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Weekly Tips | April 02, 2012

It’s Earth Month - Check Your Tread


April is Earth Month, so why not pause to reflect upon how lightly you can walk across it. Checking in on your carbon footprint is one way to gauge your tread. For more information on how to calculate and potentially lighten your load, click below.


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Weekly Tips | March 26, 2012

Ode to Grasscycling!


A Northwest Spring is upon us, as is April’s National Poetry Month. Walt Whitman spent a life considering Leaves of Grass, so when it comes time to mow - why not consider ‘grasscycling?’ Click below for more information on the natural recycling of grass clippings by leaving them on the lawn.


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Weekly Tips | March 19, 2012

Greening Your Spring Cleaning


Spring is here, and it’s time to chase the dust bunnies! Before tackling household cleaning projects, why not consider white gloving your spring cleaning products? Click below for a few tidy alternatives to help create a more sparkling environment.


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Weekly Tips | March 12, 2012

Cheer Up and Gear Up!


Sunshine is just around the corner, so get a head start on gear! The Pacific Northwest is the perfect playground for outdoor activities, whether you prefer water sports, hiking, cycling, mountain biking, climbing, organized sports or even skydiving. Click below for more on where to score - and score one for the environment too!


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Weekly Tips | March 05, 2012

Recharge!


If batteries are sold separately when buying electronic toys and other portable items that are used regularly, why not consider buying rechargeable batteries and a battery charger to go along with them? Click below for more tips on how to “take charge” of potential waste!


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