Product of the Week

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reduce the effects of the Gulf Coast oil spill. 

Stages suggest eco-friendly changes, because we can do something!

 
 
 
Take bags while shopping.

Be a trend setter, start by finding canvas totes acquired from magazine subscriptions, events and cast-offs from family members. They are great grocery bags holding twice as much stuff and they rest comfortably on the shoulder. Expect curious reactions from store employees, but in time, everyone will get used to it. See more...

Insulate pipes.

Insulating your hot water pipes reduces heat loss thereby raising water temperature 2ºF–4ºF hotter. This allows for a lower water temperature setting which lower your energy costs and reduces pollution. See more...

Take a green vacation.

Everyone deserves a break from worrying about the planet. With newer, more energy-efficient planes try Continental if you plan to fly. A web site, ecobookers.com, is a helpful way to plan an earth friendly vacation anywhere in the world. If renting a vehicle, ask for a hybrid or smart car. See more...