11/13/13

Did you know that paper envelopes with plastic windows are 100 percent recyclable? When waste paper is recycled, the recycling process at the factory takes out the plastic windows and the adhesives on the envelope before the paper is pulped. You can also recycle envelopes from FedEx and UPS that have the plastic sleeve on the front -- no need to remove the sleeve since it will be pulled off at the recycling plant. The one type of envelope you can’t recycle is the kind padded with bubble wrap. Reuse them instead!

11/12/13

Almost every airline allows people to donate unused frequent flier miles to charities so the organizations can use the miles to buy tickets for their work instead of using monetary funds. But Delta is one of the only airlines to support animal welfare and environmental and humanitarian organizations through its Delta Sky Wish program. With just a minimum of 1,000 miles to donate, you can give Delta SkyMiles to nonprofit organizations like the Nature Conservancy, the Humane Society of the United States, UNICEF and Habitat for Humanity. Learn more at delta.com.

11/11/13

When your air conditioner unit is on its last leg, fall is the best time to replace it. You'll get the best deals on the unit and installation since those are the slowest months for installers. And while you're at it, visit Energy.gov to choose the most energy-efficient unit for your home, which will save money and help the environment.