03/16/12

One question I am often asked is, "What ONE thing should I do to help the environment?" My response is this: Think about the big picture, and don't sweat the small stuff. So if you need a new refrigerator, get the most energy efficient one you can find, and be sure to have your old fridge recycled. Remodeling a house? Get reclaimed wood or recycled nylon carpets for your floors. It's the big thing that can have a profound impact, so think green when it counts.

03/15/12

Can you recycle Post-it Notes in the paper recycling bin? It's a question many people wonder since the notes have adhesive on the back. According to 3M, go ahead and recycle them. In tests at paper recycling facilities, the company found that the glue had zero adverse effect on the recycling process. Now go take a memo and spread the word!

03/14/12

The best place to pick up a gallon of milk or a carton of eggs is from the back of the fridge. When shopping for perishable groceries at the supermarket, choose your eggs and milk from where they've been stored at the coldest temperatures. Since refrigerator doors are being constantly opened and closed, items up front have a greater chance to expire more quickly. Choosing items from the back gives you a longer shelf life when you get your groceries home.