Consumer Corner

Woman Clothes Shopping

Sustainability, but Make It Fashion

As a society we are all about speed – especially when it comes to what we wear. Fast fashion is a term that denotes...
Landfill

Recycling the Right Way

Recycling is a necessary conservation effort that everyone across the United States should participate in regularly and, when properly implemented, can be cost-effective for...
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What to Do with Old Appliances

Caring about the planet and climate change means doing all that you can to mitigate your climate footprint. After the holidays, there are huge...
Kitchen Compost Pail for Homes

How to Compost at Home: Don’t Let Your Food Spoil, Turn it into Soil

Household waste has always been an ongoing issue. While there are all kinds of waste at home from packaging to old clothes, have you...
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How to Winterize Your Home: Top 3 Environmentally Savvy Ways

With colder months quickly approaching, it can be helpful to have a checklist for winterizing your home so you are prepared and unexpected damage...
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Why Do Gas Prices Increase in Spring and Summer?

Increases in the price of gasoline during the spring and summer months are typical. As we enter this time of year, we explain the...
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What Is Energy Star?

If you have appliances, home electronics or a heating and cooling system, you may have noticed an Energy Star label on one - or...
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Consumer Corner: Game of Thrones – Behind the “Fire and Fury”

Well, Game of Thrones is officially over, and while many of us are still grappling with a lot of mixed emotions on how it...
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Ways Consumers Can Save During Summer Driving Season

With the summer driving season in full swing and gas prices averaging around $2.85 per gallon, accounting for higher gas prices in your family...
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Spilling the Beans on Sustainability

Coffee is one of people’s favorite pick-me-ups, and what better way to enjoy your cup of joe in the morning than by knowing that...