Green travel is no longer just a trend it is a way of life for many and becoming more and more important in a world which is being harmed in so many ways by human activity. So to make your travel more planet friendly here are a few green travel tips. Choosing a green destination Some destinations are more environmentally conscious than others. Not only the individual hotels but entire cities or resorts as a whole. A bed and breakfast might be a more sustainable choice than a hotel chain … [Read more...]
30 Ways to Save Money, Conserve Energy, and Stay Warm This Winter
A cold snap set in this week and it has me thinking about staying warm. For some reason I have a greater tolerance for cold than I do heat so it seems more manageable for me to find little ways to whittle our heating bills this time of year. I am sure that many folks are doing the same. We want to pinch pennies and divert them elsewhere. It's also a bonus that saving money on energy usage means we are saving precious resources too. For me this has been a work in process ever since we moved to … [Read more...]
Summer Energy Saving Tips for Kids
Summer is here and kids are out of school. There is no time like the present to get the whole family focused on conserving power and reducing energy costs. Since it is summer you might even make a game of it. Why not? This is when costs for the household can skyrocket, at least in our household. Our water bill goes up mightily and we have hefty A/C bills unless we keep it in check. The kids run out of the house and leave door open (letting hot air inside), they leave the TV on while they play … [Read more...]
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