May 11, 2012
I know that we hear about being “Eco-friendly” and “Being Green” all the time. From packaging on products to billboard signs on the highway, the message is all around us. But what does it actually mean? I believe that to be “Eco-friendly” or “green” you need to know what it means in order ...
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February 24, 2012
Global Warming issues are becoming a concern more and more every day. Anyone who has spent their time in Saint Louis this past “winter” would understand the effects of our atmosphere on our planet. Usually Saint Louis snows and ices everyday in January almost all the way through March but this year it has ...
November 28, 2011
As the holiday shopping season swings into full gear, keep the spirit of good-will alive by shopping green. You’ll save money, find unique gifts, and feel good about yourself. You can also avoid crowded shopping malls and fighting people for deals by shopping green. Here are two of my favorite ways to shop green: 1. ...
November 22, 2011
Thanksgiving: Food. Family. Football. What a great holiday. You can make it even greater by adding some eco-friendly steps into your holiday routine. Just by changing a few habits, you can help reduce your carbon footprint. It doesn’t cost more to be eco-friendly either, it actually may save you money. So here are a few ...
August 12, 2011
When I heard about hundreds of jobs opening in Missouri I couldn’t help but be curious as to what the buzz was about. Emerald Automotive has plans to open a Hybrid Van plant in Hazelwood, Missouri. I see this as a good opportunity for several reasons. Hybrid cars are on the rise and are good ...
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July 24, 2011
Re-useable grocery bags are all the rage right now as we are becoming more and more eco-friendly. I have bought a few although I don’t grocery shop often but the other day I stumbled upon a DIY re-useable grocery tote idea using pillow cases. I thought this was a great idea seeing as though we ...
July 20, 2011
One of my favorite parts about summer are the weekly concerts at the Missouri Botanical Garden. As a recent college grad, what appeals to me most about these concerts is one word: FREE (that, and food and drinks are allowed). Now in its 18th year, the Whitaker Music Festival (it’s formal name) offers ten weeks ...
July 15, 2011
A Summer Camp to Teach Green If you are looking for something to keep, the kids busy this summer look no further. The EarthWays of St. Louis Green.com presents Young Green Builders, the opportunity for kids to demonstrates how best to “green” our homes and lifestyles. Campers have the opportunity to create a green ...
July 11, 2011
Become Friends With the Environment Having trouble becoming eco friendly at work? Fret not, the internet has done your job for you. Every office needs the basics; staplers, pencils, paper etc. So if you have to buy it why not buy it green? Everything from recycled push pins to biodegradable and reduced chemical content products ...
June 25, 2011
Remember that old show “Captain Planet”? In this day and age, why hasn’t that been remade yet? I don’t know if I was the only one, but I wanted one of those power rings so bad (except heart. Lamest. Superpower. Ever.) For those of you who don’t know, “Captain Planet” was a show about five ...
