Green Savvy - The environment, energy efficiency, solar power, & green living

Green Savvy - The environment, energy efficiency, solar power, & green living 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 5 ideas for an elegant and eco-friendly bath http://green.savvy-cafe.com/5-ideas-for-an-elegant-and-eco-friendly-bath-2009-10-29/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/5-ideas-for-an-elegant-and-eco-friendly-bath-2009-10-29/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:28:43 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/?p=488

Simply stylish (and sustainable) upgrades for your space (ARA) – There are many ways to “go green” nowadays; it can often be difficult to decide which sustainable elements to incorporate into your own home. Instead of being overwhelmed by all of the options and trying to be the greenest house on the street, follow these suggestions [...] Related posts:

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(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:

]]> http://green.savvy-cafe.com/green-cleaning-tips-that-save-you-money-2009-10-01/feed/ 0 Pack a ‘greener’ brown bag lunch http://green.savvy-cafe.com/pack-a-greener-brown-bag-lunch-2009-09-12/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/pack-a-greener-brown-bag-lunch-2009-09-12/#comments Sat, 12 Sep 2009 23:19:33 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/?p=482

(ARA) – Being eco-friendly isn’t just limited to the car you drive or the appliances you buy, and it doesn’t have to mean sacrificing convenience, quality or budget. In fact, it’s time to stop feeling guilty about not being able to do it all and make a few small changes to help the environment. One easy [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – Outdoor fun in the form of football games, festivals, concerts, and running events is a great way to enjoy the fall. However, these activities can also generate a substantial amount of trash. Bottles, cans and other materials from public events are often thrown away, but they present a great opportunity to help the [...] Related posts:

]]> http://green.savvy-cafe.com/enjoying-outdoor-fun-this-fall-dont-forget-to-make-recycling-part-of-your-day-2009-08-27/feed/ 0 Fast, Easy Green Tips for Everyday Life on a Budget http://green.savvy-cafe.com/fast-easy-green-tips-for-everyday-life-on-a-budget-2009-08-21/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/fast-easy-green-tips-for-everyday-life-on-a-budget-2009-08-21/#comments Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:16:24 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/?p=475

(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) – Kids are increasingly aware of the issues impacting their environment, and are even more engaged and excited about making their world a greener place. Parents can involve their children in “going green” with a few simple steps, and show them how they, too, can make a big contribution to Mother Earth. Families can celebrate [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – Green-minded homeowners can continue to turn to the sky for help in coping with rising energy costs for years to come thanks to an extension of the solar tax credit program by Congress. The legislation extends the benefits for residential systems under the old law for eight years. This will enable consumers to recoup [...] Related posts:

]]> http://green.savvy-cafe.com/go-green-and-save-money-using-the-suns-energy-2009-08-13/feed/ 0 Flip Burgers with Mother Nature — Grill Green This Summer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/flip-burgers-with-mother-nature-grill-green-this-summer-2009-07-22/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/flip-burgers-with-mother-nature-grill-green-this-summer-2009-07-22/#comments Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:02:54 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/?p=462

Going Green at the Grill Is Easy, Tastes Great and Helps Saves the Planet One Bite at a Time (ARA) – Each spring, millions of grilling enthusiasts dust off the grill in anticipation of another fun-filled summer of backyard barbecues. But at what cost to the environment? According to Sierra magazine, the estimated 60 million barbecues [...] Related posts:

]]> http://green.savvy-cafe.com/flip-burgers-with-mother-nature-grill-green-this-summer-2009-07-22/feed/ 0 What Shade of Green Are You? http://green.savvy-cafe.com/what-shade-of-green-are-you-2009-07-11/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/what-shade-of-green-are-you-2009-07-11/#comments Sat, 11 Jul 2009 14:00:03 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/?p=459

New Research Indicates Consumers’ Level of Interest in Green Products (ARA) – If you thought green was a trend primarily embraced by Gen X and Yers, think again. Information gathered by Moen Incorporated, the No. 1 faucet brand in North America, and Iconoculture, a leading cultural trend research firm, indicates that key values and financial status, rather [...] Related posts:

]]> http://green.savvy-cafe.com/what-shade-of-green-are-you-2009-07-11/feed/ 0 Simple Ways to Be Green and Save Green When You Shop http://green.savvy-cafe.com/simple-ways-to-be-green-and-save-green-when-you-shop-2009-07-02/ http://green.savvy-cafe.com/simple-ways-to-be-green-and-save-green-when-you-shop-2009-07-02/#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:40:11 +0000 Jennifer http://green.savvy-cafe.com/?p=454

(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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