12/30/09

Ask your bank if they'll send you statements and updates online, which cuts back on trees and waste. Many banks are now offering rebates if you choose this option, such as a few cents back for each paperless transaction you make. You can save paper and make a little money, too.

12/29/09

The latest product for the eco bathroom? Quick-drying towels. These 100-percent cotton towels feature a special twist weave that helps the towels dry faster. That means less time in the dryer (which means energy savings) and less time air-drying (which means less mildew on the towels). You can find these quick-drying towels at all major retailers.

12/28/09

Old holiday candles you no longer want or burn can be recycled into new ones. Simple melt the candles in a large Pyrex measuring cup over a double boiler. When melted, pour the hot wax into watertight containers -- chipped wineglasses work well -- and insert a pre-tabbed wick (available from the craft store). Let cool completely and voila! You've got new candles.