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What is a Composting Toilet and How Does it Work?

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There are many reasons why people would choose a composting toilet for all their number one and two needs. It may be for their boat or RV, their cabin or tiny house, or even to use as a backup loo

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6 Electricity Apps That Help You Save Money and the Planet

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If you already use LED lightbulbs in your home, own efficient appliances and turn off the lights when you leave the room, you may be wondering – what’s the next energy-saving step? Why not give one of these six electricity

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5 Reasons Why You Need To Buy Bamboo Clothing

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Telling you that you need to buy bamboo clothing may seem a little extreme. Especially for a sustainability blog. But the truth is – us humans need to start doing a lot of things if we’re going to rectify the

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Why We Love Our Wooden Raised Garden Beds | Our House in the Trees | Episode 9

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Looking for inexpensive garden beds ideas? Wooden raised garden beds from old materials are about as budget-friendly as you can get. This summer was our first year using wooden raised garden beds to grown our vegetables and I have to

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How to Get Started with Green Investing

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If you want to help create a more sustainable future, consider green bonds – one of the lowest risk forms of green investment. What is green investing? How do I get started with green investing? Why are green investments something

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10 Helpful Blog Posts about Green Living

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Are you as passionate about helping the environment as I am? I sure hope so! Or maybe you’re just starting out on your journey to full-fledged treehugger. Welcome! I hope I can help. I’ve gathered up ten Of Houses and

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3 Easy Ways to Go Green Today

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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again and again – being green isn’t about being perfect. It’s about trying your best to be a little more earth conscious every single day. Some days you’ll do a great job.

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5 Must-Have Vegan Foods for Beginners

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Curious about vegan food products? Maybe you’re just starting out on your plant-based journey. If so, that’s awesome! You’re about to be wowed and delighted by the plentitude of vegan-friendly foods and recipes available. If you’re already plant-based, perhaps you’re

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5 Tips For Greening Your Next Vacation

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It’s one thing to work towards living a greener, more sustainable day-to-day-life. But keeping it up when you’re travelling – whether for a vacation or a business trip – doesn’t always come naturally. Typically, when we go into holiday-mode we

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The Environmental Impact of Dirty Laundry

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Laundry is just a part of daily life. But if you have a family with young children like I do, it can start feeling like less a part of daily life and more like well… the whole thing. But aside

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