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7 Ways to Reduce Household Waste

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You can re-use newspapers and other items as garden mulch. When you do have to throw out batteries or electronics, find out where you can dispose of them in a way that allows for a level of recycling, and keeps chemicals from polluting the environment. Nor is it healthy. Shop with a List. Pay Attention to Packaging.

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10 Frugal Tips For Earth Day

Saving Cents With Sense

In honor of Earth Day, I wanted to share some ways that we can be frugal, yet also eco-friendly. 10 Frugal Tips for Earth Day. 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. Make your own. Buy in season.

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