Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, “washing hands” is a task that’s gotten a lot more popular over the last 18 months, and …
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Five Ideas for Eco-friendly Picnics/Beach Outings/Festivals
Now that pandemic restrictions are being lifted and more people are able to enjoy outdoor events, I hope they will be more …
Composting 1-2-3: It’s Easier Than You May Think
Once upon a time at our first house, we used to have a compost pile. It was in a back corner of …
The Wonderful, Neighborly Reuse Benefits of Nextdoor
Just a quick post today to give a shout-out to the “hyperlocal social networking service”, Nextdoor. If you don’t know what that …
Restaurant Leftovers– Love ’em or Leave ’em?
One of my daughters brought something to my attention a year or so ago that made me both smile and frown. She …
Creative Reuse Spotlight: Art Cars
“You’re driving along in traffic and suddenly a car covered in multicolored swirls of gravel pulls up next to you. Or it …
The “Perfect” Lawn– or Is It? Two Alternatives to Putting Grass Clippings into Plastic Bags
In my day job working as a writer for municipal government, I’ve learned a lot about systems and processes that I knew …
Spray Paint and Chalk Paint®: Great Tools for the Busy Reuser
You may have heard the phrase (or something like it) about how “paint is the most inexpensive way to transform a space.” …
Five Habits to Start on Earth Day: Pick ONE
Tap into a recycling program if you can If your city/town offers curbside recycling pickup in your neighborhood, you’re likely already paying …