Green Living for Dummies (For Dummies Series)

Jeffrey, Yvonne; Barclay, Liz; Grosvenor, Michael

ISBN 10: 0061672831 ISBN 13: 9780061672835

Publisher: Harperaudio, 2008

Synopsis

Features strategies to apply green principles in your daily life

Minimize your impact on the world and enjoy a green lifestyle

Want to join the worldwide environmental initiative? This practical guide is packed with realistic ways to help the environment and create a better home for you and your loved ones, from reducing energy use and waste and scaling back reliance on your car to making a difference in your diet, at work, and in your community. You'll see how green living affects the environment—and why going green is great for your well-being!

Discover how to:

• Make eco-friendly home improvements
• Work greener transportation into your lifestyle
• Eat locally and organically
• Repair, restore, and reuse

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Review:

"Green lifestyle advice for the eco–aware." ( Ethical Corporation Magazine, March 2007) "Essential reading" ( Mature Times, Tuesday 16th May) "Green Living For Dummies is a unique book on how to live a greener lifestyle that provides practical, realistic advice" ( Prizes Galore, June 2007) "This book offers clear, practical, realistic advice on simple lifestyle changes..." (Finance Daily , June 2007) " ...introduction to taking simple steps towards sustainable living, a comprehensive guide to minimising your impact on the world around you..." ( Irish Examiner,  2nd June 2007) "Everything you always wanted to know about sustainable living", ( Organic Life , September 2007)   "If you′re eager to do your bit for the planet, but need more guidance on how to go about it–, you need this book!" ( Best , 4th September 2007)  "If you want to make some major changes but don’t know where to start, this guide offers practical advice..."( BBC Good Homes , November 2007) "...the essential companion for anyone just starting on their green journey... has helpful hints that even seasoned greenies will appreciate." ( House & Home Ideas , November 2007) "Each area is clearly marked and split into simple sections with actions for the reader to follow."  ( Resource UK , January 2008)

"Green lifestyle advice for the eco–aware." ( Ethical Corporation Magazine, March 2007) "Essential reading" ( Mature Times, Tuesday 16th May) "Green Living For Dummies is a unique book on how to live a greener lifestyle that provides practical, realistic advice" ( Prizes Galore, June 2007) "This book offers clear, practical, realistic advice on simple lifestyle changes..." (Finance Daily , June 2007) " ...introduction to taking simple steps towards sustainable living, a comprehensive guide to minimising your impact on the world around you..." ( Irish Examiner,  2nd June 2007) "Everything you always wanted to know about sustainable living", ( Organic Life , September 2007)  "If you′re eager to do your bit for the planet,you need this book!" ( Best , 4th September 2007)  "If you want to make some major changes but don’t know where to start, this guide offers practical advice..."( BBC Good Homes , November 2007) "...the essential companion for anyone just starting on their green journey... has helpful hints that even seasoned greenies will appreciate." ( House & Home Ideas , November 2007) "Each area is clearly marked and split into simple sections with actions for the reader to follow."  ( Resource UK , January 2008)

From the Back Cover:

Includes a guide to ethical shopping and investing Your introduction to taking simple steps towards sustainable living Packed with practical and realistic advice, Green Living For Dummies is a comprehensive guide to minimising your impact on the world around you. Here you′ll discover effective and simple strategies for making a difference in every part of your life from reducing energy waste in your home and cutting reliance on your car, to going green in the garden and at work. Minimise household rubbish Buy green energy Eat seasonally and organically Switch holidays for eco–tourism Teach your kids to be green

About this edition

• Publisher: Harperaudio
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0061672831
• ISBN 13: 9780061672835
• Binding: Audio CD