Many people did not even consider their ecological footprint until recent studies revealed the environmentally negative, and degrading effects of their everyday activities, and now Saving the Earth has become a worldwide movement! *Earth Day 2012 is April 22! As residents of this Earth, we have an incredible responsibility to maintain a healthy, sustainable... [Read more...]

There are many resources out there to keep your recycling efforts successful in Austin, TX. Be sure your recycled items are approved by paying attention to your local recycle guidelines. There are many variations of materials like glass, cardboard, and paper that simply cannot be recycled, and mixing some of these items (i.e. broken glass and paper) can cause... [Read more...]

Do not drain your bank account with expensive overly processed foods in Austin, TX. These days, many of us are looking for ways to stay healthy and save money at the same time. There is a common misconception that so-called "health foods" are expensive, but if you take into account the actual cost on your health from eating high production, pre-packaged foods... [Read more...]

Plant some of your favorite small peppers and veggies on your window ledges, or check out a fancy space saving indoor garden to enjoy year round. Visit your local farmers market, or garden supply store for seeds and supplies. Growing spices and veggies indoors can save you lots of money as well as produce fresh food for you during the winter in Austin, TX. Here... [Read more...]

Breaking news in Austin – it’s still incredibly hot!  You probably figured that much out on your own, though.  But did you know we just broke a heat record that dates back to 1925? We have already had 71 days of triple-digit temperatures this year, which beats the previous record of 69. The extreme heat coupled with the drought is putting a strain... [Read more...]

Barr Mansion, the nation's first Certified Organic events facility, will host a Local Food Potluck on May 22. Barr Manison and the Sustainable Food Center is inviting the entire community to come out and participate in this local food celebration. Barr Mansion was chosen to be the venue for the local food potluck because of their commitment to going green... [Read more...]

Holiday lights aren't just for holidays. It's pretty common these days to see twinkly lights strung across walls in nice restaurants and inside hip apartments. Is this adding anything significant to the electric bill? It's easy to find out. Christmas Light Source, which sells-- you guessed it-- holiday lights online has a handy energy cost calculator... [Read more...]

Sodium bicarbonate is a magic chemical that makes dough rise and cleans teeth. Yes, simple baking soda has more uses than any single substance has any right to claim, and it's very low impact environmentally speaking. We were reminded recently by the green living blog re-nest that baking soda is also a great deodorizer useful in just about any room... [Read more...]