inhabitots.com - 1/6/2009
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One of the most common complaints in the venture to go 'green,' is that it's "too expensive." Undoubtedly, the majority of eco-friendly designs and products on the market have higher price points than their status quo counterparts. But, inventiveness, a return to some old-fashioned ideals, and ...
planetgreen.discovery.com - 1/8/2009
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planetgreen.discovery.com —
There's no reason you can't turn your passions
for technology and green living into some cash. With...
a recession on, everyone's thinking of clever ways to earn some extra income. Do you have some gadgety know-how and a drive for being resourceful? We ...
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Five Ways to Make Money with Green Technology
garmin.com - 1/11/2009
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garmin.com —
Save Gas and Money Now more than ever,
we re all looking for ways to conserve both...
money and fuel. Whether we re taking fewer trips or carpooling with family and friends, saving resources is a top priority. It was that thinking that led to the ...
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10 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY BY GOING GREEN
INHABITAT —
... Most people want to ‘go green’ and do the right thing - however there is a persisting stereotype out there that ‘going green’ costs more money. Contrary to popular belief, living a sustainable lifestyle DOESN’T need to involve spending lots of green, if you are smart about what you do. To prove it, we’ve rounded up a great list of ten ways that going green can actually save you money… ...
Family 'Greening' Just Got Easier
Green Daily —
... to 'Go Green!' without breaking the piggy bank and half of them really grabbed my attention. Between 'Buying in Bulk' and 'Planting a Vegetable Garden' your grocery bill and consumption habits should be a little more earth-friendly. Then 'Make Your Own Art Supplies' like glue and finger paint from household items. I saved the best for last...'Organize a Toy Exchange' and a 'Magazine Coop' both of which bring new entertainment without the extra waste and cost. Brilliant! Check out their five other suggestions and kick off 2009 with an eco- and cheapo-bang! ...
Go Green and Save Some Money
Got2BeGreen —
... you’ve kicked the bottled water habit, but it’s worth mentioning here that if you haven’t, you should turn to the tap or filtered water system ASAP! You’ll save a boatload of money and you’ll keep disposable bottles out of landfills.
10. BUY IN BULK
More is less. Buy in bulk. You’ll save money, and you’ll cut down on pesky packaging of smaller containers and individually wrapped products.
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Foster + Partners Green Building in Buenos Aires: The Aleph —
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