Green Ideas
Florida is a great place to live, work and play. There are many scenic areas to explore and Pinellas County has many parks and preserves to get in touch with nature. Living a green lifestyle supports...
View ArticleGreen it UP!
There are lots of great ways to green up the holidays and focus on what is important. Spending time with family and friends, conserving resources (and money), de-stressing the holidays, and finding...
View ArticleGreen Travel
Spring is the time we begin to think about family vacations and enjoying the beauty of Florida. Taking your green practices on the road may be challenging, but with a little preparation you can be...
View ArticleKeep the Green Going
Living Green is easy when you explore money saving tips for water, energy, waste, landscaping and food. University of Florida Extension provides a wealth of information to keep you motivated on your...
View ArticleSolar Energy Updates
What’s new for solar energy in Florida? Solar energy sounds like the perfect solution to create a sustainable, clean and renewable energy source. So, is Florida moving towards more solar energy?...
View ArticleA Green Holiday
There are great ways to reduce waste, save money and commit to a better environment during this holiday season. The holidays can be a stressful time if consumerism becomes the focus. Focusing on happy...
View ArticleGreen Resolutions for 2015
Have you set your new “green” resolutions for 2015? Are you still forgetting that reusable bag for the grocery or not quite off the bottled water yet? Each year brings a new opportunity to see how we...
View ArticleSustainably Sweet Celebrations
Sustainability fans always refer to the “sweet” spot – a point at which economic profits are in balance with environmental and social gains. Well, this February, think about these choices as you search...
View ArticleCreate a Healthy Home
Do you know how healthy your home is? Do you worry about toxins and air quality in the home? We spend the majority of our time indoors and it can have serious health impacts. The products we purchase...
View ArticleTips for a Healthy Home
Warning labels include caution, warning and danger/poison which is important for consumers to understand. There are many easy ways to make sure your home is a healthy environment for your family. Read...
View ArticleGreen Tips for Summer Road Trips
Are you one of the estimated 41.9 million Americans who will travel 50 miles or more this summer? Are you on your way to that family reunion or summer wedding? Do you need a short vacation without all...
View ArticleLive Simply with Solutions for Your Life
As you begin to check off the lists that you’ve prepared for 2016 and perhaps those of 2015 that haven’t been accomplished yet, let’s consider how the University of Florida Extension Service can...
View ArticleChemicals in the Home
Creating an Eco-Friendly Home can be confusing but start by looking at the chemicals that you use and store in your home. We use a variety of chemicals in our homes that may be toxic. Always read the...
View ArticleSolar Energy Updates
What’s new for solar energy in Florida? Solar energy sounds like the perfect solution to create a sustainable, clean and renewable energy source. So, is Florida moving towards more solar energy?...
View ArticleA Green Holiday
There are great ways to reduce waste, save money and commit to a better environment during this holiday season. The holidays can be a stressful time if consumerism becomes the focus. Focusing on happy...
View ArticleGreen Resolutions for 2015
Have you set your new “green” resolutions for 2015? Are you still forgetting that reusable bag for the grocery or not quite off the bottled water yet? Each year brings a new opportunity to see how we...
View ArticleSustainably Sweet Celebrations
Sustainability fans always refer to the “sweet” spot – a point at which economic profits are in balance with environmental and social gains. Well, this February, think about these choices as you search...
View ArticleCreate a Healthy Home
Do you know how healthy your home is? Do you worry about toxins and air quality in the home? We spend the majority of our time indoors and it can have serious health impacts. The products we purchase...
View ArticleTips for a Healthy Home
Warning labels include caution, warning and danger/poison which is important for consumers to understand. There are many easy ways to make sure your home is a healthy environment for your family. Read...
View ArticleGreen Tips for Summer Road Trips
Are you one of the estimated 41.9 million Americans who will travel 50 miles or more this summer? Are you on your way to that family reunion or summer wedding? Do you need a short vacation without all...
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