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Dreaming Of A Green Christmas

During the holidays, the to-do lists seem endless and last-minute shopping binges inevitably occur. With an estimated 25 percent increase in waste generated between Thanksgiving and New Year’s,...

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Green Ways Of Getting Around In Charlotte

As Charlotte has evolved into an urban center, city dwellers have access to reliable, environmentally friendly alternative transportation options. As much of Charlotte is an extension of a suburb, bus...

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Greenest Neighborhoods In Charlotte

Communities groups and neighborhoods are now embracing sustainable development to increase quality of life and minimize communal ecological footprints for Charlotte burrows. Check out the greenest...

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Local Markets To Buy Organic Food In Charlotte

Charlotte’s consumers are becoming more aware of what they eat and want more organic and local nutritious options. While Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and even Wal-Mart offer organic products for Charlotte...

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Detoxify Your Bathroom Products

How safe are the products we use each day and are there safer alternatives? Just focusing on the beginning of the day, how many products do we use and what are the chemicals in these items? We get up...

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Tips For A Zero Waste Household

One of the biggest ways to live sustainably is to follow the urban metabolism method. It is basically mimicking an ecosystem where everything is utilized so there is no waste, i.e. the circle of life....

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Green Experts To Follow On Twitter Now

Almost everyone uses social media these days. It’s a great way to stay connected, learn what people are doing and feel involved in each other’s lives. It can also be used as a tool to keep ourselves up...

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Five Eco-Friendly Vacations In The US

The last thing we want to be thinking about on vacation is whether or not we’re harming the earth. Luckily, there are a few getaway destinations that alleviate this concern by providing eco-friendly...

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Green Reads: Five Books For The Sustainable Minded

What is better than curling up on the couch with a blanket and getting lost in a good book? Here are few books that are good reads with a good purpose. They provide information about how you can live...

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Greenest Companies To Work For In Charlotte

In the Charlotte area, many companies are now incorporating sustainability into their work culture and company practices. The following companies embrace the best green business mentalities in terms of...

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Green Landscaping In Charlotte

Charlotte gardeners should consider adopting sustainable purchasing behaviors and landscape installments for their Queen City gardens. Climatic Parameters To understand how to buy the most ecologically...

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Recycling Programs In Charlotte

Interested in recycling in the Charlotte area? Learn about public and private recycling programs as well as community initiatives for recycling education and involvement. Recycling programs reduce...

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Save Water And Energy: Better Ways To Do Laundry

There are simple practices you can adopt to minimize your use of water and energy while still getting your clothes clean. Water is a precious resource and we should not waste it. Follow these tips to...

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Top Eco-Friendly Architects In The US

Building sustainable cities is very popular these days and many people are jumping on the bandwagon of making their homes or company buildings more eco-friendly. Here are a few architects from around...

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All-Natural Foods That Kids Will Love

We do not have to feed our kids processed sugar to keep them happy. There are plenty of foods out there that are tasty, healthy and all natural. Here are some food ideas to help keep your child...

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Tips To Conserve Water Use In The Home

Water is a necessity for all living things and it is considered to be a renewable resource because it can be reused and we acquire more of it when it rains. As the human population continues to grow,...

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What’s Best For The Environment: Do This, Not That

When trying to determine what is best for the environment, there are several options we are faced with. Here are some helpful and simple pointers to lead a greener lifestyle. Paper or Plastic? One of...

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Green Furniture Stores In Charlotte

Looking to re-upholster your couch with eco-fabrics? Searching for the perfect mattress? These stores and collections support environmental design through their use of eco-friendly products and...

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Ways To Cut Heating Costs This Winter In Charlotte

With temperatures already dipping below freezing at night and a quick winter flurry appearance a few weeks ago, Charlotte residents need the heating system to stay warm. To help regulate high...

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Ecotourism Spots In Charlotte

Ecotourism has become a popular way to explore and enjoy a destination. Two hours from the mountains and three to six hours from the beach, Charlotte is situated between two main tourist attractions....

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