Twelve Practical Ways to Green-Up Your Autumn
Posted on 12. Oct, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
The arrival of autumn means cooler temperatures, darker evenings — and a last chance to get your home ready for winter. Here are twelve ways to get started!
Chickens In Suburbia: One Couple’s Foray Into Urban Homesteading
Posted on 30. Jul, 2009 by Julie Kailus in Living
Heard about urban homesteading? If not, you aren’t alone. Meet Everett Sizemore and Melissa Blakeslee, who are living a new lifestyle as suburban pioneers.
Carnival of the Green
Posted on 28. Jul, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
Lighter Footstep hosts the 190th edition of Carnival of The Green. Browse a great collection of articles submitted by some of the Green web’s top writers.
5 Ways to Put the Joy Back into Going Green
Posted on 27. Jul, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
Anyone who says it’s easy being green hasn’t worked at it too hard. Fighting green burnout? Here’s how to get back on track.
Feeling Guilty Because You Can’t Afford Green Products? Don’t.
Posted on 22. Jul, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
There are plenty of healthier, greener products on the market these days — at a price. But in a struggling economy, green choices aren’t always black and white.
Ech2o: Filtered Water When You Don’t Have a Filter
Posted on 20. Jul, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
Bottled water is a rip-off — unless you bottle your own. Here’s a stainless steel water bottle with a handy, built-in filter.
She’s Just One Girl — Who Are You?
Posted on 17. Jul, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
It’s easy to be swamped by the world’s problems. Maura Bennett knows she’s just one girl — but can make a difference. See this remarkable 11-year-old’s film.
20 Ways for Renters to Stay Cool and Save Money this Summer
Posted on 14. Jul, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
More people are renting than ever. But most energy saving tips are geared to homeowners. If you rent and want to cool down your summer power bill, start here!
Time Is Running Out to Spend a Buck for Charity
Posted on 01. Jul, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
A buck at a time, we can make a difference! Here’s your last chance to help a worthy environmental charity — for less than the price of a soft drink.
Please Give Just $1 For The Charities That You Help To Choose
Posted on 24. Jun, 2009 by Chris Baskind in Living
Lighter Footstep is teaming up with nine other environmental websites to help spread a little good — one dollar at a time. Won’t you help?