Ecothrifty

Cheaper, Greener Choices for a Happier, Healthier Life

Nonfiction, Home & Garden, The Home
Cover of the book Ecothrifty by Deborah Niemann, New Society Publishers
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Author: Deborah Niemann ISBN: 9781550925104
Publisher: New Society Publishers Publication: October 1, 2012
Imprint: Language: English
Author: Deborah Niemann
ISBN: 9781550925104
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Publication: October 1, 2012
Imprint:
Language: English
Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without our grandmothers knew the importance of responsible, thrifty choices. But somewhere along the way we succumbed to the belief that we can get everything for next to nothing, have it shipped halfway around the world and then, more often than not, just throw it away.This consumer binge is taking its toll. Diet- and lifestyle-related illnesses are epidemic, our environment is awash in a sea of plastic, our climate is changing, and the cost of everything is skyrocketing with the price of oil. Are we doomed? No. We can make greener, healthier choices, and we can do it while saving money.Where to start? Ecofrugal is packed with simple, practical ideas and recipes to help you:• Make homemade products for cleaning and skin care • Grow your own food and cook more from scratch • Raise your family without lowering your standards.A must-read for anyone who has ever wanted to live a greener life but thought that it would be too expensive, time-consuming or difficult, this handy, complete guide will show you how small changes can have a huge environmental impact and save you thousands of dollars, all while improving your quality of life.
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Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without our grandmothers knew the importance of responsible, thrifty choices. But somewhere along the way we succumbed to the belief that we can get everything for next to nothing, have it shipped halfway around the world and then, more often than not, just throw it away.This consumer binge is taking its toll. Diet- and lifestyle-related illnesses are epidemic, our environment is awash in a sea of plastic, our climate is changing, and the cost of everything is skyrocketing with the price of oil. Are we doomed? No. We can make greener, healthier choices, and we can do it while saving money.Where to start? Ecofrugal is packed with simple, practical ideas and recipes to help you:• Make homemade products for cleaning and skin care • Grow your own food and cook more from scratch • Raise your family without lowering your standards.A must-read for anyone who has ever wanted to live a greener life but thought that it would be too expensive, time-consuming or difficult, this handy, complete guide will show you how small changes can have a huge environmental impact and save you thousands of dollars, all while improving your quality of life.

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