Green Living: Surprising Household Uses for Vinegar

The vinegar in your cabinets can tackle numerous cleaning jobs around the house.

When you are striving to find new ways to go green in Irving, you need to begin looking at everything differently. If you really want to "go green," you should examine your relationship with trash, recycling, usage of natural resources and so much more. You also are going to need to look at things you use around the house like your cleaning supplies. Many … [Read more...]

Need a Green Cleaner That Works? Here’s One Perfect Solution

Need a Green Cleaner? Here's One Perfect Solution

If you're trying to ease your way into green living, but don't know where to start, consider changing the way you clean.  Conventional cleaners often contain harsh chemicals and can be expensive.  A perfect solution is to opt for a green cleaner that serves multiple purposes. A green cleaner that will work hard to keep your home clean is hydrogen … [Read more...]

Lower Your Laundry Costs and Impact on the Environment, Too

Lower Your Laundry Costs and Impact on the Environment, Too

When we have the ability to go green and help save the earth, it’s a pretty great feeling. It’s also pretty amazing for the perennially broke or just always doing without to lower their bills whenever possible. So when you can combine both your impact on the earth while doing something frugal like being able to lower laundry costs, that’s pretty great, … [Read more...]

Energy-Saving Tips For Your Las Colinas Apartment

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Everyone would be glad to have a little more room in their budget for evenings out with friends or entertainment.  Cutting energy costs can lead to a greener planet and thicker wallet.  Check out these hot tips for energy-efficient apartments in Leesburg. Cut out excess energy: Turn down the temperature on your water heater if you are able to, and make … [Read more...]

3 Ways To Go Green In Irving & Get Fit

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You can go green and get fit simultaneously in Irving with a few simple steps.  Just turn off your electronics and gas-burning possessions, and do things the old fashioned way at Lincoln Las Colinas. Bike to work, class or the store on Irving's paths, trails and open spaces.  Review the city's bicycle safety tips and guidelines before you hit the … [Read more...]

Dallas Whens Award for Recycling Education

The Green City Award by Waste and Recycling News was awarded to Dallas this year. The City of Dallas has the most effective recycling education program for a large city in the US. This is great news for Lincoln Las Colinas residents as Dallas is such a major factor in the Irving community. Having such a large and bustling city nearby that respects the … [Read more...]

Earth Day News and Community Info

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Happy Earth Day everyone!!! While there are probably many Earth Day activities around the town, I wanted to tell you that if you go to Starbucks today, you'll receive a FREE cup of coffee! All you have to do is bring in your own mug! And if you leave yours at home, you can purchase a tumbler or a travel mug from the coffee shop for 20 percent off! Now … [Read more...]

3 Reasons You Should Clean GREEN This Spring

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Reason number 1: Mother Nature will adore you. When you make your own Green Cleanser from natural substances like vinegar or baking soda, Mother Nature will rise to sing your praises! Birds will sing, flowers will bloom and YOU will be the hero! Not only can you clean any surface safely with vinegar or baking soda, but the planet doesn't suffer one bit … [Read more...]

Green Apartment Living: GREEN Gift Ideas You’ll Love

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Living the GREEN Apartment Life? Then GREEN Gifting this holiday is for you! Green minded holiday shoppers are looking for ways to give GREEN this holiday. If you're one of them, consider gifts from your kitchen. Consumable gifts are a great GREEN gift that's always received with a grin. Taffy, fudge, granola or cookies packaged in a nice, recycled or … [Read more...]

Green Apartment Living: The Eco-Minded Pet

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Is your dog living the Green Apartment Life? For the happy little eco-minded pooch in your life, the holidays present the PERFECT time to give GREEN Pet Gifts that he or she will love chewing to pieces! Mother Nature gives her stamp of approval on gift giving that keeps the environment in mind. When shopping this season for your pet, consider things like … [Read more...]