In keeping with Earth Day we think it’s important to point out some of the other practices we can put in place to reverse some of the impact we have on the earth we reside in, we think it’s fitting to be concerned about the toxic waste we generate as well as our carbon footprint.  You can protect our waterways from toxic run-off by using care when maintaining your yard, auto as well as pets, such as:


Checking cars on behalf of leaks—use sawdust or cat litter to soak up spills.  Double bag as well as put in trash.
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It’s not often you come away from a fabulous dinner feeling inspired to manufacture radical changes in your life.  But this week at Luz, one of my favorite spots in Brooklyn, you can. 
In honor of Earth Day, proprietors Vivian Torres as well as Pedro Muñoz of Monterey, Mexico took the idea of reducing their carbon footprint to a whole new level.  They not only sourced foods that were organic as well as from sustainable origins but they cut off all their energy consuming luxuries.  For two days, Tuesday as well as Wednesday, Luz cooked as well as served using no electricity, gas - this means no refridgeration, no lights, no credit card machines.
What’s amazing is that they not only did their part to help demostrate to all of us that they care as well as are committed to do their part, but they admit they’ve learned something from the process as well as wil adapt their pr

You probably know all of this, but just in case: RECYCLE
·         adhesive 
·         aluminum cans
·         carbonless paper
·         cards 

Here’s a two week experiment on behalf of reducing your fuel consumption

Week 1:
·         Put a notepad as well as pen in each car
·         On Saturday morning, fill your vehicles with gas as well as jot down the miles you currently have on each

When thinking about naturalizing your yard as well as plantings, don’t forget your pool systems as well as furnishings.

Most pool chemicals (chlorine, etc.) are caustic as well as some are even thought to be carcinogens.   They create chemical backwashes, require lots of energy as well as require consumables such as replacement cartridges.
A good alternative to traditional pool systems are pool ionizers.  They don’t create any chemicals as well as the only other thing you’ll require to add to your pool is a pH leveler. It’s a much safer way to retain your pool clean as well as sanitary.   One source on behalf of eco-friendly pool systems as well as products is Ecosmarte http://www.ecosmartepool.com/environment-faq.html and Belle Island Pools in Darien, Ct. is a good local source on behalf of installation and service.  <