11/18/11

If your family is driving to Grandma's house this holiday season, you should keep extra reusable cups in the car to cut down on waste and save money. Instead of buying four individual drinks with four disposable cups, invest in buying a super-sized beverage instead. Then divide the drink into the reusable cups; this will save money and cut down on waste.

11/17/11

If you have gently worn baby gear and clothes, they can be given to women in need. One charity, Baby Buggy, was started by Jessica Seinfeld to collect these newborn essentials and give them to families who need them the most; the organization's motto is "Love. Recycled." So consider it or another nonprofit when you need to donate your lightly used strollers, clothes and toys.

11/16/11

When grocery shopping for fruits and vegetables, it is tempting to pick up a pre-packaged set of lettuce, peppers or fruit that's been pre-washed, sliced and diced for you. The reality is that not only is the excess packaging bad for the environment, it costs more. So choose loose produce and prep it yourself at home; you'll cut down on waste and save money, too.