars Bathtub Toy ONLY $9.99 (Reg $24.98). Join 45,000+ subscribers!

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Bring on the Affordable Green Family Cars

Saving Cents With Sense

To drive “green," you don’t necessarily need to own a hybrid or an electric vehicle. While the latter options certainly boost your green lifestyle and save you additional dollars at the pump, a bevy of the other vehicle options are out there today that can get you more miles per gallon without the hybrid and electric sticker prices.

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How to Have a Green Christmas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. As you can see, your Christmas holidays don’t need to suffer at the expense of being green. Plus, green. I would love to hear.

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Going Green on a Budget

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Green is one of my favorite colors. Unfortunately, sometimes trying to save money and ‘go green’ present a conflict of interest. There are ways to build a green budget without breaking the bank. Some green-cleaning recipes are as easy as vinegar and baking soda. It’s really not that hard to go green! Go Digital.

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