Green Tips - Product Alternatives
Recycle your cell Phone
posted by Edwi Lap 1 year ago
Please recycle your cell phones - do not toss them in the trash.
Lawn care
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Replace the pesticides you use on your lawn and garden with natural products that work just as well or better.
Crafts - Surfboard from a table?
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Get crafty and make a table out of an unused or vintage surfboard! What other things can you use old items that you would normally throw away into other cool things?
Quartz - great alternative for Granite
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals and is manufactured under rigorous environmental standards. Next time you remodel or build, use quartz countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms instead of granite.
Cleaning products
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Common cleaning products are filled with toxic chemicals and are not only bad your health but for the environment too. Buy non-toxic and biodegradable cleaning products for a healthier family and a healthier world!
Coffee
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Make your coffee at home or bring your own cup to your local coffee shop. Not only will you save a tree, you'll save some money!
Buy bulk - save money - save the planet
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Buy all the products you regularly use in bulk. It saves on packaging and gas and is usually at a discount so it'll save you money too!
Precycle
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Precycle! Prevent waste before it happens by avoiding buying items in excessive packaging and reuse as much as you can.
Containers
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
When you go shopping, try to buy products where as much of the container is recyclable or reusable as possible. Glass, paper and aluminum are better choices than plastic.
eBooks
posted by ecoVillage Admin 1 year ago
Buy an ebook online! Buying an eBook is one of the best ways to make a good,eco reading choice.
