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5 tips for eco friendly living

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Phantom_Forest

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Being environmentally aware should not take too much effort. Follow these five simple rules, and you can make a difference:

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Food waste and global warming

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Phantom_Forest

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Did you know that food waste contributes to global warming? When organic material decomposes in landfills without the oxygen, it … Continue reading →

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Green cleaning solutions for kitchen counters

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Phantom_Forest

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The room where food is prepared, stored and often enjoyed requires constant vigilance. Splatters, spills and errant crumbs can build up and collect out of sight, … Continue reading →

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Click to eco-friendly printing

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Phantom_Forest

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To save paper and ink, preview your documents before you print. Ensure you have the correct number of copies and destination, and use … Continue reading →

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Reduce festive food waste

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Phantom_Forest

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Overeating and the festive season seem to go hand-in-hand, but be careful not to overstock the fridge – food waste is bad for … Continue reading →

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Environmentally friendly gift wrapping

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Phantom_Forest

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Furoshiki is the eco-friendly wrapping cloth that originated in Japan, designed to promote caring for the environment and reducing waste.

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Eco friendly tips for the Holiday Season

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Phantom_Forest

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This year, why not take a break from the festive season frenzy of shopping, wrapping and cleaning up, and plan a special celebration … Continue reading →

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Cornstarch – an eco-friendly house-helper

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Phantom_Forest

 

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Cornstarch kills cockroaches! Mix equal parts of the starch with plaster of Paris powder. Sprinkle … Continue reading →

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Daily green checklist

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Phantom_Forest

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Some pertinent questions that you would want to not just ask, but answer in name of energy conservation. These are courtesy of Continue reading →

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Greener gardens: less lawn and more diversity

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Phantom_Forest

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If you’d like to create a thriving garden, minimise the lawn and make space for a diverse range of indigenous plants.

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