It’s April and the first quarter of 2022 is behind us. The calendar might say it’s spring, but old man winter isn’t ready to release his grip just yet. As pandemic restrictions relax, I’ve noticed a drop-off in blog activity. Nevertheless, those who are still actively blogging continue to put out amazing content. Read on for my March 2022 roundup of 5 inspiring March blog posts.
Simple ideas for a green and sustainable spring
It’s April Fool’s Day. Will you be playing any pranks on your loved ones and co-workers? I thought about posting some sort of joke or silly prank but couldn’t come up with any good ideas. Instead, I’ll leave the joking for others and continue to celebrate spring. If you’re looking to adopt some new eco-friendly habits, today’s post has ten ideas for a green and sustainable spring.
10 fun ways to celebrate Earth Hour
Earth Hour is tomorrow evening at 8:30 p.m. You may be a regular participant, thinking about participating in Earth Hour for the first time, or just looking for something to do on Saturday night. No matter which camp you fall into, you won’t want to miss my list of 10 things to do during Earth Hour.
Do you know the 5 Rs of waste reduction?
Today is Global Recycling Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the importance of recycling in preserving our resources and securing the future of our planet. To mark the occasion, today’s post will look at the impact of recycling, and why we need to look beyond the blue box and adopt the 5 Rs of waste reduction.
40 things I no longer buy (and don’t really need)
One of the most common excuses I hear against adopting a greener lifestyle is “it’s too expensive.” That’s why I get frustrated when I see articles like Everything you need to buy to go zero waste. Living a more sustainable life doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. In many ways, it can save you money. As proof, today’s post is a roundup of 40 things I no longer buy since going green.
What is the true environmental cost of NFTs?
The popularity of NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, exploded in 2021. Six months ago, I had never heard of them. Now, hardly a day goes by that I don’t hear something about them, and their impact on the environment. Today’s post will look at what NFTs are, how they work, and why they’re used. Finally, I’ll explore the true environmental cost of NFTs.
Searching for the best eco-friendly air fresheners
Seasonal scents are such a delight to the senses. The aroma of pine at Christmas, pumpkin spice and apples in fall, and spring flowers at Easter time instantly gives the home a seasonal feel. But there are so many things not to like about many air fresheners on the market. Let me take you on a sensory adventure as we search for the best eco-friendly air freshener options.
Bars! The simplest plastic-free swap you can make!
My Three Favourite Bars—from July 2019—was one of the first posts here on Boomer Eco Crusader. In that post, I introduced three unwrapped—or naked—bar products. Replacing plastic bottles with bars is the simplest plastic-free swap you can make.
Since that early post, I’ve added many more bars to my personal care and household routines. Today’s post is a roundup of all my favourite bar products. I hope it will inspire you to give one or two of them a try.
A plastic-free Christmas is harder than you think
Is a plastic-free Christmas achievable, or is it an impossible dream? As I strive to live more sustainably, I’ve made great progress in eliminating single-use plastic in all areas of my life. But every once in a while, I see plastic that I hadn’t noticed before—and Christmas is no exception. In today’s post, I’ve got an update on several changes I still need to make in my quest for a plastic-free Christmas.
Real or fake? The great Christmas tree debate!
Real or fake Christmas tree? Which do you prefer? It’s a topic most people have a strong opinion on, largely based on what they were used to when growing up. In today’s post, I’ll bring some clarity to this emotionally-charged question with an objective look at the advantages and disadvantages of real and artificial Christmas trees.