By Chris Baskind •
August 30, 2007
Editor’s note: Football season is almost here, so Lighter Footstep’s Chris Baskind shares some tips for greening your tailgate party before the big game. Originally published on August 24, 2007.
Labor Day Weekend is just around the corner — and with it, the football and tailgating season in the United States.
It’s an annual ritual: head out to the game, break out the barbecue, and enjoy an afternoon with friends and family.
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By Chris Baskind •
August 8, 2007
Editor’s note: This week, Lighter Footstep’s Chris Baskind takes a look at an unusual development in alternative energy: burning expired drugs. This post was originally published on August 6, 2007.
Imagine this sticker above your light switch: Powered by Prozac.
No, it’s not likely that your local power plant will be swapping coal for old Celebrex tablets anytime soon. But a little free energy is the happy byproduct of drug disposal by Milwaukee-based
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By Chris Baskind •
June 13, 2007
Editor's Note: Today, Chris Baskind editor at Lighter Footstep writes on the importance of keeping dryer sheets at bay from our pets.
Well-meaning pet owners are using dryer sheets to control pet hair. Is this such a good idea?
We love our pets — and they love us. Which is the main reason dog and cat dander seems to get everywhere: on the sofa, your clothes, and your carpet. Your
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Editor's Note: This Week, Chris Baskind from Lighter Footstep explores going vegetarian and its impact upon the environment. You can check out the original post here.
Want to help the environment? Consider cutting back on the amount of meat you consume — or go vegetarian altogether.
It's not just a question of animal ethics. Meat production is humankind's least-efficient means of feeding itself. For every pound of meat that goes to the plate,
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