Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 9, 2019
While you’re at it, you should also replace your lights with LEDs that can last 10 years or more. They’ll make sure that every bit of trash is disposed of properly and sent to proper recycling facilities. No, composting doesn’t require a lot of space. Line-Dry Whenever Possible. Dial Down on the Paper Towels.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 2, 2011
Going green for schools can be as simple as starting up a school vegetable garden, recycling waste or installing water tanks. Recycling the school’s waste can include establishing composting systems and worm farms to use as fertilizers for the garden. Turn out lights after school hours that are not needed for security.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes. Compost it by cutting it up and putting it on the pile. Make it dark with just some lights here and there. What do you do to recycle/reuse on Halloween? No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 28, 2011
An Earthship is a residential building made from recycled materials that often utilizes an unconventional shape or layout to take advantage of natural solar heating. Generally, such a home will attain its water supply through rainwater that has run through a filter and, often, been heated by mirrors that concentrate the sun’s light.
Saving Cents With Sense
APRIL 22, 2011
Recycle – Of course you probably already know about this tip, and may have a recycling bin in your home. But there are other ways to recycle products, too. Turn it Off- Lights, computers, and other electronics consume energy and our money. This is a biggie- because it takes recycling to the next step.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JANUARY 28, 2013
moved from simple dumping on land or sea, to burial, sanitary landfill, feeding to swine, reduction, incineration, and various forms of composting”. A landfill is not like a compost pile, where the purpose is to bury trash in such a way that it will decompose quickly.”. How much trash we generate /recycle. Their conclusion? “So
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 27, 2011
If you really want to send out paper invitations, use recycled or handmade paper and use a single sheet. Choose decorations that can be reused or that are made of natural materials and so can be recycled in the garden or compost. If you hold the party during the day, no lighting will be needed. Plates and Utensils.
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