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Category Archives: Gardening
Tool Libraries Reduce Plastic Waste
When I lived in Canada, I had the basic power tools required by the unwritten laws that men live by. There were already big box stores in my neck of the woods when I moved out on my own, so … Continue reading
Growing Your Own Food
I am not an expert on this subject, please do yourself a favor and seek out people who are. I just wanted to point out that a great way to cut down on food packaging is to have the food … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Food, Gardening, Health, PlasticLess Tips
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Enjoy Coffee With Less Plastic
Coffee is arguably the most important commodity in the world. In terms of dollars and cents, it is #2 after oil. Coal is said to have fueled the industrial revolution, but coffee was there as well. Its effect on the … Continue reading
March Madness
The front entrance area of my residence has transformed into some kind of gyre. The wind brings plastic bags and assorted other trash in from the street and it never leaves. On the bright side, there is usually an intact … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Garbage, Gardening, Plastic
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Myth Busters Weekend Marathon Part 6
The statements above sent me off on a little research jag. There is a little bit of spin and misrepresentation going on. Here are the facts behind the facts: The EN13432 standard requires 90% biodegradation within 90 days under commercial … Continue reading
Posted in Alternatives, Environment, Garbage, Gardening, Plastic, Society
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Don’t Stoop To Using Plastic Bags For Your Dog’s Poop
First things first, I think that the vast majority of the 44% of Americans and 30% of Canadians that own dogs shouldn’t. That is simply too many dogs. Many of them are left alone all day and develop separation anxiety. … Continue reading
Posted in Alternatives, Environment, Garbage, Gardening, Inspiration, Laws, Pets, Plastic, Recreation, Society
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The Grey Area of Green Marketing
Green used to mean money. More recently, green has come to mean environmentally responsible. Once enough consumers started shopping with the environment in mind, there is an ever increasing overlap. Companies are falling all over themselves appealing to concerned consumers. … Continue reading
Posted in Alternatives, Energy, Environment, Fashion, Food, Gardening, Health and Beauty, Home and Garden, Laws, PlasticLess Tips, cleaning
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What is this Plant?
I know that this is a bundle of parsley. I am asking about the very strong piece of grass that is used to tie the parsley into a bundle.
Posted in Alternatives, Food, Gardening
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Plastic Parts Recall
The plastic thing that is making the news today is a faulty leaf blower part that has been injuring people. The Toro Power Sweeper has a plastic impeller that has been falling apart and shooting out of the blowers. Ouch. … Continue reading
Posted in Alternatives, Environment, Gardening, Plastic, Toys
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A Lemonade Award? For Me?
Plasticless was unexpectedly given an award. It’s the kind of award that is a cross between a pat on the back and a chain letter. Many thanks to Live Life Veg for this award I decided to pass the love … Continue reading
Posted in Blogging, Gardening, Home and Garden
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