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.

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Reuse Recycle Recycled Recycling 100

Motherhood Moments

MARCH 2, 2023

As 50 million children get excited for Spring Break, the Paper and Packaging Board (P+PB) is encouraging families to make the week-long ritual more fun and educational by adopting a sustainability theme. Whether going away or staying home for Spring Break, there are many ways families can create teachable moments about recycling.

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Flowers and Plants Recycle Recycled Recycling 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

There are many small simple changes we can make in our daily activities that have a huge impact on the planet. You can make your own or your can buy them for cheap. Choose detergents that are plant based, concentrated, and biodegradable. We make our own using a few simple ingredients of washing soda , soap flakes, and borax.

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Making Reuse Recycle Recycled 196

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower. Containers.

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Re-use Used Reuse Amusement Park 235

Couponing 101

MARCH 19, 2019

Instead of spending $10 on a decorative storage jar at Hobby Lobby or Target, you can upcycle and make one at a fraction of the price. Even recycling has its environmental costs. It’s always better to reuse than recycle! Declutter desk and counter space by making this adorable wall-mounted vases.

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Flowers and Plants Recycle Recycled Recycling 72

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Do they recycle? Do they use recycled products? Eat a plant based diet. Instead, eat a plant based diet which is full of nutrients, anti-oxidants and is healthier for you and mother nature. Recycle, recycle, recycle. Also, be sure to buy recycled products like toilet paper. Dress eco-friendly.

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Consumer Recycle Recycled Recycling 124

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Dasani and the Coca-Cola Company have taken great steps towards making sure that the future of our planet is improved instead of depleted by working towards a bottle made entirely from plants! . Currently, Dasani’s completely recyclable PET bottle sources 30% of its materials from approved plant resources!

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Recycle Recycled Recycling Plants 40