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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.

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Reuse and recycle – consumerism has taught us to throw away anything that is broken or that we no longer want or need. Stop and think before you buy; do you really need it or just want it; do you have something already that will do the same job; can you buy the same item second-hand? It’s easier to go out a buy a new one, right?

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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. Flying is absolutely horrible for the environment and should be avoided. Take the train, that’s what I do. I haven’t been on a plane since 2007. Stop consuming for consumption sake. Reduce energy use.