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How to Embrace a Sustainable Living Lifestyle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

He describes sustainability as “shifting to a renewable energy-based, reuse/recycle economy with a diversified transport system” People often refer to their attempts at sustainability as “going green”, being eco-friendly or adopting an eco-living lifestyle. So, are you going to make a green contribution?

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are just a few ideas to get you started with going green. Reuse and recycle – consumerism has taught us to throw away anything that is broken or that we no longer want or need. 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time.

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On Environmentalism Becoming Consumerism

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Corporations and salespeople are in a hurry to capitalize on the whole “green” thing. Items never before considered green – such as enormous packages of bottled water – are now being labeled as such. Here are five things commonly found in stores under the “green” label: Single-serve coffee makers. Paper shredders.