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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Home Making Reuse Recycle 229

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 16, 2013

Sure, there are days when you go out for a nice meal with co-workers or pay for the school lunch on pizza day, but when I think back to my school days I fondly remember those brown paper bags. Everything in that lunch bag can be washed and reused or at least an be dealt with in an environmentally-friendly manner.

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Lunch Lunches Reuse Compost 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Create a meal plan for the week, and base your grocery shopping list on what you will actually eat during the week. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. You can also freeze homemade meals, including soups, casseroles and other items.

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

If we all planned our meals properly, ate proper portion sizes instead of cooking thinking our stomachs are the size of Texas, only cook what we can or will eat. Ny taking your own bags, reusing plastic bags you already have or even sewing some fabric bags from old t-shirts and things you can save a lot.

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Saving Money Money Reuse Home and Garden 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 21, 2011

A better option to use is recyclable batteries. Recyclable batteries are much greener to produce and they can last for many years. Be sure to dispose of recyclable batteries properly. Metal silverware is a much greener option than throwing away plastic silverware after every meal. Plastic bags. Single packs of snacks.

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Used Printers Recycle Recycled 140

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

When you are cooking a meal or serving up some food, try to put only the amount you will eat on your plate – you can refrigerate any left overs and use them for another meal! Instead of buying ready meals and fast food, buy more fresh ingredients and cook fresh, healthy food. Eat Healthy and Use Raw Ingredients.

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Saving Money Money Green Grow Your Own 184

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Look for eco-friendly products with limited recyclable packaging, low-toxicity, no petrochemicals, are biodegradable and phosphate-free. Involve the whole family in menu planning and meal preparation. Reuse and recycle – consumerism has taught us to throw away anything that is broken or that we no longer want or need.

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At Home Home Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 197