Green Holidays/Events

How to Incorporate Your Eco-Friendly Lifestyle into Your Wedding

July 26, 2011

Although “going green” seems to have become the catchphrase of a generation of Prius-driving, politically correct adults, some people take the idea a little more seriously. It’s great that people are willing to change one or two things in order to feel like they’re doing their part to reduce some of the damage that the [...]

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How to Throw an Eco-Friendly Baby Shower

May 13, 2011

Most women who are tasked with throwing a baby shower will run right out for polyurethane balloons, non-recyclable plastic food service and utensils, and fresh-cut flowers. But if the mother-to-be that you’re throwing the shower for is dedicated to reducing her carbon footprint and living green, then perhaps you should take that into consideration when [...]

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Celebrate V-Day the Green Way

February 8, 2011

Finding ways to mesh your love of another with your love for the planet is not as difficult as you might think. Although most of the tenets of Valentine’s Day are firmly entrenched in the category of non-eco-friendly (flowers, chocolates, jewelry, huge meals, etc.), there are definitely ways around much of the waste and pollution that characterizes this consumer-driven holiday. You might have to get creative in order to show the one you love just how much you care, but Cupid’s arrow can be made green if you try some of these simple alternatives to the wasteful standbys of a traditional Valentine’s Day.

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Eco-Friendly Wedding Tips

January 13, 2011

In this day and age, everyone (especially those who are just embarking on life’s journey together) is looking to do their part to ensure that our planet remains healthy and safe for future generations. And as you plan your impending nuptials, the thought may have crossed your mind that you could be doing more to ensure that your wedding adheres to an eco-friendly agenda.

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Green Resolutions for the New Year

December 22, 2010

As the new year rolls around once again, many across the United States find themselves making their infamous list of resolutions for the year ahead. From developing better fitness habits to avoiding excess spending, resolutions can be tricky things to stick to, and many find themselves backsliding within a few short weeks. Instead of making grandiose resolutions that will likely never come to pass, this year why not focus on making small changes in your family’s environmental footprint? Implementing these simple changes will require next to no effort, and the satisfaction you’ll feel will keep you smiling all year long.

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How to Throw a Green/Eco Birthday Party

November 13, 2010

Although traditional birthday parties can be fun, they can also create a lot of unnecessary excess waste. From wrapping paper to paper plates, the trash starts piling high as guests begin to throw away their garbage. As it becomes increasingly important to reduce our carbon footprint, you may want to consider throwing an eco-friendly birthday this year. Whether it ‘s for your kids, or a friend, supporting the environment will only be a great addition to the birthday festivities. There are several ways to keep things green and in return, celebrating the day with little impact on our planet earth.

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Green Christmas Tips

October 31, 2010

Along with the cheery red of Santa’s suit, green is a color often associated with the holiday season. Unfortunately, between the massive amounts of gift wrap, energy-guzzling, decorative lights, and Christmas trees chopped down for display, Christmas can hurt the environment in multiple ways. By following some of these helpful tips, you’ll leave a minimal impact on our world this holiday season, without being a Grinch!

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Green Gifts for the Holidays

October 30, 2010

The holiday season often goes hand in hand with outright excess. From food to decorations to gift giving, it is the one time of year when people throw their eco-consciousness to the wind and commit egregiously wasteful and non-green acts. And it’s no wonder when you consider how much social pressure there is to conform to the “standard” style of gifting, which involves spending a lot of money on brand new (and harmfully manufactured) products. On top of that, between catering to your visiting family, making your home décor reflect the season, and cooking enough food to feed an army, you barely have time to think, much less think about what kind of impact you’re having on the planet. Luckily, there are some really easy ways to avoid the holiday hustle and go green with your gifts this year, even if you don’t have a lot of time (or money).

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Home for the Holidays: Some Eco-Friendly Alternatives

October 23, 2010

Your household waste output increases significantly over the holiday season (starting with Thanksgiving and ending with the New Year), and you aren’t the only offender. Nearly every home in America has the same problem, which can spell trouble for our already overflowing landfills (not to mention your utility bills as your energy and water consumption shoots sky high). But there are tons of ways to cut back on waste, conserve energy, and still have a happy holiday season. Here are a few ideas to get you off on the right carbon foot.

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How to Have an Eco Friendly Halloween

September 19, 2010

Halloween is a fantastic holiday—allowing us to have a great time, gorge ourselves with delicious, sugary sweets, and be someone (or something) that we’re not. If you tend, however, to be a person that loves to live green, you certainly don’t have to abandon this side of yourself during this festive fall holiday. There are a variety of ways to incorporate eco-friendly practices into Halloween for those that want to enjoy their celebration without making a huge dent on our lovely planet earth.