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Step away from the trash can! How to turn leftovers & old food into tasty meals
Studies have shown that up to 40% of all U.S food ends up in landfills. That’s made up of unopened products, leftovers, and food that’s spoiled or past its sell-by date. This is not great news for our planet, as… Read More ›
Smart homes: The future of energy efficient living?
As Wi-Fi capabilities increase and technology advances, products that make your home “smart” are rapidly gaining popularity. From accurately tracking your energy bills to remotely switching off the lights, smart home technology is available for almost every part of your… Read More ›
21 ways to transform trash into something beautiful
We’ve written before on this blog about the importance of recycling to reduce your wastage and do your bit to help the planet by limiting your landfill contributions. This week, we thought we’d take a different approach to trash. Rather… Read More ›
The sea of plastic: How to reduce ocean pollution
In the USA, only 8% of plastic is recycled. The rest ends up in landfills, or it remains uncollected and can wash into the sea, causing ocean pollution. It’s estimated that there are 5.25 trillion pieces of plastic in the… Read More ›
How To Stay Cool This Summer Without Putting On Your Air Conditioning
It’s summer now and the temperatures are WARM! One of the biggest concerns to many during the hotter months is the problem of staying cool. Many people turn to their air conditioners, but that presents its own problems. Not only… Read More ›
20 items you should never put down the drain (and why)
Many different items that many people chuck into their sink or down the toilet without a second thought, from grease to eggshells, cleaning products, and face wipes. But did you know that your casual flushing could be risking your pipes… Read More ›
15 Home Cooked Recipes To Help You Live Green
If you’re trying to live a Green lifestyle, there’s no better place to start than in the kitchen. They say that the kitchen is the heart of the home, and that’s certainly the case when it comes to helping your… Read More ›
12 Simple Green Living Life Hacks
Living a greener existence doesn’t have to be hard. There are SO many little tips and tricks to work into your everyday life that will help to reduce your impact on our planet. In fact, most of them are so… Read More ›
12 Natural Remedies to Relieve Everyday Aches & Pains
Your body is a complex being. From headaches to cold or anxiety to insomnia, there is always something waiting around the corner to throw you off your feet and leave you feeling that little bit lousy. It can be disheartening… Read More ›
What is fracking and why do environmentalists fear it?
Modern living relies heavily on energy usages. With imported oil at a premium, countries are beginning to wake up to the concept of producing their own energy within their country rather than shipping it in from abroad. Enter fracking, the… Read More ›
