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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Consider the household products you buy – reduce the toxic chemicals in your home and improve the health of your family and the planet. Look for eco-friendly products with limited recyclable packaging, low-toxicity, no petrochemicals, are biodegradable and phosphate-free. Involve the whole family in menu planning and meal preparation.

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On Environmentalism Becoming Consumerism

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Reuse and repurpose. Buy solidly made goods that will last a long time, can be reused for other purposes, or can be rebuilt when broken. No one person or small family needs four bathrooms, five televisions, multiple cars, a vacation home, and an RV. Flying is absolutely horrible for the environment and should be avoided.