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Whenever you can cut back on paper usage, no matter how small, it adds up over time. Select “no receipt” at the ATM machine or retail stores. Don’t print out a boarding pass at home for your airline flight when you ...Read More

Before planting a tree, make sure it isn’t an invasive species that can outcompete native plants and disrupt local ecosystems. Fast-growing trees like the Bradford pear tree, tree of heaven and Norway maple may look ...Read More

If you have airline miles with carriers you rarely fly, consider donating them to charity instead of letting them go unused. Many major airlines allow you to contribute miles through their loyalty programs to vetted ...Read More

Do you completely flatten aluminum soda or beer cans before tossing them into the recycling bin? You shouldn't, and here's why. Many recycling facilities use automatic sorting machines that separate two-dimensional and ...Read More

When shopping for a reusable water bottle, some options are far healthier than others. Look for bottles made from food-grade stainless steel; they’re durable, nontoxic, chemical-free and can be washed and reused ...Read More

There are so many parts of fruits and vegetables we often trim away but don’t have to. The leafy green tops of carrots, beets, radishes and turnips can be eaten just like other greens or blended into a vibrant pesto. ...Read More