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If you crack a lot of eggs, there's something you can do with the shells to help our feathered friends. Because female birds are drained of calcium when they are laying eggs, they love to find eggshel... more

One of the perks of traveling to and staying at seaside destinations is the wide variety of fresh, tasty seafood that is available at local restaurants. When you eat at these establishments, ask about... more

Do you have wireless internet streaming all over the house 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Make the pledge to turn off your wireless router each and every night to cut down on electricity use and t... more

To keep your coffee beans as fresh as possible, the National Coffee Association has some simple tips to ensure the first cup is as good as the last. The biggest enemies of coffee beans are air, moistu... more

If you have access to Wi-Fi when using your smartphone, use it. Wi-Fi consumes less energy than cellular data like 4G and 5G because it requires less power to transmit data to a nearby router. Cellula... more

Have a little leftover club soda or sparkling water? Don't toss it down the drain; give it to your houseplants instead! Yes, the bubbly water is hydrating for thirsty plants, and the fizzy stuff can h... more

Salmon can be a heart-healthy addition to your diet, but not all fillets are created equal. Some varieties can contain higher levels of chemicals, heavy metals and other contaminants. When shopping, l... more

When it comes to storing citrus, there's one simple step that can extend the lifespan of the fruit from about one week to nearly four: Keep it in the refrigerator. Citrus fruits like lemons, oranges a... more

Sure, it isn't a common choice for most of us, but flying on a private plane is far more wasteful than choosing a commercial flight. In fact, a single four-hour private jet flight can generate more CO... more

Did you know that buying a used kitchen knife from a resell site like eBay can save as much as 90% of the energy costs needed to make a new knife? You can sanitize a used knife in seconds at home. If ... more

An area rug is an easy way to add a decorative touch to a space, but it's also a fantastic way to improve the energy efficiency of your house. Rugs and carpet are great insulators, and they can transf... more

If you live in a climate with harsh, icy and snowy winters, one way to help birds survive these conditions is to switch from standard birdseed to high-energy alternatives. Nutritious options include s... more

If you live in a two-story home, an easy way to save on energy costs and keep the entire house comfortable during colder months is to focus on warming the first floor. By setting the thermostat on the... more

Many homeowners are advised to keep chest freezers in the garage because the unheated area will help keep the freezer cold. But the reality is that the garage has inconsistent temperatures, especially... more

After you've brewed a cup of morning joe, don't toss the used grinds down the drain. Try soaking an old cotton T-shirt in cold coffee and wiping scratched tables to see the small nicks, dents and ding... more

More than 30 million plastic hotel key cards are manufactured every year for guests. While some are returned to the front desk and reused, the majority end up in the trash. Made from PVC plastic, thes... more

Water can be a valuable resource for birds when it gets cold outside. Sure, there are electrical heaters and fancy devices that aerate the water, but why bother when you can use the sun? If you have a... more

When wildlife rummages through your garbage, it can be more than just a nuisance -- wild animals can choke, get trapped and die. To help them, it's key to make trash as unenticing as possible and near... more

Designer resale websites like The RealReal have gained popularity for offering lightly worn and pre-owned luxury goods at a discount. Beyond saving money, these platforms also help protect the environ... more

It seems most holiday candy -- whether for Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween or Christmas -- is chocolate-based. If you find yourself with excess chocolate, you can extend the life of the candy by si... more

If you're thinking of upgrading to a new computer, ask yourself if you can extend the life of your monitor or laptop just a few more months, or even a year. The greenhouse gases released to manufactur... more

You’ve heard of secondhand smoke, but what about thirdhand smoke? According to the children’s health advocacy group Healthy Child Healthy World, thirdhand smoke occurs when toxic residues from smoking... more

Bamboo is a wonderful eco-friendly material that can be used for a great variety of things, but bamboo cookware may not be the best option for your green kitchen. Since bamboo spatulas and large spoon... more

Millions of pounds of food are wasted every year due to spoilage and improper storage. To help do our part to throw away less, we need all the tricks and tips we can get. The website SaveTheFood.com i... more

If you use a blender regularly, it’s important to know how to clean it properly. When making plant-based smoothies, frozen drinks or batters that contain no animal ingredients, you can usually clean t... more

Even accidentally taking a little bit of sand from the beach (like stray sand that ends up in sneakers or in the bottom of bags) can add up to significant erosion when you multiply by the number of pe... more

It's rare, but sometimes a wild bird finds its way in and ends up flying around inside your home or office. What do you do to safely get feathered friends back outside? First, don't create a panic by ... more

For a bride’s special day, it’s easy to spend thousands of dollars on a wedding gown. Today’s modern couples, however, are placing less emphasis on spending money on things and more on meaningful expe... more