Entries tagged Holidays

1. EcoGeek's guide to saying 'thanks' to Dad

   By Raegan Payne Posted Wed Jun 11, 2008 9:00pm PDT for ecogeek

   

   You still have time to give the old man a good, green gift. Read full post »

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   • Shopping,
   • Holidays,
   • Books,
   • Biking,
   • Electronics,
   • Gifts,
   • Solar Power,
   • Water

2. A modest proposal: an extreme green Valentine

   By Vera H-C Chan Posted Thu Feb 14, 2008 10:19am PST for greenpicks

   

   Three outside-the-gift-box ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day in a green way. Read full post »

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   • Shopping,
   • Holidays,
   • Romance,
   • Cleaning,
   • Recycling

3. Last-minute Valentine's ideas

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Wed Feb 13, 2008 2:09pm PST for greenpicks

   

   There's still time to shower your sweetie with earth-friendly goodies. Read full post »

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   • Shopping,
   • Holidays,
   • Romance,
   • Tips

4. How sweet is that message?

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Tue Feb 12, 2008 9:02pm PST for greenpicks

   

   Three reasons why Valentine's conversation hearts are not eco. Read full post »

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   • Food and Drink,
   • Holidays,
   • Romance,
   • Pollution,
   • Veggies

5. Vegan cupcakes take over the world

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Feb 8, 2008 4:13pm PST for greenpicks

   

   Raising dairy cattle uses a ton of resources, and baking without milk, eggs, or butter is easier than it sounds. Read full post »

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   • Food and Drink,
   • Holidays,
   • Romance,
   • How-To,
   • Veggies

6. Advice for the Lunar New Year

   By Vera H-C Chan Posted Tue Feb 5, 2008 8:52pm PST for greenpicks

   

   Look to Chinese traditions around the Lunar New Year, and start 4706 off on a green path. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Holidays,
   • Gifts,
   • Veggies

7. Recycle wrap or not?

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Wed Dec 26, 2007 9:40am PST for greenpicks

   

   Putting holiday papers in the recycling bin depends on the type of wrap and where you live. Read full post »

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   • Holidays,
   • Gifts,
   • Recycling

8. Regifting is good for the environment

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Dec 21, 2007 12:38pm PST for greenpicks

   

   Four reasons why an anti-regifting stance is bad advice. Read full post »

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   • Shopping,
   • Holidays,
   • Gifts,
   • Recycling

9. Sharing an Earth-friendly Christmas feast

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Dec 21, 2007 12:04pm PST for greenpicks

   

   Some traditional Christmas dishes eat up a lot of resources, but it's easy to find alternatives. Read full post »

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   • Food and Drink,
   • Holidays,
   • Veggies

10. No more stuff

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Thu Dec 20, 2007 3:46pm PST for greenpicks

    

    Give something that doesn't require wrapping paper or ribbons, but still means a lot. Read full post »

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    • Holidays,
    • Gifts