Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

How can you be money wise and green this Halloween? No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved. Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes. What do you do to recycle/reuse on Halloween? Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Entertaining doesn’t have to be damaging to the environment, nor do you have to limit the fun to throw a green party. So check out these great tips on how to throw a green party and do your bit for the environment. This is one area where it is simple to go green. Print them yourself to save money. Invitations.

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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. Go Green Money Tips'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2013

However, these advantages don’t necessarily make them a very green option, so let’s look at the green credentials of paper towel vs rags for household cleaning. Then I considered the amount of energy and water needed to rinse and launder cloth wipes and rags and wondered how green these processes were by comparison. Go Green'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Christmas Trees and Lights in the UK has some great ideas on how to turn a white Christmas into a green Christmas… Buy Smarter Look for locally made gifts at craft fairs and boutique shops. So you’ll be doing your bit for the environment and saving money! Will a “Green” Car Really Save You Money? Plus, green.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Celebrating a green holiday season is simpler than you might think. You want to be able to enjoy a fresh, green Douglas fir with beautiful needles and a piney smell. Recycle your wrapping paper. If not, make a point to save that paper this year, so that you can recycle it next December. Consider an artificial tree.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Most people are aware that going green not only saves the environment, it also saves money. However, the big Catch 22 with going green is that the upfront costs can be quite expensive. However, going green doesn’t mean you have to go all out. In fact, there are several ways that you can go green without going broke.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2012

Go Green ” by purchasing this reusable bag! Be more “ Eco-Friendly ” by picking up one of our 100% recycled-plastic doo-dads! The greenwashing of our retail world knows no bounds, as major corporations jump on the green bandwagon and market products that most of us aren’t interested in, nevermind even need. Don’t fall for it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 28, 2014

Here are some things you can do to reduce your own carbon footprint this season and have a green Christmas: Recyclable Wrapping Paper. The amount of wrapping paper that this continent uses is absolutely disgusting, and it’s a complete waste of resources and money. Go Green' Probably not.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 26, 2012

As the environmental movement has gathered momentum, green products and services have become cheaper. This is mainly because more people are seeking out these green products and services to buy and use for themselves. The green movement is gaining strength around the world. What do you have to lose?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2015

Being frugal and going green, sometimes you have to cut corners. It’s hard to “Go Green” and consciously shop for fashion. Green shopping with companies that reduce shipping impacts, reuse and recycle packaging, shrink carbon footprints, and are committed to resource conservation are hard to find. Green Home Improvement.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2011

Today, I am going to share with you 8 ways you can recycle, reduce, and reuse. Concentrated products often require less packaging, resulting in less energy to transport it to the store and less plastic to recycle. They also cost you less money since you don’t have to purchase them as often. Buy in bulk or in loose.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Kylie Ofiu is the author of 365 Ways to Make Money. She blogs about ways to make and save money as well as what she is up to at her blog www.kylieofiu.com. But besides the big expenses there are many ways being green can actually save you money right away. 1.) Make your own cleaning products.

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APRIL 19, 2012

We conserve water (and save money) during the summer. But when I took our recycling bins out to the curb this week, I noticed that there is still room for improvement. What is one green thing that you can improve on? We opt out of lawn chemicals. We compost much of our food and garden scraps. Let us know in the comments.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Many people find it relatively easy to implement green living strategies at home but wonder how they can make the same positive changes in their workplace. Reduce paper use – look at ways to reduce the amount of paper used in the business; recycle waste in an environmentally-friendly manner; reuse waste paper where possible.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

It’s also one of the places in our home where we often inadvertently spend too much money. Most people will read this, and think “yeah, there are a lot of ways to save money on food…” While there are many good tips about how to save on your groceries that’s not the only place where we spend too much money in the kitchen.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 11, 2011

Here are 5 ways you can do your part at work to improve the budget and limit your impact: Create a recycling program. Almost all kinds of office paper can be recycled. If your office doesn’t already recycle, contact your local recycling agency and find out what needs to be done to get started. Use recycled products.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

My found money in August was made up of a lot of little amounts and unfortunately, was not as high as in previous months. I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to not only help us get through current higher food and gas prices but also to help us achieve our big financial goals. Show me the money!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 2, 2012

Earning from trash through recycling is a great way to earn some extra cash and help save the environment at the same time. Excess trash has been a common problem of all societies for decades, and recycling is a way to transform trash into something useful. However, you might not know that there are ways to earn while recycling them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 23, 2020

If you’re keen to save money and protect the environment, you will no doubt already have much of the necessary jobs around the home done. But with our world changing so rapidly we could soon be encountering even greater costs to futureproof our homes and make the most of green resources. Harvesting your rainwater.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

Glass or metal can last a lifetime should you wish to reuse either one and are better recycling material than plastic is. Cardboard boxes can be used over and over again before needing to be recycled. Many “ broken ” items can be recycled into craft projects to do with your children. Shredded paper can be put in compost piles.

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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. Which should I choose to make sure I am being as green as possible? Pros and Cons: Cash.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Although my primary concern these days to get out of debt, I have been thinking a lot about what “GREEN” really means and how that impacts my everyday lifestyle. But have you ever considered how you can go green with your finances? There are many different ways our finances can help in the green initiative.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 15, 2013

I view each month’s bill – whether it be from the water company, the electric utility, or the natural gas provider – as a way to gauge how well I am doing in my efforts to both conserve energy and save money. How much money do I get to keep in my bank account this month? Go Green' Were my showers shorter?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 23, 2012

So the question these days is, which is better value for money – rechargeable or disposable? So, now we know that you’ll definitely save money by buying rechargeable batteries instead of disposable ones but what about the environment ? There are other green advantages to using rechargeable batteries instead of disposable ones.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2012

By doing this you don’t only help everybody on the globe by using green energy , you also help yourself. Going green in the office and at home. Look for ways of upgrading and monitoring your recycling facilities so that you know you’re getting the most out of them. . So, do you try to live green?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 28, 2011

An Earthship is a residential building made from recycled materials that often utilizes an unconventional shape or layout to take advantage of natural solar heating. Using an Earthship Layout to Save Money on Heating and Lighting. Related posts: Patience: A Saving Money Must. Five Great Money Saving Tips.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Do they recycle? Do they use recycled products? This saves on stamps, paper, fuel, and mail transport which not only is more eco friendly but it also saves your money. Recycle, recycle, recycle. If you have items you aren’t using, recycle them or give them to someone who can reuse them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Here are 7 ways you can reduce household waste (and maybe even save a little money): 1. If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. Go Green' You can reduce the amount of waste you contribute to the problem with a little planning and creativity. Shop with a List.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

The good news is that many of the changes you can make will also save you money and may even help you live a healthier lifestyle. Here are just a few ideas to get you started with going green. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time. 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

The more of your hard earned money you can keep in your wallet, the more you have for things you need and want. I’m always looking for a new way to save money, so I love reading other people’s tips on how they save extra cash. 10 Tips To Saving Money at the Grocery Store by Koupon Krazed. by Koupon Krazed.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 24, 2011

Thankfully, a lot of companies have come forward to join this green agenda; green funds are fast becoming the new face of investments. Green investments are what the investors are looking to buy. This demand has prompted several companies to start up new green projects to keep at par with this growing demand.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 24, 2013

Even though some razors are made using recycled plastics, most will still end up in landfill. When the razor blades get blunt, you replace them, making this a good green option that saves you money. The Half Green Razor. Try and avoid throw-away disposable razors to be green and save money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. Our parents and grandparents were ‘green’ before green was cool. Go Frugal Go Green' Store food properly to make it last as long as possible.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2011

Cutting back on your energy consumption will help you become more ‘green’ as well as putting a bit more money back in your pocket. Get into the habit of boiling only what you need at that particular moment and you’ll save both energy and money. Money Management. Well, going green is a way you can generate that money.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 21, 2014

Kids can be recycling pros and turn trash into cash for their schools through a new campaign with snack time favorite Entenmann’s Little Bites to create a fully recyclable lunch! Entenmann’s Little Bites “Recycle…Reuse…Replenish” Fully Recyclable Lunch Tips: Recycle. Have any leftovers from lunch?

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 6, 2009

Going Green Fashion. Recycling your clothing, shopping at thrift stores, and reselling your old items are to SAVE GREEN!!! Here are some tips and ways to Go Green. Reselling Your Clothing Online Another way to stay green and make some extra money is to sell your gently used clothes.

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