 | From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor With all the attention on green living, it's hard to know what kinds of changes can really make a difference in the size of our footprint or help us reduce the amount of waste we produce. But our Guides are here to help with some easy and fun ways to create a greener, cleaner world. | |
Start Composting
I think I've said it before here, but composting is actually a lot of fun. And something the entire family can do - together. Because what kid doesn't like to play in the dirt? Especially if it involves building stuff, watching garbage decompose and worms - don't forget the worms.
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Go Guerrilla Garage Sale Shopping
I have a friend who we call the queen of the mean-deal. She can spot an amazing garage sale item from the driver's seat of a car. She can also haggle with the best of them. But she claims it's really all about reusing and recycling and if it happen to save her money, well, that's a bonus.
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Just One Veggie Meal a Week
I confess. I'm a vegetarian. I'm the only member of my family who is and it can make mealtimes a little harder to negotiate. So I was really happy to read this article that suggests we can help save the planet (and your wallet) by going veggie once a week.
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Get Your Garage Ready for an Electric Car
I can't wait for the day I can plug in my car like I do my flatiron, no longer needing to wait in line at a gas pump. And it's coming. Soon. Find out how to get your house ready for the next wave of green commuting.
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