Green Living Pieces
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| Created | Updated | Title | Green Business Network Recommendations | By | Short Description | Subtitle | Relevant Lens | |||
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| 2020-01-27 | 
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Buy Green, Not That: Clothing Edition |
We put together similar looks from conventional clothing brands and from environmentally and socially responsible companies found in our Green Business Network, proving you don’t have to compromise ethics for style when shopping. H&M Cardigan Draped Cardigan H&M Ribbed Cardigan, Black Although the cardigan might be a great… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Green America | We put together similar looks from conventional clothing brands and from environmentally and socially responsible companies, proving you don’t have to compromise ethics for style when shopping. | Green Living | |||
| 2020-01-27 | 
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How and What to Compost |
Perhaps one of the biggest reasons why many people don’t start composting is that they actually don’t know how to start. It’s hard to tell which of the many available compost bins is best for your household. Here’s a rundown on the different types, so you can begin composting today. How to Compost Composting means managing the decomposition of… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Anna Meyer | Make your waste into a great fertilizer. Here are some tips. | Food, Green Living | |||
| 2020-01-23 | 
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Green Interior Design Tips |
Winter brings short days and cooler temperatures, and if you’re like this writer, you’re finding yourself spending more time indoors. Are you looking around at your living room or bedroom and wishing for a change? Your home is where you socialize, relax, cook, raise your children, and sometimes work—so you want it to be inviting and nurturing. If… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist | Find sustainable ways to redo your space with low- or no-VOC paints, green flooring, recovered furniture, Fair Trade housewares, and more. | Green Living | |||
| 2020-01-23 | 
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The Case for Organic Cotton |
Gary Oldham’s family had been farming cotton in Texas for over 100 years, and in 1992, his farms were officially certified organic. At the time, the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) had just launched their organic certification program, and few people had even heard of organic cotton. “I didn’t want to farm with chemicals because it was too… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Aditi Fruitwala | Green Living | ||||
| 2020-01-23 | 
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Used Books: Share the Wealth |
Buying books, new or used, can be hard to resist. When a favorite author has a new book out, the temptation to purchase it at the store on the day of its release instead of putting yourself on a waiting list at the local library can be fierce. Then there’s that seductive box of dusty paper-backs going for ten cents apiece at a neighborhood garage… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Tracy Fernandez Rysavy | Spread learning by using these alternatives to trashing old books | If you want to maximize the usefulness of your favorite books, consider a donation, a swap, or just set them free. | Green Living | ||
| 2020-01-22 | 
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Caring for Children and Elders, Cooperatively |
For Susan Gunn, it all started with a haircut. New to her home in Washington, DC, with a young daughter, a working husband, and no extended family nearby, Gunn found scheduling her much-needed trim to be a logistical nightmare. “I just couldn’t find the time to get away go to the salon,” recalls Gunn. “We were young and on a budget, and hiring a… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
greenamerica | An ingenious way to join as a community. | Green Living | |||
| 2020-01-22 | 
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Tips for Yard Sale Success |
Running out of room to store things you don't really need anyway? Sell it off at a blow-out yard sale. Summer is here, which probably means that the piles of clutter you discovered during spring cleaning are still, well, cluttering. Before you give in to the temptation to haul it all out to the dumpster behind your house, consider giving it a… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
greenamerica | Market your yard sale, grab friends and family, and more! | Green Living | |||
| 2020-01-13 | 
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Organic Beer and Wine |
Historian Gregg Smith writes that fermented beverages have been nourishing body and enlivening spirit since the very dawn of civilization, dating at least as far back as when the ancient Mesopotamians began storing away “liquid bread” for later use. If you already consume alcoholic drinks, consider buying organic beer or wine for your social… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
greenamerica | Food, Green Living | ||||
| 2019-06-25 | 
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Go Green on the Cheap |
Green America staff members share some of their favorite strategies for going green on the cheap. “I’m a huge fan of Dr. Bronner’s liquid Pure Castile Soap! It’s a multi-purpose product. I use it in the shower, and, combined with water, in foaming hand soap dispensers around the house. Plus, there’s a page on the company’s website that lists… | DR. BRONNER’S MAGIC SOAPS | Green America | Green America staff members share some of their favorite strategies for going green on the cheap. | Green Living | |||
| 2019-04-30 | 
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Build Your Own Rain Barrel |
When Bob Hamler decided to install a rain barrel in his backyard, he didn’t expect to start a neighborhood trend. Bob’s wife Maxine, who loves tending to their backyard garden, recommended that they get a rain barrel to collect water to use in the garden. “It made so much sense!” says Maxine, “I knew it was a great way to cut our water bills and… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist | Grow your garden without growing your water bills. | Conserve water, save money, and protect your local watershed. | Green Living | ||
| 2018-10-22 | 
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25 Ways To Get and Give What You Need Without Money |
Nourishment 1. Hold a home-baked bread or dessert swap with friends and neighbors. 2. Grow your own fruits and vegetables to give away. 3. Share seeds, plants, and clippings from your garden. 4. Buy food or supplies in bulk and share with friends. 5. Start a dinner co-op. 6. Arrange a cooking day among friends where you… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Green America | If you'd like to spend less, reduce your ecological footprint, and build connections with others in your community, then check out these great ideas for bartering or sharing to get what you need. | Green Living | |||
| 2018-09-24 | 
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5 Steps to a Sustainable Yard and Garden |
1. Lay off the fertilizer. A 2015 study by the Appalachian State University in North Carolina found that highly manicured lawns actually give off nitrous oxide, a greenhouse gas that’s 300 times more potent than carbon dioxide. Why? Owners are more likely to dump lots of nitrogen-based fertilizer in concentrated patches, and that fertilizer… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Green America | Save money and eat healthier by growing your own food. Keep the Earth and your family healthy by growing it—and your yard—organically. | Green Living | |||
| 2018-07-31 | 
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How to Find Eco-Friendly Furniture |
90 percent. According to the EPA, that’s the amount of time the average American spends indoors. Here are some tips to seeking out furniture that is eco-friendly and can help ensure time spent in your home is toxin- and waste-free. 1. Just say “no” to .... Flame Retardants: Though chemical flame retardants are no longer required… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Green America | The furniture you choose can make your home or office a healthy space for both you and the environment. | Green Living | |||
| 2018-03-08 | 
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Life Cycle Assessment on National Geographic Magazine's Paper |
The National Geographic Society began using recycled paper in their publications, thanks to a collaboration with Green America’s Better Paper Project and the Natural Resources Defense Council. In 2013, Green America and NRDC joined with National Geographic on the most rigorous study to date of the benefits of using recycled fiber versus virgin… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Green America | Climate | ||||
| 2017-09-29 | 
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Dress with Good in Mind at Green Corporations |
Back to the Vote With Your Dollar Toolkit 1. GOOD: Green Clothing Corporations While many national clothing corporations are behind some of the greatest sins against workers and the environment, a handful of smaller retailers with a national presence are leading the way toward a better way of doing global business. While they aren’t… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Green America | Give these selected brands a chance to provide you with sustainable clothing. | Green Living | |||
| 2017-09-28 | 
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Green Your Office In Ten Easy Steps |
At Green America we are committed to making sure that we "walk the talk" by making our office a green and healthy place. And every year, we commit to taking one new step. Here are some ideas to help you get started on your own office greening. 1. Make your office 'Climate Cool' through Green America’s partnership with NativeEnergy… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Green America | Has your office decided to go green? Now is the time to take the lead by making your work space environmentally sustainable with a few doable steps. | Green Living | |||
| 2017-06-27 | 
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Neighborhood Home Repair Teams |
When Maria Garcia-Gutierrez purchased her first home in the Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL, she knew she had her work cut out for her. The house was a 1925 Craftsman bungalow with a rotting porch, hardwood floors that had seen better days, and other neglected spots in need of repair. The then-single graphic designer didn’t have a lot… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Tracy Fernandez Rysavy | Save money and build community in more ways than you think. | Build community with your neighbors. Trade home improvement expertise with others while saving money and resources. | Green Living | ||
| 2017-06-22 | 
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Herbs for the Health of It |
Most of us have been using immunity boosting medicinal herbs all of our lives without even realizing it. Just take a quick peek inside your cupboard or refrigerator, and you’re likely to find spice jars filled with garlic, curry, cloves, cardamom, cayenne, and turmeric. Certainly your crisper, at one time or another, contained fresh foods such as… | Dharma Merchant Services ----- First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC ----- Grounds for Change ----- Mountain Rose Herbs ----- SELF-HELP CREDIT UNION ----- Traditional Medicinals ----- Domini Social Investments LLC ----- Better World Club - Travel and Roadside Assistance |
Check out these tips for proper herbal remedy use and give your garden another purpose. | Food, Green Living |
