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Green Lunchbox and Snack Ideas
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Last week on the Eco-Centric blog, we doled out a few of our favorite tips for sending your kids back to school sustainably, setting them up for their greenest year yet. One of our suggestions was to pack their lunch in a reusable bag, utilizing reusable sandwich bags, jars and containers for their meal. To…
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Eco-Friendly Back to School
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Summer is drawing to a close and itโs about that timeโฆto head back to school! Whether youโre bummed out about the end of summer, or thrilled that your kids will be out of your hair – er, embarking on their next academic journey – make sure youโre sending them back to the classroom with plenty…
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Get Your Grill On – Grilling the Eco-Friendly Way
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Only a few precious weeks left of summer. Cherish these last, lazy, sun-filled days by inviting friends and family for a fun, outdoor BBQ. By skipping yet another meal cooked in the oven or on the stove, youโll trim some fat off your electric bill and with our tips below, youโll also shrink your carbon…
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Ways to Beat the Heat and Conserve Energy this Summer?
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Feeling sticky? Itโs the dead of summer and itโs HOT HOT HOT out there. When the mercury seems to be climbing out of the thermometer, you basically have two choices: crank the air conditioner (and deal with your energy bill later) or find alternative ways to cool down without expanding your carbon footprint. To give…
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Fun Summer Activities to Keep Kids Learning
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When the last day of school arrives, itโs safe to say both kids and parents breathe a sigh of relief. For a few months, thereโs a break from early wake-up calls, struggling through carpool and staying up late to finish homework and projects.ย Everyone enjoys a little more time to relax and a much-deserved respite…
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Product Profile: Festive Bundle from terrapass
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Itโs a fact.ย Most gift giving occurs in the month of December. That said, plenty of gifts exchange hands throughout the year. From birthdays and weddings to those โjust becauseโ goodies and hostess gifts, thereโs often a reason to give. The next time youโre searching for a gift (think wedding, anniversary, birthday, dinner party, and…
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Easy Ways to Tackle Your To-Do List
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If your to-do list is growing like a weed, here are seven ways to trim it down to something more manageable before the fall leaves turn. 1) Prioritize: If youโre looking at a to-do list thatโs miles long, pick three things that must get done immediately and prioritize those items. Think WIN – Whatโs Important…
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Product Profile: EcoTourist Bundle from terrapass
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Itโs officially summer and thereโs nothing like hitting the open road or hopping a flight in search of unforgettable experiences. Traveling is one of lifeโs greatest rewards, but itโs generally recognized as one of the worst things for the environment. Between transportation, hotel stays, meals eaten out and souvenirs purchased, your carbon footprint expands tremendously…
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Lower Your Energy Bills With Landscaping
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Turn off the lights when you leave the room! Itโs a mantra weโve heard all our lives. From installing programmable thermostats and taking shorter showers, to using high efficiency light bulbs and appliances, there are many actions we can take inside our homes that will decrease home energy use. But there are some fantastic ways…
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Eco Friendly Father’s Day Ideas
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From their sage advice and caring hugs to their ability to fix just about anything (broken windows and broken hearts, equally), weโre supremely grateful to our fathers, grandfathers, uncles and the other special men in our lives. This Fatherโs Day, show your appreciation, while also keeping Mother Nature in mind. Below are a few of…
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