What’s Going On

Posted on April 21, 2008 by Allie

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Enviroblog debunks the myth of “clean coal.”

The Daily Green says Canada is banning BPA in baby bottles.

FitBuff included my baking soda post in this week’s blog carnival.

Earth Friendly Gardening has a post of invasive ornamental grasses. Read before you landscape.

The Modern Gal has an Earth Day to do list for you.

The Green Path Company’s advice on weed control came at just the right time for me.

Green Grounded found a great Earth Day cartoon.

The Green Life talks about how to deal with environmentally unfriendly coworkers.

3 Comments +

  1. I took the energy audit and I can’t believe how much stuff I can do to save energy! First step: continue to nag Chris to turn off unnecessary lights in the house.

    April 21st, 2008 at 2:46 pm
    Comment by nancypearlwannabe
  2. Ha! I find the phrase, money doesn’t grow on trees works well. As does, do you think I own the electric company?

    April 21st, 2008 at 3:04 pm
    Comment by Allie
  3. Nagging is a powerful force. Keep it up!

    April 21st, 2008 at 7:44 pm
    Comment by mickey

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Tip of the Day

Bring Your Own Utensils

I carry a titanium backpacking spork around in my purse.  I know that sounds kind of weird, but it saves me from using disposable utensils when I eat out, and it’s so light, I never even notice that I’m carrying it.

Before the Industrail Revolution it was common for guests to be expected to bring their own utensils with them when invited to dine, because utensils were expensive, labor intensive items, and most people didn’t own extra sets.  Now, when it’s possible to buy a set of 1,000 plastic utensils for under $20, people don’t even think about bringing their own.

But think of the plastic waste that can be saved by slipping a fork from home in your purse on the way out the door.  You don’t need anything fancy.  Grab one from your kitchen drawer, or if you’re worried about loosing a piece of a set, pick up a few spare utensils the next time you hit a discount store, thrift shop, or yard sale.  It’s simple a simple way to cut down waste, and it’s always nicer to eat with real utensils anyway.

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