Monday, January 21, 2013

MLK: Environmental Pioneer


Did you know that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr was a pioneering environmentalist working to raise awareness about urban environmental issues and public health concerns? He understood clearly the devastating impact poor air quality and environmental pollution can have on a community and advocated for protection of natural resources informed and inspired by the Environmental Justice movement.

Monday, January 14, 2013

Green Clean: Microwave


Did you know microwaves are 4 - 5 times more energy efficient than a traditional electric oven? According to "The Green Book" (Rogers and McDonough, 2007), if everyone in North America cooked using only a microwave, we'd save as much energy as the African continent consumes in a year. 

Monday, January 7, 2013

MaidPure's Favorite Green Apps

Being green on the go is easier than ever with these apps for your mobile devices.  Know of an app we should include? Post it on our Facebook wall and we'll add it to the list!

Monday, December 31, 2012

Top 5 Green Resolutions

Happy New Year! While considering ways to start the new year off right, make living eco-friendly a priority for yourself and your family. Living greener is better for your health, helps save money and contributes to preserving our planetary resources. Here are the top 5 resolutions you can make to do your part:

Monday, December 17, 2012

Environmental Entertaining

As friends and family come to your home to celebrate the holidays, make your affair green.

Monday, December 10, 2012

Green Your Holiday Travel

According to Better World Club, the average US domestic flight emits about 1,700 pounds of carbon dioxide per person and in an average year, a vehicle emits 10+ tons of carbon dioxide.  Check out these easy ways to "green" your travel.

Monday, December 3, 2012

Top 5 Ways to Waste Less This Holiday Season

According to Use-Less-Stuff.com, Americans throw away 25% more trash from Thanksgiving to New Year's creating an extra 25 million tons of garbage.  Here are our top 5 ways to cut down on holiday waste: