Did you know that less than 2% of the Earth’s water is fresh? Why conserve it? Well, the plants and animals need it. We do not replace the fresh water that we consume as fast as it is used. When you use water wisely you save money and you save energy. Aren’t these great reasons to [...][...]
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Good Old Things -Recycle and Reuse
By Dena Fritz Recycle, reuse and reduce. That is the mantra of anyone who is environmentally conscience. There is no better way to to be eco friendly than to recycle old goods into new decor for your home. Antiques are an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint, you know, someone’s trash[...]
Green Choices for Lawn and Garden
By Randy Edwards, Press Release The Nature Conservancy offers 5 practical steps to prevent nutrient pollution Harrisburg, PA – (May 12, 2011) – Everyone needs clean, fresh water. Keeping our water clean is crucial to supporting life, for both people and nature. As spring weather spreads across[...]
EASTER MARKS THE BEGINNING OF THE SUMMER CAMPING SEASON
Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts are nationally famous for their Easter activities, which can include everything from crafts to separate egg hunts for adults and children to visits by the Easter Bunny Shirley and Eugene Goles and their family, from Baltimore, Md., have camped at the Jellystone Park Camp[...]
November 15th, 2010 - 8:30 am § in Office, Office Tips
Webinars, Video Conferencing and Reducing Your Carbon Footprint.
By Dena Fritz There is nothing greener than saving the environment from burning gas and carbon into the environment when it can be avoided. Be a spokesperson at your company and encourage your coworkers to participate in online meeting or video conferencing. It saves fuel, time, carbon emissions, mo[...]
January 20th, 2010 - 9:34 pm § in Office, Office Tips
The Office Green Team
In our day-to-day lives, many of us spend more time in our offices than at home. As you can imagine, it is also a place where we have a ton of opportunity to be more green. What’s the best way to get your office motivated to make a difference? An office Green Team! These dedicated [...][...]
Green Commuting: The Office Carpool
Now, more than ever, it is our responsibility to decrease our carbon footprint. Many of us drive a distance to work. Our co-workers do the same. It is safe to say that you would save gas, carbon emissions, and money if you organized an office carpool. Whether you are commuting to/from work or going [...]
November 5th, 2009 - 7:54 pm § in Office, Office Tips
Green Meetings: Make It A Conference Call
In our day to day lives we often find ourselves attending meetings. Sometimes driving far out of our way to participate. When you start to think about the wasted energy that goes into all the meetings you attend within any given year, it’s enough to make your head spin. Rather than attend in p[...]
November 2nd, 2009 - 6:58 pm § in Books
Gorgeously Green=Green Bible For Women Everywhere
We think that author of Gorgeously Green, Sophie Uliano, is both gorgeous and green! She has effortlessly created the bridge between being a normal girl to tree hugger. In this easy read she gives girls a breakdown of 8 steps to follow for a more eco-friendly existence. The steps and subjects are as[...]