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It's one thing for a product to generally wear out, quite another for a manufacturer to ensure a part of it does within a desired timeframe. Planned obsolescence fuels hyperconsumption which impacts heavily on wallets - and our environment.
No - not the color; I mean environmentally-friendly stuff :). If you're considering installing a pool or have one, there are some pretty simple things you can do to make your backyard swimming hole a little more earth friendly.
De-icing is a major and recurring task for many people in the Northern Hemisphere. While it's important that our roads, driveways, footpaths and sidewalks are safe, we need to spare a thought for the environment in regards to de-icing activities.
Heating water for the home is a real energy sucker. Perhaps a water heater blanket might save you a few bucks on electricity or gas bills - and your dollar saving will be a saving for the environment too.
Particle board, or chipboard is a very common material used in the construction of houses and furniture. It's cheap to buy and is very useful, but components of it can be highly toxic.
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