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Go Green and Save Big

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Being frugal and going green, sometimes you have to cut corners. Paperless Coupons. 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.

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Going Green on a Budget

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Green is one of my favorite colors. Unfortunately, sometimes trying to save money and ‘go green’ present a conflict of interest. There are ways to build a green budget without breaking the bank. Some banks and cell phone service providers will even pay you to choose paperless statements. How did you decide to go green?

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How Can I Be Eco-Friendly With a Credit Card?

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To take this to another level, be aware of the company with whom you’re doing business, and choose a credit card lender that practices good green behavior and puts the environment first. Do you really need a paper statement every month, or can you deal with an online paperless type? Save The Trees. Four Crazy Credit Card Scams.

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10 Money Saving Tips for Your Home

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Switch to direct debit and paperless billing. Organizations are getting greener and more waste conscious so many will reward you with money off by switching to direct debit or paperless bills. It’s less effort for them too. Turn your thermostat down. By reducing your thermostat by only 1 degree you could cut your bills by 10%.

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Six Eco-friendly Ways to Save Money for You and Your Family

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Similarly, a lot of companies, particularly insurance companies, offer discounts on premiums if the insured enrolls in paperless billing. Digital coupons need no clipping, sorting, organizing, etc. because the app does all of that for you, and it drastically cuts down on paper that will likely end up in the trash. Outdoor Entertainment.

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15 Ways to Reduce Energy Costs

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Cutting back on your energy consumption will help you become more ‘green’ as well as putting a bit more money back in your pocket. Discounts are often available if you agree to pay your bills by Direct Debit, especially if you also sign up for paperless billing and manage your bills and payments online. Cutting Your Heating Bills.

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5 Ways to Save Money and the Planet at Work

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Next time you go to order supplies for your office, make sure to pick the green options. Find paperless ways to communicate. Everything from paper to envelopes to facial tissue can be bought in a recycled form. Conserve paper. Use email programs, the phone, and video conferencing to discuss items with people.