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As we say here at altCon, Happy Hallowgreen! It’s that time of year again.  The pumpkins are out, the candy is everywhere you turn and you’re constantly trying to answer that same old question: “what are you going to be for Halloween?”  October 31st is notoriously wasteful: individually wrapped candies, one time use costumes, lights on [...]

Even the most eco-conscious people often put their sustainability values on hold when planning corporate or social events.  This doesn’t have to be the case.  Here are some easy tips and resources for green event planning. Getting Started Put together a planning committee and make sure everyone knows your green goals. Publicize your event as a sustainable event, [...]

I have been the queen of recycling since a fifth grade science class required each student to collect aluminum cans in their home over a certain period of time and then take them into the recycling center. In California, cash was given in exchange for the cans and at the end of the project my mom let me have half the money. Money was a great motivator to me then – and later on, I learned the true advantages of recycling. A s a mom of two young kids, I want to teach them to be respectful of ou

When it comes to green cleaning products you obviously want a  non toxic cleaner for your home.  Some of the green cleaners are easy to make with ingredients you probably already have on hand.  Just a few basic items are all you need to clean safely and completely.  You can even make flea powder for your pets in a natural way. Vinegar is a neutralizer.  If you want to maintain the color of your clothing, add some vinegar to the wash water to set the dye.  With the addition of some lemo

The cool and crisp days are upon us and as you prepare to turn up the heat, winterize your home.  Did you know theaverage family spends $1,400 a year on energy bills, with nearly half of that spent on heating and cooling? Energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment sized and installed correctly, with properly sealed ducts, [...] Post from: Green and Clean Mom (TM) all rights reserved. Winterize Your Home and Save Some Green