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Green Savvy - The environment, energy efficiency, solar power, & green living » Green Tips http://green.savvy-cafe.com The environment, energy efficiency, solar power, & green living Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:28:43 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 Green cleaning tips that save you money http://green.savvy-cafe.com/green-cleaning-tips-that-save-you-money-2009-10-01/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/green-cleaning-tips-that-save-you-money-2009-10-01/#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:38:32 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/?p=485

(ARA) – Ready to pack away your beach chair for a cozy nook next to the fireplace? Use autumn’s brisk and breezy days to conquer deep-cleaning chores for a clean and comfortable winter home. “Mr. Fix It” Lou Manfredini, national home improvement expert and host of the nationally syndicated television and radio show “HouseSmarts,” knows that [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – If the current economy has you thinking you don’t have the time or money to reduce your impact on the environment, think again — you might be surprised to know that living a greener lifestyle can actually put money back in your pocket. It’s a matter of figuring out what works best for [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – In the early days of the “green” movement, some practical-minded Americans may have considered an eco-friendly lifestyle a costly luxury they couldn’t afford. Now, however, people are increasingly viewing green habits as cost-cutting measures they can’t afford to pass over. Small, simple steps can green your lifestyle and save you some money at the [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – Laundry can take its toll — on your wallet and on the environment. In fact, the average American family does almost seven loads of laundry per week! All that water, detergent, and electricity or gas adds up to a lot of excess, but adding a few simple steps to your laundry routine can [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – With tightened budgets, you may be surprised to learn that going green at home is not only good for the planet but also good for your pocket book. “People are re-evaluating everything they do, from driving cars to how they eat,” says Lisa Tiedt, MSN.com green expert. “With a few simple home improvements, it’s [...] Related posts:

]]> http://green.savvy-cafe.com/five-ways-to-make-your-home-and-wallet-greener-2009-04-22/feed/ 0 Fertilizer Can Be Green http://green.savvy-cafe.com/fertilizer-can-be-green-2008-08-05/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/fertilizer-can-be-green-2008-08-05/#comments Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:03:27 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/fertilizer-can-be-green-2008-08-05/

The impact phosphorus – a common component of lawn fertilizer – has on the environment is drawing a lot of attention as summer approaches. Phosphorus from fertilizer can leach into lakes and streams, contributing to excessive algae and water plant growth that harms fish and impedes recreational use of these waters. Urban areas have many sources [...] Related posts:

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With almost universal agreement by the world’s scientific community that human activity is accelerating global warming, it’s not just the environmentalists that are advocating change. The concept of “going green” is an increasingly popular lifestyle trend among today’s concerned consumers. According to the Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability Organization, consumers spend $6.5 billion on “sustainable economy” [...] Related posts:

]]> http://green.savvy-cafe.com/tips-to-transform-your-home-into-an-eco-friendly-haven-2008-02-05/feed/ 1 Resolve to be “Green” in the New Year http://green.savvy-cafe.com/resolve-to-be-%e2%80%9cgreen%e2%80%9d-in-the-new-year-2008-01-02/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/resolve-to-be-%e2%80%9cgreen%e2%80%9d-in-the-new-year-2008-01-02/#comments Wed, 02 Jan 2008 23:19:30 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/resolve-to-be-%e2%80%9cgreen%e2%80%9d-in-the-new-year-2008-01-02/

Eco-Friendly Tips to Save You Some Green and Also Help the Environment (ARA) – New Year’s is a time to make a fresh start for the year ahead. Not sure what your resolution will be? Why not resolve to be more “green” in the New Year?With the trend focusing on being more eco-friendly, these tips will [...] Related posts:

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