Living Green 365
Living Green 365 is a periodic e-newsletter for Minnesota residents who are committed to making choices and taking action to lead healthier and more sustainable lives, 365 days a year.
Like any myth, the green variety may sprout from kernels of truth. But many are based on false or outdated information.
Seven green myths
Summer is here, and that means lots of parades, festivals, and fairs! Here are some easy tips for making your festival-going experience more sustainable this year.
Sustainable fun at your summer festivals
Take a look in your closet. What do you see? Clothes you wear? Clothes you never wear? You're probably not thinking, "that's a lot of plastic!"
Microfiber matters
Do you wonder why people choose to drive electric vehicles? Here are some things to know about this new technology.
Electric cars charge ahead!
Grass lawns are the nation's largest irrigated "crop" by surface area. Fortunately, there are environmentally friendly alternatives like flowering lawns that can transform your yard into a bee haven.
Keep off the grass: Let it bee
Summer weekends in Minnesota remind us all why we brave the 8-month long winters. Whether it's spending a day on the lake or going to a farmers' market, there are ways to play more sustainably.
Have fun sustainably: Summer weekend edition
We use energy every day to heat, power, and light our homes. And using energy wisely can have a positive impact on our air and water quality. But many "energy myths" are a waste of time or money.
Energy myths
Auto body repair shops can reduce VOC emissions by half or more by switching to water-based paints. Consumers can decide to look for auto body shops that have made the switch.
Finding green(er) auto body repair
Summertime is for block parties and barbeques. Here are a few simple ways to make your get-together greener, from composting to mosquito control.
10 ways to plan a green get-together
Lights are responsible for nearly 15 percent of the traditional home electric bill, making it one of the easiest places to start saving energy and money.
Bright ideas for lighting your home
Everyday choices about beverage bottles add up: 1.5 billion beverage bottles are purchased each year in Minnesota (15,000 in the time it takes to read this article).
Bottle buyology
Source: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/living-green/living-green-365
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