January 2010 Archives

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How Green is Your Oil?

With four hundred and fifty million oil filters manufactured and sold in the United States, 2 million gallons of waste oil contaminate California landfills alone. Much of this waste oil comes from persons who haven't properly disposed of their oil filters.
You have got to check these out! I was in Bed Bath and Beyond the other day and noticed they had the cutest stainless steel water bottles that are the perfect size for kids.
Insulation can be expensive. Thousands of dollars expensive.So how can you insulate your home and still have enough for the groceries? There are many small fixes that can be made at a fraction of the price of professional installation. Then of course, you can always do it yourself...

40% of the energy used to power consumer electronics is used when the device is switched off. (courtesy of: BigGreenPurse.com)...
The Go Green Expo show is kicking off in Los Angeles this weekend and going to several cities around the country. And Eco Home Resource is getting you in for a 50% Discount!! Go to www.GoGreenExpo.com and put in code "ECOHOME" to get in for only $5!
Please... Text "HAITI" to 90999 to donate $10 to Red Cross relief for Haiti. The charge will appear on your phone bill as Red Cross International Relief. Every bit counts. Thank you for your compassion.
You may start with small changes around your home; however, once the last energy saving bulb is screwed in, the air filter installed, and the VOC-free paint has dried, where does your green journey take you? We hope that your passion for a healthy lifestyle extends beyond your doorstep, to your communities. If you want to see a significant change in the environment, become a green volunteer.
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If You Only Do One Thing...

Normally, New Year's Resolutions are about bettering yourself, your body, or relationships. This year make sure to include the environment in your vows of improvement, and you're sure to transform yourself.
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