We don’t like to pat ourselves on the back too much, but we think we generated some great content this year! In case you missed any of it, we picked out what we and other readers thought were our best eleven articles.
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Or, pick from our favorite articles below!
20 Postconsumers New Year’s Resolutions
With the New Year coming up, it’s a great time to revisit our suggested postconsumer resolutions from last year. We even managed to achieve some of them. If you’re looking for a list to start from for crafting your own 2014 resolutions, this is a comprehensive place to start. We still think this list is useful, and that’s why it made our list of favorites! Read more.
Who Was the Most Environmentally Friendly U.S. President?
It surprised us that this turned out to be one of our most popular pieces of content ever! It also surprised some of our readers who the presidents were who made the list. Here’s a hint: Just because somebody is a high profile liberal, it doesn’t mean that he or she is great for environmental concerns. Not surprisingly, the number of recent presidents on the list is “very few.” See the list.
21 Eco-Friendly and Romantic Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Our team had a fun time putting together this list of bright and colorful ideas. There are some that you may have thought of, but many of them are truly unique and creative. And you don’t need to limit yourself to just Valentine’s Day! Use these tips to create planet-friendly ways to show your romantic side any time of the year. See the list.
Five Ways to Consume Less When You Go Out to Dinner
We did an entire series of articles on how to consume less in various areas of your life this year. By far the most popular one included tips and advice on how to use less waste, food and energy when you’re going out to eat at a restaurant. With holiday celebrations happening as we speak, it’s a particularly useful article at this time of the year. Read more.
Facts About Plastic Bag UseWe’re pretty sure that most of our regular readers get tired of hearing us say “reusable bag” over and over again! But we’re passionate about the cause, and we’re proud of this article that explains plastic bag facts from what we think is an unbiased standpoint. After all, the argument really isn’t entirely black and white and we want you to make informed decisions. Get the facts.
Four Ways Becoming a Postconsumer Can Help Your Taxes
Being a good green citizen can help your pocketbook and your balance sheet too! We weren’t surprised that this was one of our most popular pieces of content this year. And, sadly, we weren’t surprised that many of the tips on being green while taking advantage of incentives weren’t common knowledge. As you’re getting ready for tax season, keep these facts in mind. Read more.
Satisfaction Tip: Take a Day to Go to a Farmers’ Market
Being told about the eco- and health benefits of a farmer’s market is common place, but we love this article because it also talks about the mental and emotional health benefits of a day at a farmer’s market. Read it to get a fresh perspective on why you (or somebody you know) should embrace a day at your local market or outdoor co-op. Read more.
The Power Always Lies with the (Post)Consumer. Empower Yourself.
It’s always good to remind yourself that you’re not a cog in a machine and that you, in fact, do have an enormous amount of power. That’s the point of this article. Every time you buy (or choose not to buy) something, you send a message about what companies and government need to prioritize. This is a great read (or share) to get in touch with just how much control you have. Read more.
Trash Miles: The Dirty Truth Behind America’s More Eco-Friendly Landfills
While Googling an unrelated topic one day, we were shocked to learn about what a huge carbon footprint the more eco-friendly landfills that America has spent decades building leave. Before you send your trash to the landfill, be sure to understand these facts about how far your trash is hauled and how much of an impact that leaves. Get the facts.
What’s the Difference Between a Postconsumer and a Minimalist?
We get asked this question a lot, so we figured it was time that we put our thoughts on it together. We were thrilled with all of the positive feedback it received. If you’re trying to embrace the idea of “less” then this is a great place to start. Understanding the difference between postconsumerism and minimalism can give you an idea of where you want to be on the spectrum. Read more.
What Exactly is “Consumer Season?” Is it a Real Thing?
To understand how consumerism impacts your life, we think it’s important that you understand the idea of “Consumer Season.” This year, we took the time to explain how marketers and executives think of the consumer calendar and what impact that has on how they make decisions and, believe it or not, on how you make decisions. Read more.
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