Monthly Archives: September 2009
How Can You Recognize a BPA-Free Bottle After the SIGG Scandal?
| September 4, 2009 | Posted by Phila under Bisphenol A, bpa-free, Green Irene, phthalates, safe sippy cup, safe water bottles, sigg |
They were supposed to be one of the greenest green companies…their signature bottles sold in organic groceries, yoga studios, health centers and more. But today there’s a national uproar over the BPA found in the liners of SIGG baby bottles made before 2008. Sigg Aluminum Baby Bottles Has Trace Amounts of BPA — ABC News… more
Slow Down Rising Energy Costs – Without Spending a Penny
| September 1, 2009 | Posted by Phila under energy conservation, energy efficiency, energy vampires, energy-efficient lighting, environmental responsibility, how to go green, phantom energy loss, save energy |
As summer’s heat dwindles to nippy September nights, it looks like energy is going to remain expensive this winter. The good news? Heating and cooling accounts for up to 50% of the average home and office operating costs, so this is an area where you can save considerably with some simple, sensible adjustments. It’s easiest… more
How Big Is Your Footprint — In the Atmosphere?
| September 1, 2009 | Posted by Phila under carbon footprint, go green, going green, green lifestyle |
When you’re planning to green your home or business, one of the terms you’ll hear often is reducing your carbon footprint. What does this mean, and why is it important? Your carbon footprint is one way of measuring your impact on the planet. It represents the total amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases… more
