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Be a Tortoise, Not a Hare

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Remember the saying "Slow and steady wins the race?" Turns out it's true. Slow down at work, with your partner and just in general. You may be surprised at how much sweeter life is when you aren't looking at it at warp speed.
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Can you get your clothes clean using cold water?

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cobber
Answer:I don't even remember washing clothes in warm or hot water. It's been too long. We save energy, of course, and someone else can take a shower at the...
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How do you feel about the offshore drilling issue in the US?

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joepierce
Answer:The whole idea that we're protecting the environment by not drilling in the USA while we continue to consume oil sucked out of the ground by countries...
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Have you heard of the 100-mile diet?

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I_AM_Change
Answer:Would it be possible now, oh yes it sure would be. However I once lived above the arctic circle and I worked on a drilling platform and this diet would...
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How can I recycle my electronic devices?

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Charles
Answer:At this point unfortunately nobody is going to pay anything for a used television. They won't even pick them up for free, and you can't drop them off...
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Have you started doing anything to reduce your impact?

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AnnieBW
Answer:I rewash zip lock bags and reuse them. Get the best ones so they will hold up. I use vinegar, baking soda, borax and lemon juice for almost all my cleaning...
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How can you tell if something is really "green" or if a company is just...

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SusanBuhr
Answer:Good question! It's easy to wonder if companies are sincere now that it's so profitable to be "green". While many products are certified by third...
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Have you used Method products?

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Aramei
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