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How do I go about a green living?

I admit I haven’t been into the “green” lifestyle. I would like to try and be a more environmentally friendly person. How would I go about starting? Any tips or advice?

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Beth Greer had been living what she considered a healthy lifestyle when a medical crisis prompted her to reevaluate everything—from the food she ate to the personal-care products she used and the environment she lived in.

Now, in Super Natural Home, she shows the alarming extent of the dangerous chemicals we unwittingly expose ourselves to every day.

As she did in her own life, she invites readers to put their lives under a microscope—to scrutinize what Americans put in and on their bodies and bring into their homes—and to make personal choices that will enable them to “live clean” in a toxic world. Read the rest of this entry »

I like this guest article because it looks at the huge issue of climate change and takes it right down to the simple step of you planting ONE tree.  Don’t have a place to do that or the physical capacity? The end of this article has an alternative idea. — Zana

Planting Trees to Save the Planet
By Tomer Treves

We all know that our planet Earth is warming up and that something needs to be done on a global scale. However, until the governments of the world unite in action, we can all do our share and contribute to a worldwide effort to save our climate from going crazy.

One of the best things a person can do to help our suffering planet is to plant a tree. Yes, one tree can make a real change. If you ask yourself how one tree can make a difference, please read the next few paragraphs. Read the rest of this entry »

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What are the first steps in being more “green” or earth friendly when living in an apartment?

My husband and I live in a small apartment, and want to know the basics for living green. Any tips?

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I sort through the material I find there, to look for things that I think deserve wider circulation. So this page is powered by Yahoo! Answers. — Zana)

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What are some good informative websites about saving the environment and “Green Living”?

I’m looking for easy-to-use, detailed and informative sites on how to save the environment and how to go green.
I’ve seen a good bit, but I’m looking for better ones.

Any suggestions?

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The coming energy crisis caused by a peak in global oil and natural gas production will profoundly affect the lives of all North Americans. As the price of these vital fuels rises, homeowners will scramble to cut their fuel bills. Two options for meeting the upcoming challenge are dramatic improvements in home energy efficiency and efforts to tap into clean, affordable, renewable energy resources to heat and cool homes, to provide hot water and electricity, and even to cook. These measures can result in huge savings and a level of energy independence.

The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy by Dan Chiras tells you how. It starts by outlining the likely impacts of fossil fuel shortages and some basic facts about energy. It then discusses energy conservation to slash energy bills and prepare for renewable energy options. Focusing carefully on specific strategies needed to replace specific fuels, the book then examines each practical energy option available to homeowners: Read the rest of this entry »