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Top 10 for Earth Day (or more!) - a list by zoesah

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My top 10 products that get to the heart of conservation and awareness. Start with the idea of each of these and you won't get so overwhelmed with eco-guilt. **** Reduce packaging **** Remember reusable bags **** Support local farmers **** Give the gift of charity **** Watch the chemicals (esp. w/ kids!) **** Conserve resources (save $$$) *** Remember the pets!

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50 Gallon Rain Barrel Urn

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For those that need something functional to be attractive ~ here ya go!
This 50 gallon rain barrel comes with a hook to hang a garden hose and a planter at the top....now why are you just letting all that rainwater flow away?

Updated Apr 6, 2009

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Intermatic WH21 Electric Water Heater Timer

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It gets great reviews on easy installation and savings of approx. 33% on electric bill. Many users say they have the water heater set to be on for only 4 hours a day (around peak usage) instead of 24! Sometimes I wonder why logic has to be bought!

Looks like these are easy to find around Amazon and maybe your local store. (via Ideal Bite)

Updated Apr 3, 2009

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Swheat Scoop Natural Cat Litter

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I've been using this for a few months now and I do not have ANY complaints, other than the fact that I don't have to worry about my kitty inhaling clay particles into her lungs. Tips: it's never good to put a thin layer of any litter down, load it up and it will clump beautifully. My cat never missed a beat (though she is not picky either) nor did I. Plus the box is paper, much better than the plastic litter containers. I have found it at many stores around town.

Why try it?? It isn't much more than traditional clay litters, it's purely processed wheat (a renewable source), it's 100% biodegradable and non-toxic, flushable with low dust.

Updated Jul 15, 2008

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Repel : Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent

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If you are like me - a world-class mosquito attractor, then you have searched high and low for a DEET-free spray. Well, while in Puerto Rico, we went on a night kayak trip to the biobay. The guides urged us to use this eucalyptus spray, saying it is strong (*whew! Indeed) and effective. DEET adversely affects the little glowing organisms (in addition, to us, as it is a probable carcinogen).

It's not easy to find though! Just shop around your city and you will eventually find it. Family safe and made from renewable resource (lemon eucalyptus). Would also be safe for pets, as dogs can get heartworm from mosquitoes.

Updated Oct 10, 2008

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Wire Bin Composter, 3 bin composter

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If you don't know the beauty of leaf mulch, then I'm here to tell you: It's fabulous! Recycle your leaves for delicious nutrients in the spring.
Small yard owners need not make excuses - this is for you!

Better than chicken wire, as this is supposed to not rust.

Updated Oct 25, 2008