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It's DID YOU KNOW DAY...

Today we talk about food storage. Our daily activity has a huge impact on our environment. By utilizing plastic-free food storage containers, you can make a significant difference in waste. Examples of eco-friendly food storages are silicone sandwich bags and beeswax wraps can replace the need for single-use plastic wrap, which is very difficult to recycle and is made of harmful chemicals.

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It's DID YOU KNOW DAY... This week we're talking about take out. Everyone has ordered take-away meals at some point in their life, however a lot of us don't think about the impact it has on environment. Plastic and styrofoam take-away containers dominate ocean plastic waste. Unfortunately, waste is almost unavoidable when ordering take-aways, so it is almost always better to dine in. Consider eating in more often and if you absolutely have to order out, be sure to support the restaurants that utilize sustainable packaging. #dinein #sustainable #noplastic #savetheoceans #cookmore

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... We are encouraging everyone to visit local farmer’s markets, because locally sourced produce travels about 27 times less distance than conventionally sourced produce. By reducing the need to transport and store food, your plate will have a smaller carbon footprint. Local often means organic food cultivated in season rather than industrial-scale agriculture. This practice can not only help save the planet, but help you increase your intake of natural healthy foods. #healthy food #healthy habits #sustainable #sustainable farming #ecofriendly #farmers markets #carbon footprint

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Switching to Solar is EASIER than you think. It all starts with just your electric bill. Start today and learn just how easy it is to SWITCH to SOLAR TODAY! START NOW

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Today we talk about how your eating habits can have an affect on the environment. You may consider going meat-free. Studies show that a plant-based diet can reduce food’s carbon footprint by 73%. Adopting a vegan and cruelty-freelifestyle (or even just reducing your meat consumption) reduces energy consumption, supports clean waterways, and reduces the pressure on overfished oceans.

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day.... Insulate your home properly. A properly insulated house will help your home stay cool in summer and warm in winter, meaning you won’t have to crank up the heating or air conditioning unit. This doesn’t have to involve a big remodel. Something as simple as adding thermal curtains or draft-stopper to your doors can make a big difference. #insulation #sustainable #weather #homeimprovement

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It’s DID YOU KNOW Day…

This week we talk about domestic gardening. Even if you live in a small space you can start a small garden. Perhaps a small herb plant, which can be obtained from a health food market, your local farmer’s market and even the home improvement garden section can be good start. These locations can be a great resource to learn and identify the best herbs and plants to grow at home.

Houseplants not only consume CO2, but can help purify the air by removing harmful chemicals for a healthier, more sustainable home. No matter the space, you can create a healthy environment in your home.

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... Today we talk about laundry and sun power. Have you considered air drying your clothes? Most parts of the world do this as a normal laundry ritual. Not only is hang-drying environmentally friendly, but it will also save you 24 and 72 cents per hour you would otherwise use the dryer, depending on the model. Remember, you can air dry your clothes indoors too if an outside line is not available to you. Happy laundry day and let's keep being green. The earth and the younger generation behind you will thank you for it. #laundrytips #airdry #sunpower #sustainability #earth #ecofriendly

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... Today we talk about rain water and how you can harness its purity and value. Have you ever thought about setting up a water catchment system? A rain barrel can collect rainwater, which can be used to water plants or wash your car and even give your home a back-up water system. Think of the possibilities this can bring you and planet with saving energy and conserving resources now and for the future. #rainwater #raincollection #waterconservation #water #rain #sustainability

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... Sustainability is possible on many levels. Today we share how your furniture choices can impact the earth and your community. By shopping second hand for furniture (or recycled options like recycled outdoor plastic furniture), you not only save space in the landfill, but you can also curate a more unique, sustainable interior design. Upcycle designs are all the rave now, so get into the groove and make something beautiful with that old chair, sofa or table. Happy shopping! furniture, upcycle furniture, reuse furniture, reduce waste, sustainable design, renovate, recycle furniture

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... Today we talk about trash and how to best dispose of it. It's best to use recycled garbage bags or biodegradable trash bags . If you get paper bags from the store when you purchase something, consider turning into a trash bag, it's a great way to use reduce waste and save money. While still imperfect, they’re better than virgin plastic bags that take 1,000 years to degrade in a landfill. Small things make big impact. Rethink your trash routine and make life better generations of people and animals to come. #sustainable #recycle #reuse

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... More sustainable home living means making sure our cleaners are clean in every way. By using eco-friendly cleaning products. throughout the home can reduce toxins in your home and community. Most popular surface disinfectants use toxic chemicals that are slow to biodegrade, threaten wildlife, and are toxic to you and your family. Consider reading the labels on your next purchase or even get creative and make your own natural products. There's many options available to you for changing to or maintaining a sustainable lifestyle. Keep fresh, clean and simple. Your family, neighbors and the earth thank you for it! #naturalcleaning #ecofriendlycleaning #sustainable #sustainablelifestyle

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... Studies show that 35% of residential energy used is wasted. You can reduce “phantom drain” energy consumption and save energy by turning off lights and unplugging appliances (even eco-friendly chargers) when not in use. Of all easy sustainability tips at home, this one has perhaps the biggest potential to reduce your carbon footprint #saveenergy #reducecarbonfootprint #homeenergytips #hometips

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... Everyone wants to save money and one way to do that is - Save Energy! With energy efficient lighting you can make big impact on the environment and your budget. Compact fluorescent bulbs use around 20% of the energy to produce the same amount of light as an incandescent bulb and can last up to 10 times as long. What an easy way to fulfill one of the most impactful sustainable tips for your home.

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It's DID YOU KNOW Day... Today we talk about how medication can cause pollution in our drinking water system. Don’t flush medicine. Our water systems weren’t designed to remove medicine from our drinking water. Don’t throw medicine (prescription or nonprescription) in the trash either. “Garbage juice” from landfills contains medicines. This toxic brew is transported to water treatment plants where it encounters the same challenges to our water supply. Bring unused meds to your local drop-off facility or to a participating pharmacy so they are disposed of properly. Resource: Neighborhood Greening.org