Products We Use: Refillable Deoderant
If you're looking for an easy low waste swap, your deodorant is low hanging fruit. You use it every day. It comes in a plastic container...
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Our Green Journey
Welcome to the GreenLifeNH blog where you can read all of our newest posts. Topics include NH State Parks, Zero Waste Wins & Struggles, What's Bringing You Joy?, local interviews, Rachel's1000 Hours Outdoor Challenge, Gift Giving Guide, and more! Explore our complete post list here, and don't forget to subscribe to receive our latest posts straight to your inbox!
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Rachel
- Jul 22, 2022
- 3 min
Zero Waste Wins and Struggles
It's been a while since I've done one of these updates so I figured it's time. Like everyone else, we've been hot and trying to survive...
Hannah
- Jul 12, 2022
- 2 min
The Blue Zones Challenge: How a Healthy Lifestyle is Good for You AND the Planet
A few years ago I learned about the Blue Zones, a study that tracked the habits of the longest-lived, healthiest people on Earth. The...
Hannah
- Jun 28, 2022
- 3 min
Plastic Free July - A Brief How To Guide
You may have heard of Plastic Free July, a global movement encouraging people to reduce their plastic waste to zero for a whole month....
Hannah
- Jun 14, 2022
- 2 min
15 Surprising Things You Could Be Composting
Most people know you can compost your kitchen scraps, but don't limit yourself to carrots ends and mushy apples. Almost anything made of...
Rachel
- May 20, 2022
- 2 min
Respect Your Things, Part 2
I was talking to Hannah the other day and telling her I was using my April break to catch-up on errands, such as running to the tailor...
Hannah
- Apr 27, 2022
- 6 min
Our 100 Day Dress Challenge: Your Questions Answered
When my daughter and I decided to do Wool&Co's 100 Day Wool Dress Challenge, I thought it would be a fun bonding experience for us and a...
Hannah
- Apr 19, 2022
- 4 min
Eco-Challenges to Try for Earth Day
Want a greener lifestyle, but feeling intimidated? Change can be hard, but challenging yourself to trying something for a set amount of...
Alyssa Walker
- Mar 31, 2022
- 6 min
Five Questions with Angie Miller of Plymouth SoapWorks
I was so excited to interview Angie Miller, owner of Plymouth SoapWorks on Main Street in Plymouth because she makes the best shampoo I...
Rachel
- Mar 18, 2022
- 4 min
Gas Prices Have Gone Up, Now What?
As the senseless and heartbreaking war in Ukraine heightens, so do our gas prices. Like many, my family watches our dollars and it's been...
Hannah
- Aug 31, 2021
- 3 min
Our Low Waste Travel Kit
When I first started to strive for a zero waste lifestyle, I spent most of my time, money, and effort trying to reduce or eliminate waste...
Hannah
- May 25, 2021
- 2 min
My Low Waste Morning Routine
It occurred to me it might help to see how some of these low-waste behaviors fit together in a normal day, so today I’m going to share my...
Hannah
- May 11, 2021
- 4 min
In Defense of Doing Things the Hard Way
My dad, who had patiently been teaching me to drive for weeks, was finally somewhat relaxed in the passenger seat of his car for the...
Hannah
- Mar 25, 2021
- 2 min
Green your Shaving Routine
Daily habits – like shaving – can be hugely wasteful. Each year, people go through can after can of shaving cream or gel, tons of...
Hannah
- Sep 22, 2020
- 3 min
A Guide to Eco Hydration
We hear a lot about ethical and sustainable eating, but drinking often takes a back seat. Not today. Let’s focus on how to hydrate...
Hannah
- Sep 10, 2020
- 2 min
How Bad are Bananas? The Carbon Footprint of Everything Review
I love this book! I read it first in 2010 and it has shaped a lot of my decisions since then. I am rereading it now to refresh my memory....
Hannah
- Jun 25, 2020
- 1 min
Your Period can be Low Waste too!
For many women, having their period means a pile of trash each month – used tampon applicators, wrappers, pads, and the boxes they all...
Rachel
- Jun 25, 2020
- 1 min
Do You Carry a Water Bottle?
Sounds simple, but carrying your own water bottle is one way to easily and effectively make a small eco-friendly change. You don’t need...
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