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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. Turning the thermostat up or down a few degrees will have no effect on your comfort, but if everyone did it we could save massive amounts of energy. I haven’t been on a plane since 2007.

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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

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. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time. Reuse and recycle – consumerism has taught us to throw away anything that is broken or that we no longer want or need.

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