disposable packaging

How Eco-Friendly Is Online Shopping?

Posted by Su Avasthi on November 26, 2007 - 10:30am.

On Cyber Monday or any other day, is online shopping better for the planet than driving to stores to buy gifts that've already been shipped there?

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Free Lunch, But at What Cost?

Posted by Belinda Miller on August 15, 2007 - 5:08am.

Turns out there is such thing as a free lunch, but it's poorly packaged and not very nutritious.

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The Women Behind Waste-Free Lunches

The Women Behind Waste-Free LunchesPosted by Belinda Miller on May 25, 2007 - 10:14am.

"Why can't I have Lunchables?"

Even though my daughter is only 2 ½, I can almost hear the wailing begin. As a parent, trying to cut down on disposable packaging can be a trying task. With all the "cool" (read "wasteful, unhealthful") stuff on the grocery store shelves strategically aimed at kids, the teachable moments are many. A kid's desire and elemental reasoning can be mortal enemies.


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Crimes of Packaging

Posted by Su Avasthi on May 13, 2007 - 9:24pm.

Packaging abuses are everywhere. What's the worst example that you've come across lately?

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Make a Clean Sweep

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If you don’t use it, then lose it! The Zen Organizer Regina Leeds explains why getting rid of the old is the smartest thing you can do this spring.
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