4/23/11

The next time you order pizza from your local joint, ask them to do one simple thing: place a sheet of aluminum foil on the bottom of the box, then put the pizza on top. This accomplishes two things: One, it helps keep the pizza hotter, longer, and two, it prevents grease from leaking onto the bottom of the box. A clean pizza box is a recyclable one; a greasy one is one that should be put in the trash. Don't forget: Clean aluminum foil is also recyclable in your curbside-recycling bin.

4/22/11

Today, Earth Day, the Origins beauty company is giving people the chance to trade in one of their existing skin care products (any brand) for a free, full-size cleanser at any Origins retail store or department store counter. Customers will have a choice between the Checks and Balances face wash or A Perfect World antioxidant cleanser. All of the packaging collected will be recycled through the company's Return to Origins Recycling Program.

4/21/11

If you're choosing blinds for your windows and live in a hot climate, avoid metal blinds. During the day, the sun's rays can heat up the metal blinds and essentially turn them into a hanging radiator in your home. The better solution is to look for fabric blinds like cellular shades or bamboo to block out the light and help keep your thermostat down.