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Secondhand Fashion: Online Used Clothing Stores Good for the Wallet and Planet

Jan 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Fueled by the pandemic and economic downturn, online resale shops are booming, driven by younger, tech-savvy shoppers and a host of specialized apps and websites.

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Eco-Decor for the Home: How to Buy Sustainable Furnishings

Oct 29, 2021 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

What to look for when shopping non-toxic, eco-friendly home decor items that are built to last and won’t pollute the environment.

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Buy Nothing: Neighborly Groups Share More and Waste Less

Sep 30, 2021 09:30AM

With the aim of reducing waste through local sharing, Buy Nothing provides a Facebook-based platform to freely give, ask, borrow and lend items.

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Less Stuff, More Joy: Ways to Live Simpler and Lighter on Mother Earth

Sep 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

How to turn to simpler, sustainable, conscious ways of living molded by our personal values through minimalist lifestyles.

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Living Lighter Checklist: Some Ways to Up Our Game in Simpler Living

Sep 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Ideas for adopting minimalist simplicity—living with less clutter; ecological simplicity—prioritizing sustainability; and conscious simplicity—driven by personal and spiritual values.

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Shedding Light on Lightbulbs: The Ins and Outs of Our Options

Aug 31, 2021 09:30AM

The pros and cons of incandescent, fluorescent and LED bulbs, with information on costs and proper disposal.

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Healthy Cookware: How to Choose Non-Toxic Pots and Pans

Aug 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By Amy Coyle

From classic pots and pans to the latest modern synthetic materials, here are some basic factors to watch for in choosing environmentally sound and chemical-free cookware.

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Olio App Prevents Food Waste

May 28, 2021 09:30AM

The smartphone app Olio allows people with extra food to post a picture online. Anyone that wants the food can respond and pick it up as a gift.

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Eco-Athletes: Working Out with the Planet in Mind

Mar 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Professional and recreational athletes alike are increasingly working out with the planet in mind. Here are some sustainable ways to put eco-fitness into action.

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Golden Rules: Moms Launch Eco-Friendly Certification

Oct 31, 2019 09:30AM

A nonprofit has launched Moms Across America Gold Standard, a multi-tiered verification program for food, beverages and supplements that creates a simple, trustworthy resource for consumers.

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