Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2012

High gas prices got you down? I previously wrote about how I was saving money on gasoline just by driving the speed limit but for this post I wanted to share many more tips on how to make your own car more green and eco-friendly without you having to spend a ton of dough on a new hybrid this year. Check them every few weeks.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Our diet is made up of large quantities of meat which is produced by commercial farms, the largest greenhouse gas producer. This saves on packaging as well as transportation because larger amounts can be shipped in one load. Plus by buying local, you are cutting down on the carbon emissions produced by food transportation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 15, 2012

This makes biomass power an environmentally-friendly, green source of fuel. Cows give off large amounts of methane gas as part of their digestive process, a fact that is criticized by environmentalists who cite it as a major cause of global warming. If the methane gas could be collected, it could be used as an energy source.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

Conserve gas. My husband takes public transportation to work every day. Doing this allows us to fill the gas tank just 1.5 Go Frugal Go Green' I’ve even read that some people wear long johns at home to endure lower heating temperatures, but we haven’t done that. We are a one car family. times a month.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

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. So, are you going to make a green contribution?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2012

Drivers and manufacturers are both embracing the eco-friendly tools because they help lower C02 emissions and achieve better gas mileage. Proven Tips to Increase Gas Mileage. Below you will find surefire ways to improve gas mileage. The less you idle, the better gas mileage you will receive. Don’t Idle.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

Every minute spent inching along the freeway equates to increasing greenhouse gas emissions that are fueling (pardon the pun) global warming. In addition, everyone will save a ton of money on car-related expenses (including gas and maintenance). Mass Transit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2019

This means you waste water, fertiliser, soil, and even the fuel used to transport your food. This greenhouse gas is significantly more harmful than carbon dioxide. When you waste food, you’re not just wasting food—you’re also wasting the resources used to grow and make it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

See if you can identify with any of these statements: I spend more than I earn I don’t have a household budget I use credit cards all the time to buy everyday essentials like food, gas, transport. Avoid using store cards; they usually have excessively high interest rates and this negates any savings you might make.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 5, 2013

Another example is to start buying monthly public transportation passes instead of paying to fill up the gas tank of your car. Cost Saving Suggestion #3 – Choose green plumbing products. Finally, one excellent way to lower your monthly bills is to be proactive about keeping your home plumbing repair costs at a minimum.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 4, 2011

Ditching your car in favour of using public transport more often is great for the environment and by not having your car on the road as much, you can do your bit for the planet. As well as being more green, it can also be good for your wallet too. So, how have you been able to save on transport costs? Saving on Train Tickets.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Don’t waste gas. If that doesn’t work, use public transportation. This is way more efficient than running your air conditioner. The ideal summer temperature for your house is 78 degrees F. Use your car less and use your legs more. If you can, walk or ride a bike to where you need to go. I walk to and from work every day.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Going Green. Passive Family Income shares with us 5 ways we can save on transportation. I personally walk to work every day which saves a bunch of money and gas. To me, being frugal is saving on the things that don’t matter and spending on the things that do.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 13, 2013

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