Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

According to Wikipedia, “sustainable living is a lifestyle that attempts to reduce an individual’s or society’s use of the earth’s natural resources” Lester R. Gradually, though, we are becoming aware that there are limits to which humans can use the natural resources of our planet. Definitions .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 28, 2014

The amount of wrapping paper that this continent uses is absolutely disgusting, and it’s a complete waste of resources and money. Take It Easy On the Consumerism. Here are some things you can do to reduce your own carbon footprint this season and have a green Christmas: Recyclable Wrapping Paper. Probably not.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 23, 2012

Now that the holiday season is underway, it’s probably a little difficult to scale back the consumerism. These are gifts that don’t require additional resources, and they can be personal and fun in nature. However, it is possible to have a greener Christmas, as well as find gifts that are a little more eco-friendly.

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Giving Holiday Gifts Recycle 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

While you can’t always pay for convenience if you don’t have the financial resources to spend the extra, if convenience is important to you, and you can afford it, there’s no reason not to. I won’t have to drive so much; maybe I won’t even have to get a rental car. What will you use it for?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Sustainability is the process of adopting a sustainable lifestyle that ensures the conservation and security of the Earth’s natural resources. Scientists are warning that humans are depleting these resources at an alarmingly fast rate, one that outstrips the planet’s ability to renew them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Another way to save money – explore your local library’s connections for books on tape or eBooks – downloading these from your libraries’ resource or website could save a bundle. Avoid Consumerism. Shop Online. The investment of tables, chairs and the like might be worth it when you consider the potential earnings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? This is an awesome resource for me since we are always trying to find the best deal. Now we make our own but if you don’t find you have the time to do this, this post is a great resource. A few years ago my credit took a bit of a hit. Going Frugal.

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