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Welcome to the Little Green People Show, our own little podcast about trying to live green in the big city. No shrill rhetoric. No eco guilt-trips. Just sound advice and practical insights on what works, what doesn't, and why it's all about taking little steps toward a more sustainable future. What's an eco-friendly way to do laundry? Can a condo owner compost? Is it possible to dress earth-friendly and still look fashionable? Listen in each week. --The Eco Chicks
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033: Wrap It Up
2008/12/17 - Pretty, Paperless Packaging Gift wrap isn't just about making gifts more enticing. There's also the thrill of tearing open the package for the great reveal. And for those of us with dreams of origami grandeur, a crisply folded corner with just enough tape is incredibly satisfying. That being said, we throw 75% more ... [Read more] |
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032: Oh Christmas Tree
2008/12/10 - Fake Tree vs. Farmed Tree As far as holiday chores go, decking the halls and trimming the tree tend to rank among the most enjoyable. If you are one of the few paralyzed with eco nerves over the impact of your Christmas tree, you've come to the right place. We talk with Pablo Päster, the ... [Read more] |
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031: 101 Green Gifts
2008/12/3 - Have a Grinch-free Holiday The bleak state of the environment and the economy is no reason to rein in the merriment. There are options out there to ensure a mall-free holiday season without skimping on tidings of joy. For starters, online shopping is a green go according to our expert Jesse Miller of the ... [Read more] |
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030: Clotheslines w/ Heidi Bailey
2008/11/19 - Hanging It Out To Dry Crispy clothesline towels might not beat dryer-hot socks in a coziness competition, but in terms of lightening one’s carbon load, the line wins by a landslide. The average American can blame the dryer for a full ton of their household CO2 emissions. We bring this up in what seems like ... [Read more] |
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029: Turkeys w/ John Caveny
2008/11/12 - Thinking Beyond Butterball
That "vain and silly" bird Ben Franklin wrote of is central to 97% of Thanksgiving feasts these days. From the roaster to the deep fryer, the meal invites innovation. So, why not think outside your grocer's freezer box and try a little something in the name of biodiversity? |
