Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

Recycling is great for the environment and we should all be doing it (in spite of my title), but reusing is even better. When you can reuse or re-purpose an item, you are not only saving it from the landfills, but you are also saving the expense and energy which would have been expended when you recycle. Two liter soda bottles.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

I often go out of my way to be eco-friendly: I always remember my reusable shopping bags, I sort my own recyclables, and I even refuse to buy makeup products that include environmentally (and dermatologically) deleterious chemicals like parabens. Meanwhile, credit cards stay planted right in your pocket. Pros and Cons: Credit.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 22, 2011

Recycle – Of course you probably already know about this tip, and may have a recycling bin in your home. But there are other ways to recycle products, too. Grow Your Own: Planting your own vegetables, fruit, and herbs can save you money, but it can also reduce the use of chemical pesticides. Plant a Tree.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 7, 2013

If you think you can handle a 3-course French dinner, by all means put on an apron and aim for a meal deserving of a Michelin Star. She’s an earth mother fond of baking kale chips and reminding you to save energy, recycle and compost the banana peels. A simple picnic lunch in the park works fine, too. For the Green Goddess.

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