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A New Year’s Challenge: 30 Days of Climate Action

Posted on December 31, 2021January 1, 2022by Anne-Marie Bonneau

30 Days of Climate Action kicks off Jan 1. When you sign up, you’ll receive a daily action to take to address our changing climate.

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7 Ways to Spot Greenwashing and How to Avoid It

Posted on January 30, 2020January 23, 2022by Anne-Marie Bonneau

We consumers want to do the right thing and marketers know this. Hence the vague language, fuzzy animals and other greenwashing tactics.

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Plan to Reduce Waste

Posted on January 19, 2020January 26, 2020by Anne-Marie Bonneau

When in human history have we ever not had to plan ahead for our needs? Overnight shipping is only a recent development.

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Reusa-Bags Upcycled Produce Bags Community Map

Posted on October 19, 2019April 9, 2024by Anne-Marie Bonneau

Have a group that sews produce bags? Fill out a few questions to get on the map. To contact a local group, click on a pin in the map for the organizer’s email.

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How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds for a No-Waste Snack

Posted on October 18, 2019November 1, 2024by Anne-Marie Bonneau
cast iron skillet used to roast pumpkin seeds

Carving a pumpkin this Halloween? Save your pumpkin seeds and roast them in olive oil, salt and your favorite savory seasoning.

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Mexican Hot Chocolate Made on Demand

Posted on October 13, 2019December 13, 2021by Anne-Marie Bonneau
frothy Mexican hot chocolate made with homemade almond milk

Say no to plastic bottles of chocolate syrup and hot chocolate packets and yes to Mexican hot chocolate with a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg and cayenne pepper.

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49 Zero-Waste Ways to Save Thousands of Dollars

Posted on September 9, 2019June 8, 2022by Anne-Marie Bonneau

Some aspects of zero-waste living cost more but most cost less.

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How to Replace Plastic Packaged Frozen Fruit

Posted on July 11, 2019May 8, 2023by Anne-Marie Bonneau

Follow these simple steps to freeze seasonal, local fresh fruit without the plastic.

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How to Sew a Simple and Inexpensive Utensil Roll

Posted on July 3, 2019May 24, 2024by Anne-Marie Bonneau

Make this utensil roll, stash it in your bag and wield your real cutlery everywhere you go to deflect the disposable stuff for plastic-free eating.

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