The size of each American’s carbon footprint varies tremendously, say between a millionaire and a monk. Perhaps you think you do what you can to minimize your impact. You may be surprised that an MIT study showed that even the low energy users in the U.S. on average produce twice the global average carbon emissions. Perhaps…
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When most people think about air pollution, they think of factories that belch thick black smoke into the air and people having to wear masks whenever they want to go outside. It’s rare that people consider the possible air pollution taking place inside their homes. The truth, though, is that we’re often exposed to toxic…
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Do you know what your credit score is? If you plan to buy a home in the near future, you’ll want to find out right away. If your score isn’t high enough, you’ll need to increase it or you might not even be eligible to get a mortgage. The average credit score for people in…
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Currently, less than 1 percent of American households own an electric car. But over 42 percent of households currently have the possibility to own and use an electric car. So why don’t more people own them? The economic and environmental benefits are obvious! It has to do with a lack of information, so if you…
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Building your house can be the single most expensive thing you’ll do in your life. If you want to build your house on a budget, you will still want to make it durable and livable. Thankfully, you don’t have to sacrifice functionality or eco-friendliness to save money. You just have to plan it out with…
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A car’s impact on the environment doesn’t start when it goes on the road and it doesn’t end when it breaks down, either. It starts during the manufacturing process. During its lifetime, it generates as much as 28% of its carbon dioxide emissions. When it has lived its lifespan, its parts will continue to affect…
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These days, it seems like solar panels are cropping up in more and more places. Homes and businesses are setting them up, and odds are you know someone who has solar panels on their roof. They’re a great source of renewable energy, and advances in technology have made them more accessible than ever. If you’re…
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Heating your home costs more money and uses more energy than any other system. Staying warm costs you about 42 percent of your utility bills, and could be costing you even more if you have an old furnace. Do you have an old furnace in your house? If it is showing these warning signs, it needs…
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Your yard looks alright, but it’s missing something. Right now, it’s just average. You want it to be spectacular. You’ve come to the right place. Below, we’re going to provide you with nine tips for yard maintenance. Once you’re through with these, you’ll have the best-looking yard on the block! 1. Update Your Mailbox You…
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It’s every business owner’s worst nightmare: an overflowing drain that floods carpeting, furniture, and other fixtures with dirty wastewater. Not only are you wasting water, but your next high water bill will be paired with costly plumbing repairs and water restoration! When you take the time to prevent clogs and leaks in advance, you save…
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Having chickens can be an excellent and productive relationship, but do you know how to clean a chicken coop properly? Depending on how your enclosure is designed (check out these awesome layouts at Organicchickenfeed.com), it can be daunting trying to figure out how to clean each of the living areas in the coop. If you…
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The pandemic has come with a lot more repercussions than meets the eye. For example, vehicle break-ins have spiked all across the country these past few months. Being the victim of a car break-in can be scary, as well as a big inconvenience to your daily plans. However, there are specific steps you can take…
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An eco-friendly makeover for your home is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint—but make sure your approach is a true “green” approach! Your heart and intentions can be in the right place, but it’s easy to make some common mistakes when trying to choose eco-friendly renovations for your home. In some cases, the…
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Did you know that a whopping 91% of plastic isn’t recycled? This shocking statistic shines a spotlight on the plastic war that the world is currently fighting. Have you joined the battle against plastic? To start, you MUST recycle! If your family doesn’t think twice about throwing away soda bottles, food waste, wrappers, and jars…
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How environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
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All around us, climate change is having a marked effect on the planet. Scientists recently announced that the oceans are hotter than ever before, while wildfires like those in Australia are expected to become commonplace. Everyone needs to make a difference. There are 100 companies that contribute 71 percent of the world’s emissions. While these…
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Do you often go to sustainable restaurants? Perhaps you don’t even realize it when you do. These restaurants are like any others in most ways, except that they go to great lengths to preserve the natural environment while conducting their business. “Sustainability focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of…
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