What better way to enjoy nature than to be outdoors? With Memorial Day long weekend looming ahead of us, I’m sure a lot of folks are there are thinking of going on picnics, barbecues and cookouts. I know I am. Mother Earth Living has a list of picnic items that are good for the environment….

Fuel saving tips for this Memorial Day weekend: Regular car maintenance keeps your vehicle operating at maximum efficiency. Keeping tires inflated to recommended pressure improves gas mileage by 6%. Keeping wheels aligned improves fuel economy by 10%. Keep air and fuel filters clean. Clean out the trunk or cargo area. Pack lightly for vacations or…

Good ol’ reliable Google came up with a “Summer of Green“. Check it out!

I am also guilty of using bottled water but this is due to elevated chlorine levels at my town’s water supply. What to do? Store uncovered tap water in the refrigerator to dissipate chlorine. Boil water to remove unpleasant taste. If you are concerned about tap water safety, contact your local water company or check…

One of the most annoying things nowadays is junk mail. You know it, you’ve received it and honestly, you don’t want to have anything to do with it. Yet junk mails are like pest infestations. They infest your mailbox to the point that they’re overflowing. Not only are those people who send out junk mail…

I admit, I am guilty of this hideous practice. I drink a lot of water, you see. But I have yet to find a nice water bottle that looks…well, interesting, to say the least. Most of the water bottles I’ve seen are just so bleah, so boring. I mean, if I’ll be carrying it around,…

New York City’s air quality has consistently been among the worst in the US. The city has the highest asthma mortality rate in the country. In July 2005, Mayor Bloomberg signed the Clean Air Taxis Act, allowing the use of hybrid electric vehicles as taxi cabs. According to the Sierra Club, this could reduce emissions…

In April 2007, Home Depot launched its Eco Options program. It helps customers identify products that have less impact on the environment. The products include all natural insect repellents, biodegradable pots,certified wood, organic plant food, energy efficient lightbulbs and programmable thermostats. For more information, visit Home Depot.