Looking for some simple things to change that allows you to lessen your impact on the environment in a big way? Here’s one that might seem simple and small, but if everyone changed, it could impact the environment from a number of different angles – switch from liquid soap to bar soap. Soap is such […]
LIttle Things to Make A Big Difference – Try Bar Soap
Posted on August 14, 2011 Written by 5 Comments
The Cloth Diapering Accessory Every Parent Should Have
Posted on November 27, 2010 Written by 2 Comments
As we enter this holiday shopping system I have been trying to focus on gifts and purchases that are either consumables or things we really need. Last year I even wrote a Green Gift Guide that focuses on those sorts of items. We’re also traveling a lot and I’m trying to pack lighter. However, I […]
Recycled Toilet Paper
Posted on February 19, 2010 Written by 4 Comments
Toilet paper is one of those things I just can’t see us doing without in today’s world. Unfortunately most toilet paper on the market is made from virgin paper, which means it is straight from trees and does not have recycled content. Fortunately there are a number of good options for recycled toilet paper available in […]
1 Flush, 2 Flush, How to Make a Dual Flush
Posted on January 6, 2010 Written by Leave a Comment
Update 11/118/203 – removed the last of the dual-flush conversion kits when we replaced our toilet with a new 1.28 gpf model from American Standard. UPDATE 3/23/2012 Two years later, 2 of the 3 HydroRight Dual-Flush conversion kits have been removed and replaced by standard flush mechanisms and the third frequently fails to stop running […]
Tip: Save Water, Time and Money: Train Your Hair To Need Less Washing
Posted on November 6, 2009 Written by 6 Comments
About ten years ago I decided that I wanted to grow my hair very long. I searched the web for resources and learned that the best way to have healthy hair is to not wash it every day. There were tips for training your hair to not need washing every day. I followed these […]
Installing a Low Flow Showerhead can save thousands of gallons of water per year
Posted on October 22, 2009 Written by 2 Comments
With a few dollars, a few minutes and pair of pliers you can save thousands of gallons of water and the energy and money to heat it by installing a low flow shower head. Here’s how Time: 5-10 minutes Parts: Low Flow Shower Head Recommended: Niagra Chrome Earth Showerhead 1.5gpm from EFI – $11 Tools […]
