01/13/12

Dog waste can be a problem in communities if it isn't properly disposed of. The waste can pollute waterways and raise the harmful bacteria level in public water. So don't just leave dog waste in the yard or in the woods and let nature take its course -- you need to properly dispose of it. There are two options: You can recycle plastic bags and scoop up the waste to dispose of it in the trash; or, for the greenest method, dig a hole in the ground around 12 inches deep and bury it. This will help it slowly decompose properly over time.

01/12/12

Another reason to ditch wasteful paper towels: they can harbor germs. A study by Laval University in Quebec City showed that bacteria can thrive on unused towels. The pulping process at the factories that make paper towels are often contaminated themselves, spreading germs like the Bacillus spore onto the towel. While no illness has been linked to paper towels, this is just one more reason to switch to microfiber towels, which absorb germs and bacteria and are machine washable.

01/11/12

Did you know it's cheaper and more eco-friendly to have packages shipped to your place of business instead of your home? Since UPS and FedEx routinely make daily stops at businesses, the shipping rates for delivering to those addresses are usually less. This is why they often ask if the address you are shipping to is "home" or "business." It also cuts down on greenhouse gasses since the trucks do not have to make an additional stop at your home.