Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Did you know you can collect the rainwater that falls on your roof and harvest it for reuse? More than just watering the garden and washing the car, it can be used for flushing toilets and even for the washing machine. LEDs are recyclable and don’t contain mercury, so it’s not just about saving energy with your bulb choice.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

Because they can be washed and reused they are much cheaper in the long run. If you have talent with a sewing machine, you can even make them look nice. Reuse Bags You can save a little money by reusing your plastic storage bags. Instead of using paper towels for every spill, you can invest in some washable dish towels.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Purchase energy-efficient machines and appliances – when computers, printers and kitchen appliances need replacing, look for those that are kinder to the environment. 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

AUGUST 22, 2011

Hold off if you haven’t got enough to fill the dishwasher or washing machine for a full load. Related posts: 8 Easy Ways to Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse. It might sound obvious but many of us forget to do this and it’s a big source of wasted energy. Don’t do half loads. Don’t boil a full kettle. 5 Ways to NOT Save Energy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

And while there are many individuals and groups working to make that a reality, it’s a rather difficult achievement because of the way we have set our society up to be one of convenience and disposability rather than reuse. Reuse Everything Glass jars make great water bottles at home. Where I live, nearly anything can be recycled.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2013

Those machines use plastic coffee pods that are often labeled as being recyclable – but only if you fully wash them out, take them apart, and separate all the pieces… which we know no one is doing. These are no more green than just recycling that pile of paper. Reuse and repurpose. Biodegradable trash bags.

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