Sometimes, we aren't as efficient as we'd like to be: long hot showers simply feel nice after a long day; we forget to turn the AC off when leaving on vacation; we fall asleep with the TV on. Measuring our energy efficiency (or lack there of) is a good motivator to take those extra steps towards making our apartments more efficient. Luckily for us, there... [Read more...]

I have a love-hate relationship with grocery shopping. I love the cornucopia of goods available in my refrigerator after I shop, but I dislike the time it takes to shop (as well as the bill). Fortunately, I found a cool list of items that makes grocery shopping easy and enjoyable. Vegetable Bags The thin, plastic bags used to packaged a la carte vegetables... [Read more...]

Business is booming for Kansas City thrift stores in these tough times according to a recent article from the Kansas City Star. It’s a whole new world out there for thrift stores, so when green in wallets is in short supply it’s great to know that going green is all the rage. And what is greener than getting second-hand goods. Sales are sky rocketing... [Read more...]

Don't miss a weekend of great Earth Day activities in Kansas City's historic City Market! Coming up the weekend of April 9th and 10th, there will be a variety of events encouraging residents to live a more environmentally responsible lifestyle. On Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm, local businesses and organizations will be on hand to educate attendees about the... [Read more...]

Green cleaning is growing in popularity as more and more people realize the importance of taking care of the environment. But did you know that green cleaning can also save you money and be better for your health? Take for example this handy green cleaning tip from Apartment Therapy- How to Clean Your Bathtub With a Grapefruit and Salt. Not only will you be... [Read more...]

Do you make New Year's resolutions? If so, you might want to consider adding one more- why not make a resolution to "go green" in 2011? There are lots of little ways that you can change your lifestyle to be more environmentally conscious, from the way you clean your apartment to how you drive and shop, and the Daily Green has a great list of ideas to get you... [Read more...]

You may have forgotten someone on your holiday guest list...The earth. Check out these great tips from the US EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) to help you shop green this year. Take advantage of all the great shopping opportunities here in Kansas City, but don't forget to bring your re-usable shopping bag! If you have to drive to your shopping... [Read more...]

The weather is getting chilly here in Kansas City, so you're probably running the heat in your apartment. If you want to save money this year, make sure to use moderation when adjusting your thermostat. According to The Daily Green, for every degree you lower the thermostat in the winter, you can save from 1 to 3% of your heating bill! That makes is... [Read more...]

Want to know how to save 25% on your grocery bill? According to The Daily Green, we (all Americans) are spending too much on groceries, and not eating much of what we buy. Americans throw away an average of 25% of what we buy- about a pound of food per person, per day. If you find that number staggering, just think for a moment. How many times do you forget... [Read more...]

Spring is here, and the lovely weather is getting everyone outdoors, enjoying nature! It’s also a good time to do some planting to bring a bit of nature into your home. One of the great things about apartment living is that you don’t have a yard to take care of, but you can still surround yourself with plants. Container gardening is perfectly suited for... [Read more...]

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