Diane MacEachern's Profile | Typepad

This is Diane MacEachern's Typepad Profile.

Join Typepad and start following Diane MacEachern's activity

Join Now!

Already a member? Sign In

Diane MacEachern

Best-selling author, green business guru, green living and shopping, expert, successful eco-entrepreneur,

Interests: Sustainability, green business, using consumer clout to protect ourselves and the planet, the relationship between the health of the environment and our own health, green living, green shopping, responsible consumerism, simplicity

Recent Activity

Make Your Spring Cleaning Green With Plant-Based Cleansers

Don’t you think it’s ironic that many cleaning products actually contain ingredients that, while maybe not dirty, can still make you sick? No wonder millions of people have decided to make their spring cleaning ‘green’ by choosing plant-based cleansers free... Continue reading

Posted Apr 22, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Put a Little Yuzen in Your Life

Treat yourself or someone you love to a little zen - not through meditation, though you may certainly do that on your own, but with the help of a beautiful Yuzen box and the thoughtful, organic and plant-based balms, fragrances,... Continue reading

Posted Apr 21, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Money-Saving Green Tips for Earth Day and Every Day

Are you one of those people who say, “I’d love to go green, but it costs too much money!”? On Earth Day, all of us here are sharing our stories so you know that just the opposite is true! My... Continue reading

Posted Apr 21, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

2

Ecocentric Mom Box Review

My Ecocentric Mom Box is always full of an interesting and surprising array of product options I never knew existed. Here's what I discovered in the March/April box: For your body: Bach Original Flower Remedies - Bach has distilled 38... Continue reading

Posted Apr 15, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

1

The Nest Thermostat Can Help Build Your Nest Egg by Saving You Energy & Money

We've long been advocates of programmable thermostats to save you energy and money. But have you heard about the Nest Thermostat? It's called the "learning thermostat" because it actually learns from your own behavior in your home to help you... Continue reading

Posted Apr 14, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Follow the LEED: Breaking Down the Pros and Cons of a LEED Certified Home

You've probably heard about something called a LEED Certified Home, but do you actually know what it is? LEED, which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a program sponsored by the U.S. Green Building Council. It encourages... Continue reading

Posted Apr 14, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Don't Replace Trans Fats with Conflict Palm Oil. Neither are Healthy For Your Family.

When you read the label on the processed foods you buy at the supermarket, what do you look for? I've mostly been on the hunt for information about calories, sugar and fat content, transfats, and synthetic chemicals like food dyes... Continue reading

Posted Mar 20, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

What Can We Learn from UK Businesses, which Waste £7 MILLION Each Day on Energy?

With energy costs continuing to rise, wherever you are in the world, individuals and businesses alike are struggling to save money. Our disposable income is having to stretch much further; most of us have to make the most of what... Continue reading

Posted Mar 20, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

LED Lights Brighten Rooms, Save Time & Money

If you have a computer, cell phone, printer, even a television set, you are already using LEDs, even if you didn’t know it. Now you can take advantage of this great money-saving green technology for the light bulbs you use... Continue reading

Posted Mar 7, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

2

UK Green Deal Programs to Help Homeowners Pay for Insulation, Save Money

Insulating your home is probably the most important step you can take to use less energy and save money on heating and cooling bills. The United Kingdom has created a series of financing programs to help homeowners pay insulation costs... Continue reading

Posted Mar 7, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

The Pros and Cons of an Electric Car

Are you thinking of buying an electric car? You’re not alone. Thousands of consumers are motivated to save money on fuel and do their part to stop climate change and clean up the air by burning less gasoline. But what... Continue reading

Posted Mar 6, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Cool Roofs Save Energy & Money, Help Fight Climate Change

Having a “cool” roof is pretty hip – but that’s not only what “cool” means in this case! Cool roofing refers to the use of thermal roof coatings that reflect sunlight away from the house, rather than absorb it, as... Continue reading

Posted Mar 5, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

EcoCentric Mom Box: Soap, Serum and Chocolate

EcoCentric Mom pulled together a fun and helpful collection of new green products to try this time around. They included: Soap - Not just any soap, but a full-sized bar of Wildly Natural Seaweed Detoxi Cellulite Soap featuring coffee and... Continue reading

Posted Feb 10, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

10 Ways to Be a Green Valentine

Valentine’s Day is for lovers – and for people who love Nature, too! Here are a few natural ways to celebrate your special someone, with thanks to Fresh Flowers for sponsoring this post. Candles – Choose candles made from beeswax... Continue reading

Posted Feb 6, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

5

Resources to Help Environmental Lawyers Succeed

Citizens, non-profit organizations, civic and community groups, and governments rely on environmental law to ensure their rights to health and safety and protect our natural resources. To succeed in the courtroom, it’s critical to stay abreast of what environmental laws... Continue reading

Posted Feb 4, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

2

Plug-In Hybrids: Pros & Cons

Hybrid cars have been around for years now, but if you take a look at the latest electric models available many of them are advertised as "plug-in hybrid" cars. What’s the difference between regular hybrids and plug-ins? Hybrids Generally, hybrids... Continue reading

Posted Jan 29, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

How to Plan an Eco Vacation That is Fun, Affordable, and Makes a Difference

Like the idea of being an eco-tourist, but not exactly sure what that means? Most of my trips meet three criteria: they're fun; affordable; and make a difference in some concrete way. The fun part is simple to define. I'm... Continue reading

Posted Jan 24, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Solar Charging Tables Power Up Campuses, Malls, Disaster Areas & More

When your power supply goes on the fritz, or even if you simply need to supplement the power available on the regular grid, what can you do to keep electricity flowing and your electronics working? Increasingly, communities are turning to... Continue reading

Posted Jan 19, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Consumer Choice in Electricity: An Easy Way to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

I live in Maryland, where it is possible to source my electricity from clean, renewable energy instead of from coal-fired power plants. That's because in my state (and several others), the utility industry has been deregulated so that competitors can... Continue reading

Posted Jan 17, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Fight the Polar Vortex With Warm Wool Sweaters and Socks

Wondering how you can stay warm when the polar vortex and other cold winter weather strikes? I turn to wool, for everything from socks to sweaters to underwear. CHOOSE SAFE AND HUMANELY PRODUCED WOOL The trick is to find wool... Continue reading

Posted Jan 8, 2014 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

5

Planning a Trip to Europe? Ride a Bike When You Get There.

According to cycletoworkday.org, there are currently more than 760,000 commuters cycling to work regularly in the UK alone. This two-wheeled trend is happening all over Europe, with bike hire schemes becoming one of the most popular ways for vacationers and... Continue reading

Posted Dec 20, 2013 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

4

When Should You Sue to Protect the Environment?

When should you take polluters, companies, governments or other citizens to court for failing to protect the environment? The simple answer is, "When they break the law." In most nations of the world, important laws now exist to protect clean... Continue reading

Posted Dec 17, 2013 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

5 Ways to Drive More Efficiently and Save Money, Use Less Gas

As you shop around to find a fuel-efficient vehicle, you'll notice different average mileage figures given for driving in the city and on a motorway. Yet there are many other reasons why a car's mileage could vary. Fuel economy can... Continue reading

Posted Dec 13, 2013 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

Indoor Plants Refresh Stinky Air, Make People Happy!

We spend close to 90% of our time indoors. Shouldn’t we want to be breathing the cleanest, freshest air possible? One way we can do so is by installing plants in the rooms where we work and live. Gaddy's Plant... Continue reading

Posted Dec 11, 2013 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

2

Is It Time to Give Your Office a Green Make-Over?

People spend almost a third of their lives at work, yet many offices and industries haven’t taken important steps to “green” their facilities. That’s a mistake, for two key reasons: · 1) Research shows that productivity increases when people work... Continue reading

Posted Dec 11, 2013 at Environment, Organics, Fair Trade & Recycling at Big Green Purse

0

More...

Subscribe to Diane MacEachern’s Recent Activity