March 31 2010

According to the experts at Enviroglas, over 40 billion glass bottles are created every year, and over 75% end up in landfills.
That’s why clever recycling companies like Gilasi and Vetrazzo are creating product lines that provide eco-friendly alternatives to wood flooring, porcelain or stainless steel sinks, granite countertops, ceramic …
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March 31 2010

Having a utility bill in the triple digits may be common for your household, but with a few simple changes in your daily habits you can save hundreds of dollars as well as reduce your imprint on the environment.
When watered down is good
You may not realize the amount …
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March 31 2010

As consumers today, we have more and more opportunities to consider ways in which to limit our impact on the environment through the purchases we make. Purchases for the home are no exception, and furniture is a great place to start. Whether you are refurnishing an entire room or looking …
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March 31 2010

Adding sparkle and shine to your home doesn’t have to come at the expense of the environment. There are many environmentally friendly ways to clean your home. Choose from an increasing array of green cleaning products, and you can feel good about lessening your own environmental impact while keeping harmful …
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March 31 2010

One of the very best ways to increase the energy efficiency of your home and lower your heating and cooling bills is through effective insulation. Adequate and properly installed installation will help keep cool air out in the winter and hot air out in the summer, reducing the workload on …
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March 31 2010

More and more homeowners are embracing the idea that they can impact the environment in positive ways through the decorating choices they make for the home. For one such opportunity, you need look no further than underfoot. Carpeting made from synthetic fibers can contain dozens of chemicals and contribute significantly …
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December 31 2009
In the average U.S. home, the electricity used to power household appliances and electronics can amount to as much as 20 percent of your annual utility costs. The energy costs associated with a single device may not seem significant, but together, providing power to our TVs, DVD players, computers, stereos, …
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