Responsible Living

Responsible Living

Get practical advice on being a conscious consumer and get inspired by others in the green community.

MNN Nest pledge: 'I will read three environmentally themed books this year'

Tue, Jul 03, 2012 8:17 AM

Joining an environmental book club (or cracking a few eco-books solo) is a virtually effortless way to green up your life.
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How to glean for good
Thu, Jun 28, 2012 3:53 PM by Shareable.net
Glean for good by harvesting unwanted produce from local farmers and delivering it to those in need.
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How Tomorrow Moves

Watch: Good things caught on tape
Mon, Jun 25, 2012 8:00 AM by Jenn Savedge
Security camera videos prove that there's still a whole lot of good going on in the world.
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Green your public pool membership
Wed, Jun 20, 2012 11:03 AM by Robin Shreeves
Belonging to a public pool that's used by many is more sustainable than having a pool in your backyard that's used by few, but there are other things you can do to make your pool membership even more sustainable.
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China creates model for sustainable living

Sun, Jun 17, 2012 1:42 PM by Claire Cozens, AFP

Tianjin Eco-City is being touted as a model for sustainable living in a rapidly urbanizing and heavily polluted country.
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Scientists discover what makes people go 'green'

Thu, Jun 14, 2012 2:56 PM by Jeanette Mulvey, BusinessNewsDaily

Countries that place an emphasis on social cohesion or having tolerance and respect generally also valued environmental sustainability.
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Sao Paulo setting green example

Sat, Jun 09, 2012 8:12 AM by Gerard Aziakou, AFP

The environment czar of the city highlights the needs for Sao Paulo's citizens to recycle and for the city to improve its mass transit systems.
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5 surprising eco-impacts of being overweight
Wed, Jun 06, 2012 5:50 PM by Sidney Stevens
Losing that extra weight isn't just good for you — it's also good for the planet.
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Are Americans getting greener?

Tue, Jun 05, 2012 3:55 PM by Chad Brooks, BusinessNewsDaily

A new survey reveals that overall, nearly 70 percent of U.S. consumers purchase green products or services.
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DIY 'I do': How to plan a shareable wedding
Tue, Jun 05, 2012 3:35 PM by Shareable.net
One woman planned a delightful wedding with less than $5000; here's how you can do the same.
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Mario Batali, the Food Stamp Challenge and a life of generosity
Mon, Jun 04, 2012 1:26 AM by Kimi Harris
The New York Food Stamp Challenge has me questioning how we can push ourselves to lead a lifestyle of generosity.
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How to bring your community together with a free market
Fri, Jun 01, 2012 2:20 PM by Shareable.net
A Really Really Free Market encourages community by letting participants give away (and get) usable items and skills — all free of charge.
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How to host a food swap
Tue, May 29, 2012 12:59 PM by Shareable.net
A sustainable way to keep culinary boredom at bay!
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Plastic bag ban is great news, says Philippe Cousteau Jr.

Fri, May 25, 2012 9:51 AM

Video: Los Angeles has become the largest U.S. city to ban the use of plastic bags at supermarkets. The city will phase out the use of plastic bags over the next 16 months.
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The Gen Y guide to collaborative consumption
Thu, May 24, 2012 3:46 PM by Shareable.net
Fueled by the Internet, the sharing economy is changing the way we work, play and interact with one other.
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