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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 2, 2012

In some cities, you can take aluminum (and other metals, like copper) or glass to your local recycling plant. You can sell them for cash or for a donation to your favorite charity. 5 Ways to Save Money and the Planet at Work How many of you work in an office? They will weigh what you bring them and pay you for your trash.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

By doing this you save money and over 53 million trees and 56 billion gallons of water a year. Choose detergents that are plant based, concentrated, and biodegradable. They can be thrown in the wash and reused again for next time. By switching to cloth, you can save over 500,000 trees. Recycle and reuse.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Print them yourself to save money. Ask the guests to RSVP by phone or email to save paper and postage. Choose decorations that can be reused or that are made of natural materials and so can be recycled in the garden or compost. Related posts: Five Great Money Saving Tips. Venue and Starting time.

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