Full Circle BREEZE Composter Makes Composting Easier
April 18th, 2016 | by Becky Striepe
The folks at Full Circle sent me their BREEZE kitchen compost collector and compostable bags to try out*, and I am in love
Browsing the "Composting" Tag
Save Water with Composting Toilets
February 22nd, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Composting toilets are easy, green, and don't smell bad!
How to Make Compost Tea
January 12th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Before you pull up a chair and Grandma's delicate China tea set, read about how to make this garden libation which will not only replace toxic fertilizers and chemicals, but will make use of your kitchen leftovers. Here is a simple way to make compost tea this week.
Composting for the Masses
July 12th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Everyone should compost. It's so easy and a great way to do your small part to help our environment. But what does it take to compost?
Green Your Thanksgiving by Eliminating Food Waste
November 19th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and although this holiday is designed to celebrate the bounty of fall harvests and [&hellip
Growing Your Garden This Spring
March 26th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
Springtime already? Whether you are a city dweller or country farmer, now is the time to start growing the garden [&hellip
Responsibly Managing Waste on Boating Trips
March 13th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Imagine crystal blue waters glinting off the bow, a soft breeze rustling the sails above your head, the sun warming [&hellip
Plumbing Products that Preserve Water, Energy, and Funds
December 19th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
We all like to save money. If we can save money while benefiting the environment, then all the better! Plumbing [&hellip
Say “BOO!” to Waste This Halloween
October 2nd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Halloween may not have the largest carbon footprint of all the holidays, but it does generate its share of unnecessary [&hellip
Planet-Loving Plumbing
August 17th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
As the human population of planet Earth continues to grow, supplies of resources like fuel for energy and fresh water [&hellip
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