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Replace and Reuse Plastic Water Containers!
Just because you don't want to drink from your old plastic water containers doesn't mean you can't rethink their use.
Introducing Umbra
Another resource for green living tips, the Grist's Umbra Fisk provides more info on making cleaning products at home.
Keepin' the "P" Out of Our Lakes and Rivers
Tips for keeping phosphorus out of our lakes and streams
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle in North Idaho
How those of you in the Idaho Panhandle can manage your garbage
Community Amenities Improve Health
Community access to parks, sidewalks, and farmers' markets makes for healthier families.
It's Local, But Is It Organic?
After some research into milk production, I'm going to continue buying my local favorite!
5 Easy Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home
Here are 5 quick, inexpensive ways to weatherize your home and see some real energy savings.
Know Your Fish
A recent EPA study showed half of the lakes and reservoirs in the U.S. have fish contaminated with mercury.
Ways to Reduce the Trash you Produce.
A little shift in perspective can help you reduce the amount of trash your home produces.
Local Market Offers Taters Galore
Six Rivers Community Market in the panhandle is the place to go for a variety of potatoes.
Water Filters for a Clean Drink
The water coming from your facet may not be as clean as it could be. Find out what's in your water and get the appropriate filter to protect your family.
Boise—Check Your Smart Meter Online!
Idaho Power's smart meters provide up-to-the-minute online reporting and a detailed snapshot of your power use.
A Loud "No" on Food, Foil, and Plastic
Before you throw kitchen items in your recycling container, be sure you know the guidelines on their "recycle-ability."
Home Efficiency 101
Interested in learning how to save up to 50% on your home energy costs? Interested in reducing toxics in your home? Here's a course for you.
While You Are Sleeping
Running your dishwasher, washer or dryer, or charging your phone can promote energy conservation.
Sun is Shining. The Weather is Sweet.
As spring peaks around the corner, it's a nice time to plant some natives!
The Lawn Dilemma
So you can't bring yourself to do 100% xeriscape? Here are some ecofriendly and lawn-friendly tips.
Conserve Water With Ease
Conserving water is easy and helps create sustainable communities in Idaho.
Green Your Grilling
Here are some tips on how to make your next outdoor barbecue more environmentally friendly.
The Three R's Plus P?
Everyone's heard of the three Rs but you may not have heard of the P. It's called precycling, and here are examples of how to precycle.
Get Biking Directions Through Google!
Google's cool new mapping feature allows users to find bike routes in 150 cities throughout the U.S., Boise included!
Eco-Friendly Fall Cleanup
As the season of crunchy leaves and crisp weather approaches, check out some quiet and clean approaches for fall cleanup.
The Many Uses of Salt
Salt has many identities. Not only does it enhance the flavor of food, but it fights off bacteria and is a nonabrasive scrubber, handy for both the home and the body!
Too Many Catalogs?
Is your junk mail multiplying like rabbits? Here are two ways to try to tame the wilder side of mail.
Backyard Wildlife Too Much to Bear?
Be aware of the best ways to reduce human-bear conflict. Keep your community safe and the bears in your area healthy.
Dispose of Unneeded Drugs Safely
How to clean out your medicine cabinets without harming our waterways.
Fill Up That Dead Freezer Space!
Is dead space in your deep freezer adding dollars to your energy bill?
