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Not to disagree with Kermit the Frog, but it can be easy to be green! If you are interested in finding ways that you can go green, there are lots of suggestions and tips for you in this Going Green category. Green living can include everything from recycling, carrying reusable grocery bags and using refillable water bottles to powering your home with solar energy.

Statistics show that heating water in your home can account for 14 percent to 25 percent of your total energy expenditures, which can get quite expensive if you have an inefficient water heater. However, there are several options available when you are searching for an efficient water heater, which can benefit homeowners that want to...

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There are many benefits to having a solar powered home, but perhaps the biggest is the amount of money homeowners can save by slashing their electricity bills. In fact, experts say, many homeowners find the savings they experience, in time, will pay the cost of installing things such as solar powered water heater or solar...

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As more people are beginning to recognize the benefits of greener, more environmentally friendly living, organic cleaning products are becoming more popular. These toxin-free products are an excellent alternative for homeowners that want to keep their homes clean without the harmful chemicals typically found in traditional cleaning products, as they use natural and eco-friendly ingredients....

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Green communities aren’t new. For centuries, humans led simple, almost Spartan lives that left a much smaller mark on the environment. Modern life, while more comfortable, has also stretched the planet’s resources. Green communities aim to reverse some of that impact. The concept is simple: living and working in ways that produce less pollution and...

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Hemp is one of the most versatile plants, as you can grow it in most climates, it is resistant to drought, requires minimal fertilizer and pest control products, and is useful in many different applications. Hemp clothing is an excellent solution for people that want long-lasting clothing that is beneficial to the environment and is...

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Eco clothing can be stylish and comfortable while still being environmentally friendly. Fashionistas can find clothes in wide range of styles, each manufactured in a manner which strives to leave a smaller impact on the planet. Eco clothing, also known as eco-friendly clothing, can be made from a number of materials. Bamboo is popular for...

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With the abundance of chemically altered children’s items, more and more parents are beginning to seek out organic baby products as a way of protecting their children and improving their quality of life. For every aspect of a child’s life, organic products are available. Organic baby food Unless you make your own baby food, in...

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Architects who endeavor to create structures that are environmentally friendly and built from sustainable materials and using low impact construction techniques have been affixed the moniker “green architects.” It has nothing to do with their level of experience. These professionals specialize in buildings that are either completely or partially eco-friendly, depending on the needs of...

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Across the world, sustainable tourism has become a buzzword in the tourism industry. Sustainable tourism is the concept of developing environmentally- and culturally-friendly programs that appeal to visitors and at same time boost the local economy and provide jobs. A successful sustainable tourism initiative is one that will keep the tourism industry afloat, but do...

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Retirement and similar communities are stepping into the environmental movement with the development of green assisted living facilities. These communities are logical extensions of sustainable living philosophies and reflect the standards embodied in all sustainable communities. Assessing a green community If you are considering an assisted living facility, and would prefer a green property, there...

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