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Spring Cleaning: Three Ways Cleaning Can Help You Save Energy
It’s always so rewarding to clean house and simplify, but did you know that there are some spring cleaning projects that can help your home be more energy efficient?
Four Great Recycled Raised Garden Beds
Sticking to local food is a great way to cut back your carbon footprint, and what’s more local than organic produce from your own back yard? Unfortunately, in a lot of urban areas the soil isn’t too hot – it often lacks nutrients and can even be contaminated with toxins like lead. That’s where a raised bed comes in.
New “Swelling Glass” Could Be The Answer For Contaminated Water Supplies
We all need clean water to survive, which is why the creation of a novel, silica-based material that absorbs toxins in water has scientists and environmental advocates on the edge of their seats.
Breathe Easy With LED Candles
What’s your favorite way to relax after a long stressful day? Many people like to light some candles, turn on their favorite music, and curl up on the sofa with their favorite person, pet, or even a good book. But did you know that those candles could be polluting your indoor air and increasing your carbon footprint?
Top Tips for Fighting Ants and Roaches in Your Home
Spring is officially here! The bulbs in my garden are blooming, the days are getting longer and warmer, and I just spotted my first six-legged friend crawling on the kitchen floor! It’s tempting to reach for toxic pesticides, but these toxic substances are linked to all manner of health problems in humans, and they’re not so hot for the environment, either.
Here are a few more eco-friendly options for keeping ants, roaches, and flies out of your home.
