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Throwing an eco-friendly party for teens can be a lot of fun if they are interested in green issues and want to show their friends what it is all about. Themes Since teens are more mature, you don’t necessarily have to go the animal route and pick a favorite creature, or study various species from … Read more
Do’s and Don’ts Now that people are more conscious about the impact on the environment of plastic and other non-biodegradable items, they are becoming more alert as to what they can do to help the environment. Parties can be a time of over-consumption and great waste. Reusing, recycling and repurposing can all help cut down … Read more
There are many ways to throw an eco-friendly party for younger kids. Go beyond the princesses and superheroes, to some favorite animal characters. Themes Any animal-related theme will do. Take inspiration from some of the latest films, like The Lion King, the Madagascar series, or even Ice Age if you want to include ancient animals. … Read more
Older children are a lot easier to plan a party for because they are more independent and have more skills. They are also less likely to zoom around everywhere and better able to pay attention for longer periods of time and follow instructions. Here are some eco-friendly party themes and activities for your tweens. Themes … Read more
There are many pros and cons to using paperless or email invitations for a party or other social event. Here are some of the most important ones to consider before deciding which to choose. The Advantages * Free and easy – Paperless invites are free, and easy to organize. You don’t have to spend money … Read more
Party favors are the norm these days, rather than the exception. You don’t have to give them, but if you choose to, there are a number of ways to make them greener and cut down on expense and waste. The last thing you want is a lot of trash, or your hard-earned money ending up … Read more
Every party needs decorations, but some are greener than others. Here are a few ideas to help make your child’s party special. Biodegradable Latex Balloons Rubber balloons can last in landfill for decades, but biodegradable balloons will break down. Paper “Balloons” Cut balloon shapes out of various colors of construction paper and create a wall … Read more
Certain appliances should be serviced in order to make them more energy efficient. While it is true that checking an appliance and/or getting it serviced can cost money, these steps can more than pay for themselves in terms of the amount of energy saved. In addition, regular servicing can prolong the life of the appliance … Read more
Many energy-conscious homeowners who wish to go green are becoming more and more interested in the idea of solar power. It is possible to do it yourself provided you know what to expect and how the energy is able to be used in your home. It needs to be converted so that it will be … Read more
If your heart starts to pound with dread every time the electricity bill comes for your home and/or office, it might be time to start considering replacing older appliances and items that run on electricity in favor of Energy Star products. What Are Energy Star Products? Energy Star products are appliances and equipment such as … Read more