Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2013

Not only do they still get thrown away, but now organic cotton is being harvested to make something that gets used just a single time. Environmentalism and sustainable living isn’t about buying a product to make yourself more green or friendly to nature. Want to really make a difference? Eco-friendly utensils. Drive less.

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Consumerism Environmental Movement Green Reuse 183

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Do you make enough money to cover your mortgage or rent, groceries, transportation, and other essential expenses, but find yourself on a treadmill of not being able to save? We used to be able to just go shopping when new needed something; every time you go and buy something you won’t use, you’re buying into our consumerism culture.

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Budgeting Budget May Lunch 245

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

If you are buying something that you hope will last, it can make sense to spend a little more for higher quality. Buying something cheap just because it’s a good deal falls into the category of “mindless consumerism” and it can lead to long-term money problems down the road. Will it truly make your life better?

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Public Transit Money Tickets Consumerism 215

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

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. Can you make a difference on your own?

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Economical Consumerism Green Reuse 207

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

Denim, which, according to Wikipedia comes from “the name of a sturdy fabric called serge, originally made in Nîmes , France, by the André family,” is a cotton twill textile woven into a rugged fabric we make into jeans and other denim clothing. Most of it is produced in Asia, and it is traditionally colored blue with indigo dye.

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Clothes Clothing Cycle Consumerism 197

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

The good news is that many of the changes you can make will also save you money and may even help you live a healthier lifestyle. Processed food uses vast amounts of energy in its production, making it an unsustainable commodity. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time.

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At Home Home Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 197

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

With Valentine’s Day making it’s appearance next week, I thought it would be fun to talk about the kissing part of the holiday. Frugal Dad reminds us that the war on debt starts at home and until we make changes there, we are never going to win the battle. I am a firm believer in diaries. Going Green. Investing Wisely.

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February Finance Personal Finance Money 113