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Find out what is greenwashing and how to avoid it.
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What is Greenwashing? 5 Ways to Avoid it

  • January 12, 2021
  • Sara Goddard
What is greenwashing? You’ve heard the term before, but do you really know what it means? More importantly, how do you avoid being greenwashed? What is Greenwashing? So … what…
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Make it a green new year with these resolutions!
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Make 2021 a Green New Year: 30 Easy and Effective New Year’s Resolution Ideas

  • December 22, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
Yes, 2020 was a year for the history books, and not in a good way. There were some bright spots during the year, but I must admit that I’m looking…
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Green gifts for good protect our planet while delighting the giftee!
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9 Gifts for Good That Support Environmental Causes

  • November 30, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
Running out of gift ideas? Whether it’s the holiday season, a birthday, or any special occasion, consider giving a gift that also supports a worthy environmental cause. These green gifts…
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Eco-friendly gift giving isn't just about the gift. Eco-friendly wrapping is just as important!
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An Eco-Friendly Gift Giving Guide to Green Your Holiday Season

  • November 27, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
We think of the holiday season as a time of no-holds-barred generosity and abundance, but it’s also an incredibly wasteful time. It doesn’t have to be! Check out Green That…
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Keep it natural for an eco friendly holiday.
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Green That Holiday: 7 Easy Tips to Make it an Eco Friendly Holiday

  • November 16, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
Even with the challenges that 2020 has hurled at us, with a little planning, it’s easy to “green” your holiday. Try these easy tips to make yours an eco friendly…
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How to communicate about climate change panel discussion.
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How to Communicate About Climate Change

  • November 10, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
What’s the most effective way to communicate about climate change so that it resonates with those who are doubtful or are skeptics?  That was the main topic of a recent…
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An eco friendly school lunch is good for you and the planet!
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Everything You Need to Know to Pack an Eco Friendly School Lunch

  • November 5, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
This school year comes with a variety of extra considerations and concerns. Whether your kids are attending school full-time, taking some classes online, or spending the entire school year at…
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Leaf mulching adds valuable nutrients to your soil.
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Leaf Mulching: 4 Easy Steps for a Green and Healthy Yard

  • October 25, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
It’s fall, and with the start of the season, people haul out the rakes and leaf blowers in an endless quest to remove all trace of leaves from their properties.…
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Vote for the Planet! Here's how.
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Vote for the Planet! Your Complete Voter’s Guide

  • October 16, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
Calling all environmentalists, climate activists, tree huggers, and greenies: Vote for the Planet! Yes, I’m talking to you — that person who’s a committed and caring protector of the environment;…
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Yes! You can have a fun AND green Halloween!
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Your Ultimate Guide for a Green Halloween

  • September 29, 2020
  • Sara Goddard
Ugh. When I think about how much I wasted over countless Halloweens … It’s scary! Yes, it’s entirely possible to have a fun and frightening Green Halloween. It just needs…
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Green That Life is your guide for sustainable living. Its purpose is to provide practical tools, tips, and resources related to a variety of sustainability topics, including waste reduction, pollution prevention, food waste, environmental activism, and more.

Green That Life founder, Sara Goddard, is an environmental activist, sustainability adviser, and elected official. Sara’s mission through GTL is to provide original content that helps inform and inspire.

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    Make 2021 a Green New Year: 30 Easy and Effective New Year’s Resolution Ideas
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