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Hurricane Recovery and Safety Tips
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After so many days preparing for a hurricane, once the winds have died down and the water has receded, we often donโt know how to start the cleanup process. The aftermath of a hurricane can be just as dangerous as the storm itself. While tree branches and debris are no longer projectiles, they may now…
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Flood Safety Tips
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Floods are one of the most costly and destructive natural disasters. A tremendous threat to both human life and property, floods occur in nearly every part of the world. Fast-moving flood waters are dangerous and unpredictable. Floods donโt have to be as severe as those in Mumbai or Houston to damage property and threaten lives.…
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Delicious Dinners That Are Quick, Easy and Eco-Friendly
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Kale salad?!ย Again?! You donโt have to eat three meals of raw kale a day to enjoy a delicious, eco-friendly diet. Eating food thatโs good for Mother Earth can be quite a tasty endeavor. The good news: You donโt need all night to whip up a dinner dish that pleases the planet. When cooking at…
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Your Green Labor Day Soiree
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For many, Labor Day (whether you spell it with a โuโ or not) marks the unofficial end of summer, the start of school days and busier schedules. ย Labor Day also serves as a day of recognition of workers and all those who contribute to the nationโs strength, prosperity and well being. If youโre planning a…
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The Last Hurrahs of Summer: Eco-Friendly Outings to Take With Family and Friends
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Some say August is the Sunday of the summer months – the last chance to enjoy the lazy days and time off. And while โSunday Fundayโ and โAugust Fun-Monthโ just donโt sound the same to our ears, there are plenty of ways to have some last-minute, eco-friendly, end-of-summer hurrahs with your friends and family. Here…
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Green Lunchbox and Snack Ideas
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Last week on the Eco-Centric blog, we doled out a few of our favorite tips for sending your kids back to school sustainably, setting them up for their greenest year yet. One of our suggestions was to pack their lunch in a reusable bag, utilizing reusable sandwich bags, jars and containers for their meal. To…
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Eco-Friendly Back to School
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Summer is drawing to a close and itโs about that timeโฆto head back to school! Whether youโre bummed out about the end of summer, or thrilled that your kids will be out of your hair – er, embarking on their next academic journey – make sure youโre sending them back to the classroom with plenty…
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Get Your Grill On – Grilling the Eco-Friendly Way
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Only a few precious weeks left of summer. Cherish these last, lazy, sun-filled days by inviting friends and family for a fun, outdoor BBQ. By skipping yet another meal cooked in the oven or on the stove, youโll trim some fat off your electric bill and with our tips below, youโll also shrink your carbon…
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Ways to Beat the Heat and Conserve Energy this Summer?
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Feeling sticky? Itโs the dead of summer and itโs HOT HOT HOT out there. When the mercury seems to be climbing out of the thermometer, you basically have two choices: crank the air conditioner (and deal with your energy bill later) or find alternative ways to cool down without expanding your carbon footprint. To give…
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Fun Summer Activities to Keep Kids Learning
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When the last day of school arrives, itโs safe to say both kids and parents breathe a sigh of relief. For a few months, thereโs a break from early wake-up calls, struggling through carpool and staying up late to finish homework and projects.ย Everyone enjoys a little more time to relax and a much-deserved respite…
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