Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Eco Living”
Ever think about how your grandparents managed to live so resourcefully? Turns out, they were onto something with their simple, sustainable practices. Here’s a look back at the surprisingly eco-friendly ways of yesteryear. 1. Growing Their Own Food Many of our grandparents had their own vegetable gardens, reducing the need for store-bought produce and the associated packaging and transport. 2. …
After making some eco-friendly changes to our home, I’ve seen firsthand how these small adjustments can lead to big benefits. If you’re looking to create an eco-haven without breaking the bank, here are 25 practical and affordable tips from my home to yours. 1. Install Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs Switching to LED bulbs can reduce your energy consumption significantly. They last …
Your smartphone is a marvel of modern technology, but have you ever considered its environmental impact? Here are 20 surprising ways your device might be affecting the planet. 1. Mining for Rare Earth Metals Smartphones require rare earth metals, which are mined in environmentally destructive ways. This process often leads to deforestation and soil erosion. 2. E-Waste Pollution Old smartphones …
Living sustainably isn’t just good for the planet; it can also pave the way for early retirement. Here are 15 powerful stories of individuals and families who managed to retire early by embracing a sustainable lifestyle. 1. The Frugal Family John and Mary from Ohio cut their living expenses by 50% by growing their own food and biking instead of …
Are you tired of the same old tips on how to save money while being kind to the planet? What if there were some lesser-known tricks to really keep your cash while living green? Here’s the scoop on some crafty, eco-friendly hacks that might just change your financial landscape. 1. Harness Greywater Don’t let the water from washing dishes or …
Millennials are at the forefront of the environmental movement, redefining what it means to live sustainably. Here are 25 innovative ways they’re changing the game and making eco-friendly living more accessible, practical, and trendy. 1. Preferring Secondhand and Vintage Fashion Instead of buying new, millennials are championing the revival of vintage and secondhand clothing as fashionable and sustainable options. 2. …
Traditional cars have been a staple of American life for decades, but the winds of change are blowing. What if I told you that the cars we’ve relied on for so long might disappear sooner than you expect? 1. Rising Fuel Costs Gas prices are constantly on the rise, hitting your wallet hard every time you fill up. With electric …
As a mom of three kids living in the Midwest, making the shift to sustainable living has been a game-changer for our family’s health and well-being. Here are 20 surprising health benefits we’ve experienced from embracing a more eco-friendly lifestyle. 1. Improved Air Quality Switching to eco-friendly cleaning products has drastically improved the air quality in our home. We’re no …
Electric car manufacturer Tesla is again being sued for its mishandling of toxic waste, this time by 25 different counties in California that found violations in 101 plants. Tesla’s Hazardous Waste Mismanagement Allegations surrounding Tesla’s mishandling of hazardous waste have led to a legal dispute, leading to 25 counties in California filing lawsuits against the company. 25 Counties File Lawsuits …
Last month, my family of five, plus our dog and cat, decided to monitor our household waste for a week. We were horrified by what we discovered. Here are 30 astonishing stats that opened our eyes to our wasteful habits. 1. 80 Pounds of Trash In just one week, we produced 80 pounds of trash. That’s more than 4,000 pounds …
