Jennifer Chait

RIVERWIRED BLOG: GREEN HOME

Jennifer is a full-time unschooling mama to Cedar, professional blogger, and freelance writer. She's a tad obsessive about architecture, green living, music, and travel. She recently moved back to the lovely, rainy, Pacific Northwest after too many New Mexico years.

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  • Green your books - eco-reading tips Aug 2, 2009

    There are a ton of green home and green living books out there, and you know the funny part; few are printed on recycled paper and while many are helpful, many of these books end up tossed away. If you’re... more

  • Low-cost help for the poorly weatherized home Aug 1, 2009

    I know it’s hot as blazes, (it’s been around 100 in Oregon) but this is actually a good time to think about your home’s energy use during the winter. Right now there are programs available for low-income families that can... more

  • Five simple ways to care for the planet Aug 1, 2009

    You can do so many things to go green but sometimes the best things are little things that you do over and over without fail. These small changes add up. Here are some great ideas… Buy recycled and recyclable packaging only:... more

  • What’s in an eco-friendly pantry? Jul 29, 2009

    Eco-friendly kitchen pantries have some common themes… Bulk food items in reusable bulk bags and containers. Bulk food cuts down on packaging considerably and most eco grocers and co-ops have fab bulk sections with everything from spices to flour to cereal... more

  • ECOlunchbox Kit - Gorgeous Waste Free Lunches Jul 29, 2009

    I tend to stick to home topics here, but since back-to-school time is rapidly approaching, and because I know some of you must take a lunch to work, we’re going to be looking at some cool waste-free lunch kits over... more

  • How to make recycling easier for your kids Jul 27, 2009

    Recycling should be a family affair but to kids, especially young ones, it can seem super complicated. Which recyclables go in which bin, which stuff is actually recyclable vs. trash, and which items can be reused or donated before you... more

  • Homemade Non-Toxic Citrus Creamy Cleaner Jul 27, 2009

    Traditional, conventional creamy cleansers clean ok, but often contain chemicals, fake fragrances, and preservatives plus other junk that’s not healthy for your home or health. In fact, many creamy cleansers on the market tell you to wear gloves before using... more

  • Water Saving Laundry Tips Jul 25, 2009

    Laundry with kids is a pain - it’s never ending! Am I wrong? And I just have the one child; all you parents with 2, 3, and 4 + kiddos amaze me. Do you ever stop washing clothes? There are... more

  • WIN $100.00 Worth of Earth Friendly Products for the Home Jul 24, 2009

    You may remember that we’ve looked at Earth Friendly Products here before, such as their Orange Plus Surface Cleaner and their All-Natural Ice Melt. I really like most of the Earth Friendly Products I’ve tried and right now you can win... more

  • What is low-impact living? Jul 23, 2009

    Low-impact living, in basic terms, is living lightly, or as lightly as you can on the planet. Everything we do, from the day we’re born, affects the planet. Your goal as someone who wants to live green and protect the... more
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