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FYI: Green Living Tips with Michael Bloc News Letter

From the Editor: From our inbox to you…. Please view the latest Newsletter from Green Living Tips. While Michael is located on the other side of the world in Australia, he and his team have some fabulous eco-friendly tips.  Please click on the title of the post to take you to the complete article. 

Michael Bloc: Green Living Tips or GTL

 

This will be the last newsletter for the year, so I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for being a part of Green Living Tips during 2011 – the site had its 5th birthday a couple of weeks back; how time flies!

New and updated articles

Environmentally friendly banks
A really green bank is one that goes way beyond using paper made with recycled content. A financial institution’s environmental street cred should also be gauged by its investments and which industries it loans money to.

Online shopping and the environment
By doing more of your shopping online you can save on fuel, emissions and probably score a bargain on the way. Aside from environmental and financial benefits; it’s also highly unlikely you’ll be maced, shot, stabbed or crushed.

Green Christmas trees
What type of Christmas tree is more environmentally friendly, fake or fir? What about some other alternatives?

What Is Certified Wood?
There are dozens of wood certification programs around the world – so what does the term “certified wood” mean and can these certifications be trusted to indicate truly environmentally friendly wood products?

Better, greener gifts
When thinking about a gift for someone, consider giving something to someone else on their behalf; such as an environmental group or other worthy cause. Here’s a few ideas to consider this holiday season (or any time).

Earth friendly mouthwash
Some mouthwashes can contain nasty chemicals such as formaldehyde, sodium lauryl sulfate and polysorbate. What you don’t accidentally swallow, just winds up in the environment, in particular, waterways.

Green Cool And Green Weird
Many of us want to be considered individuals, but also have a need for acceptance; which requires a good deal of conformity. Some people’s green journey can be negatively affected by this.  
                

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FYI Eco -friendly tips from Micheal Bloc

From the editor: Some neat ideas and tips from Michael Bloc’s Green newsletter: Click on the title to take you to Michael’s pages. Sign up for his newsletter ☺Michael is located in Australia so he isn’t “local” but I have peeps over there and Michael just seems so passionate about being green, I can’t help but spread the word. ☺


      
The Glyphosate Debate
Glyphosate is one of the world’s most popular weed killer. It’s a broad spectrum herbicide; particularly useful for broadleaf weeds and grasses. Often viewed as the lesser of the herbicide evils, rumblings about its potential impact on the environment are growing.
 
Advantages of rooftop solar power
A major solar farm project is impressive, but so is a small rooftop solar power system in my opinion. Those comparatively few solar panels do so much more than just crank out free electricity.
 
Solar power myths
In the time I’ve spent talking with people about solar power, the same sort of myths and misconceptions pop up; some of which I also had before I started my solar journey.
  
Reusable bags
Disposable plastic shopping bags are becoming a thing of the past in some countries, but they need to be replaced with something. In this article, I take a look at different types of reusable bags.
  
Waste Not, Want Not
Waste not, want not is a saying I heard many times growing up and it’s taking on even more importance now with our environment under assault on so many fronts and many natural resources rapidly dwindling.
  
Toilet chemicals and the environment
Our toilets and sewage treatment systems deal with more than our own waste. In our efforts to create a hygienic domestic environment, we’re often killing more than just the bacterial nasties. Here’s some tips for a greener loo that will save you a stack of cash as well.
  
Cutting food waste
The amount of food waste we generate each year is incredible. It’s not only an environmental issue, but a humanitarian and financial one. Pick up some food waste reduction tips and save a stack of money!
  
Greening Back To School Supplies
As parents prepare to shell out a stack of green for school supplies; thinking about a different type of green can help alleviate associated environmental impact – and sometimes also cost.
  
Dealing with Cockroaches
A cockroach infestation is a nightmare for many people. Pick up some earth friendly tips for getting rid of cockroaches – and add your own!
 
Cutting boards
Greening your life can be done in all sorts of areas and in ways large and small. This includes your choice of the humble cutting board you use in food preparation. Wood or plastic – which is more hygienic and the most environmentally friendly? Learn more in this article.
 
Uses for egg cartons
A common household waste item is the egg carton – it’s waste that in many cases doesn’t need to be taking up space in landfill. Pick up some tips for making better use of egg cartons.
                  
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