Get plants. Lots of them. Not only will they purify and oxygenate the air you breathe, but they will offer a calm oasis in your home. Plants in unexpected places, such as bathrooms or kitchens, are stylish and functional. Larger scale plants look gorgeous in rooms with high ceilings. Re-use and recycle! Visit local flea

Wash in cold water. It not only uses less energy, it’s not as harsh on your clothing. Prepare your clothes properly for the wash. Buckle buckles and zip zippers to ensure that nothing snags. Hang drying doesn’t need to be just for delicates-save energy and extend the life of all your clothes by line or

Eco-friendly choices are a part of an overall lifestyle. Here are a few handy tips for keeping your garage green and clean! Keep it tidy! Clean out your garage and be sure to safely do away with any hazardous materials. Old paint can be brought to a hardware shop for disposal. Never pour chemicals down

Plant Trees-few people realize just what wonders a few well-placed trees can work! A tree can produce both shade and shelter for your home, reducing both heating and cooling costs (plus, it will add to the value of your home!). Use only Energy Star fluorescent light bulbs; when you are shopping for new appliances, be

Whether you work from home, or just have a desk in the corner, here are a few simple tips to make your home office a greener place. It may even make it a more efficient space, too! Choosing to buy a laptop over a desktop computer saves a lot on your energy bill. They use

Sell or donate unwanted items and furniture before you move. This means you will need fewer boxes, throw out less garbage, and need less gas to move your things. Try to find used boxes or reusable containers to pack your belongings. A great place to look for them is online through sites such as Craigslist,

You can clean practically anything with vinegar! Just add a bit of warm water and scrub away. The vinegar smell dissipates quickly. Clean the microwave by placing a microwaveable bowl filled with water and the juice of a lemon in the microwave oven, bringing it to a boil. The moisture will loosen any bits in

For some of us, recycling is second nature. For others, it’s a new habit. Throwing cardboard boxes in the recycling bin is one option, but here are a few unique ideas for ways you can get better use of recycling in your life! Rinse any glass or plastic items well to prevent a smelly recycling

Turn off lights when leaving a room. It seems obvious, but most of us are still guilty of forgetting from time to time! Unplug your kitchen appliances such as the toaster and coffee maker when you are not using them. Even when sitting idle, plugged in appliances consume small amounts of electricity that can easily

With gas prices still high and the economy slow to recover, tips on how to reduce the amount of gas we need for our vehicles is always helpful. These tips can also help you do your part to make our planet a greener place! Walk and bike whenever possible. Most of us use the car