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Plants need light for photosynthesis, and to thrive and be healthy over time. You might think placing a plant near a lamp is just as good as placing it near a sunny window, but the reality is sunlight has red and blue ...Read More

Gold prices are at an all-time high, and many are turning their scrap gold into cold, hard cash. But if you think pure gold can only come from broken jewelry or coins, think again: You might have some scrap gold in ...Read More

New recycling technologies now allow you to leave plastic caps on bottles when recycling. The sorting machinery can now separate the caps from the bottles. Just give the bottle a quick rinse before reattaching the cap. By ...Read More

While some popular houseplants thrive indoors, they should never be transplanted outdoors, where they can become invasive. The snake plant, for example, spreads rapidly through underground shoots and can crowd out native ...Read More

With forecasts predicting one of the coldest winters on record, there are simple ways to stay warm while staying eco-friendly. Use natural sunlight to your advantage -- open curtains and blinds during the day to let in ...Read More

Flying can take a toll on the environment, but a few simple choices can make your trip more eco-friendly. Opt for daytime flights instead of nighttime ones, because contrails and cirrus clouds formed by aircraft trap heat ...Read More