Tag: Eco Living

Building Green? Join The Go Green Guy at AltBuild Expo 2013

Building Green? Join The Go Green Guy at AltBuild Expo 2013

10th Annual AltBuild Conference & Expo, May 10-11   Offers Cutting Edge Discussions by Industry Thought Leaders on the Future of the Los Angeles Region and Related Building Issues to Pros and Public   FREE Expo Also Offers Popular ‘Ask an Expert’, Compost and Vegetable Garden Workshops, Wildlife Backyard Certification On May 10-11, 2013, the [...]

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Everything’s Rosy with Apteka Natural

Everything’s Rosy with Apteka Natural

I was introduced to a company a few weeks ago (my interest was peaked when I was told they store their products 150 feet below ground in a cave) now I am completely hooked.   Apteka Natural thoughtfully chooses the products they carry.  Seeking only the best of the best from the far ends of the [...]

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A Family That Scraps Together, Stays Together

A Family That Scraps Together, Stays Together

Scrapping copper, aluminum, brass, steel, and other metals can be very rewarding to your wallet if you do it the right way. While your scrapping can be rewarding with money, it can also be rewarding with your family and children especially. Teaching the rights and wrongs of the industry and how to make money recycling [...]

April 9, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Can You Really Live Off the Grid?

Can You Really Live Off the Grid?

Can You Really Live Off the Grid?  A Guest Post by: Brooke Haughton Living sustainably in an environment that has green trees all over while breathing in fresh air really feels relaxing and alluring. If your environment is green, you most likely will have the urge to go for a morning jogging or do yoga [...]

March 12, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Is Solar Right For You?

Is Solar Right For You?

Is Residential Solar right for you? This is such a great question. There is a stigma when it comes to Solar Power for the Home that it is pricey, too expensive to get started, not enough return,etc… What is the truth? I am in the process of discussing this subject with some Solar Companies and [...]

February 22, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Nissan moves Leaf to USA, Price Drops!

Nissan moves Leaf to USA, Price Drops!

Did I hear that right? Nissan Leaf prices are dropping for 2013 model. From all reports I have seen, the reason behind the price drop is that Nissan has moved production of the all Electric Leaf to the United States. Nissan has announced that production of the 2013 Leaf will begin at their new plants [...]

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Closet Editing – The Green Way

Closet Editing – The Green Way

With the new year in full swing, and two months plus a few weeks more winter, it is the perfect time to edit your closet – the green way I might add.  Editing your wardrobe really isn’t that bad.  Yes it is time consuming, yes it can be a hassle, but you may just find [...]

January 5, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Last Minute Green Gift Ideas for the Holidays

Last Minute Green Gift Ideas for the Holidays

There are only a few days left to finish your holiday shopping.  Here are some green gift ideas that will make the eco conscious person on your list very happy. Goodforall, one of my personal favorite eco-conscious companies, has done it again, two new styles made with their ah-mazing eco friendly leather.  Check out the [...]

December 19, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Green Gift Giving Ideas for the Holidays

Green Gift Giving Ideas for the Holidays

With the holidays fast approaching shopping for something unique and eco-friendly can become a difficult task.  This week is the first of my green gift giving ideas for the holidays.   Tops on my list is something from Apple & Bee an Australian company that makes the cutest array of bags for all kinds of [...]

December 7, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Eco-Friendly Money Saving Tips with Vanessa!

Eco-Friendly Money Saving Tips with Vanessa!

She’s back! Vanessa and Organic Please have some eco-friendly money saving tips for you. And we hope you enjoy her video. Vanessa from @organicplease and Organic-please.com is back with another great video post. This time Vanessa shares her secrets for saving money while living eco-friendly. Watch the video for some simple, easy, money saving tips! [...]

November 27, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Order it… Ship it… Green it… with ThermoPod shipping products!

Order it… Ship it… Green it… with ThermoPod shipping products!

ThermoPod® Thermal Protective Mailers and Box Liners: They Offer Mail Order Customers Earth Aware Options For Shipping Mail Order Foods and Wines Ship it Green! Holidays are prime time for mail order steaks, seafood, chocolates, pies, cakes, spices, and premium wines, either as a yummy gift for your friends and extended family or as a [...]

November 22, 2012 | 0 Comments More
10 Green Documentary films that will make you… stop and think!

10 Green Documentary films that will make you… stop and think!

Go Green and Get Informed with these Free Documentaries: guest post by Dwayne Thomas Making a great documentary isn’t easy. You have to walk the fine line between being both entertaining and informative. Fortunately, there are so many great filmmakers making inspiring and beautiful documentaries today. I have quite the DVD collection of documentaries at [...]

November 6, 2012 | 2 Comments More
A Groovy Green World

A Groovy Green World

I love when people are inspired to do something more – something different, especially when it has a positive impact on our world.   Meet Candace Vadnais, a power house of inspiration and determination and a green girl all the way.   Candace has had a passion for the environment for a long time but she [...]

November 4, 2012 | 0 Comments More
The Organic Pharmacy – Homeopathic Perfection

The Organic Pharmacy – Homeopathic Perfection

The Organic Pharmacy So I hear about a fabulous, green product and after a bit of research find out that the company and duo behind it are nothing short of ah-mazing.  That is just what happened when I found The Organic Pharmacy Rose Facial Cleansing Gel.  Oh my, I am in love.   So I [...]

October 7, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Ikea is helping to bring LED lighting to the US

Ikea is helping to bring LED lighting to the US

  We have talked about LED lighting and I am sure that you have read much about it’s benefits. Longer lasting, give off little heat, better light, energy efficient, good for the environment…. The folks at Ikea who were eco-friendly even before it became trendy, have set out to change the way Americans light their [...]

October 7, 2012 | 1 Comment More
Top 10 Natural Stain Removers

Top 10 Natural Stain Removers

Oops I did it again!  Spaghetti, red wine, ink – you name it I’ve spilled it, dropped it or otherwise drenched myself in it.  Messy is my middle name.  So becoming a semi-expert in cleaning up stains was on the must do list.  Here are my top 10 favorite natural stain removers and cleaning secrets [...]

September 2, 2012 | 0 Comments More
If the Eco Shoe Fits…..

If the Eco Shoe Fits…..

This fall the trends in shoes are running the gamut from biker chic, to high heeled booties, to oh so comfortable wedges.  I’m highlighting a few pairs of shoes that are on my hit list for the season. Toms – I know I can’t seem to get enough of them.  Toms rolled out a wedge [...]

August 26, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Ten Easy Steps To Go Green

Ten Easy Steps To Go Green

Ten Easy Steps To Go Green – a guest post by Josh Smith   Being environmentally friendly is something everyone seems to be getting excited about. Saving energy and using “fourgreensteps.com “eco friendly  products not only benefits the planet, it usually helps out your wallet as well. Who couldn’t use some extra cash? Here are [...]

August 23, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Teaching children: Why Save Water? What’s the big deal?

Teaching children: Why Save Water? What’s the big deal?

  Teaching Children About The Importance of Water A Guest post by Rochelle Brandanowitz   While many people in America have access to clean drinking water whenever they want it, such is not the case across the world. According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Why Save Water” page, less than 1 percent of all of [...]

August 22, 2012 | 0 Comments More
5 Fashion Trends for Fall

5 Fashion Trends for Fall

Fall is just around the corner.  As stores are putting out the latest fall fashions, I thought it would be a great time to review the trends from the  2012 Fall fashion shows.   Here are my top five favorites.   1. The peplum dress.  I don’t wear dresses much anymore but this vintage 40′s style [...]

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