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11 Ways To Make Personal Travel More Sustainable And Less Polluting

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are 11 ways you can make your transportation needs a little more eco-friendly. Take Public Transportation If you live anywhere near a small or large city, you probably have access to some form of municipal public transportation. Sure beats using gasoline every day! Why not rent a bike for a few hours?

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Fun Freetime: TurfMutt Foundation Predicts “Backyarding” Advances to a Master Level

Motherhood Moments

Whether it’s adding Greek-themed elements and plantings to the backyard because a homeowner adores Mediterranean vacations, or adding quality furniture, a deluxe fire pit, a covered outdoor kitchen, or luxury seating with heating – more backyards will transport people to lush experiences that feel a world away.

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How Do You Handle Increasing Expenses?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Gasoline : We currently budget $75 a week for gasoline which translates to a tank of gas for our van. Providing for Your Child’s Future Finding Affordable Health Insurance If You’re… Finding a Chiropractor: From Finances to Practical Matters Cutting Down on the Transportation Costs Contingency Budgeting: Low, Medium, and High.

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13 Ways to Make Your Existing Car Greener and Avoid Buying a New One

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Change your oil regularly.

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9 Ways to Save at the Pump

Saving Cents With Sense

Of course, driving less can help reduce the amount of gas you use, and therefore need to buy, but when carpooling, riding your bike, or using alternative transportation just isn’t feasible, then you can still use these tips to help you save at the pump. Not only that, but they burn more gasoline (and ultimately your cash!).

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The High Cost of Speeding

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You also use about 40% more gasoline, according to some musings by Bargain Babe and SelecTrucks. Gasoline waste costs. How to Save Money on Transport Costs. When you drive fast (especially on non-highway roads), you tend to brake more and then start up faster – which also wastes gas and causes wear and tear on your vehicle.

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6 Ways to Change Your Spending Habits

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Use alternative methods of transportation , a.k.a. Plus you will save a ton on gasoline and parking fees. SPF’s article on how he has quit smoking. Instead of using your car and spending money on gas, why not invest in a good bicycle or walking shoes. Cook at home. Cooking is really not hard, it just takes some organization.

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