Comments on: A Frugally Green Garage Sale Giveaway

By: Tyler

Tyler — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 06:54:24 +0000

Jason, you make a great point. Sustainability has no “one size fits all” option. It’s all about doing what works for you. I’m sure that living on a hobby farm provides a lot of opportunities to preserve resources that many of us city dwellers aren’t able to take advantage of.

By: Jason

Jason — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 22:48:29 +0000

@Tyler and Kat -
I applaude your ability to live(or hope to) car free. I can definately see the positives of this lifestyle change.
As my goal is to live sustainably on a hobby farm, my values just don’t align with a car free lifestyle. I would be forced to live in an area that would not allow for the kind of life I wish to leave.
This is the balance between ideals and dreams that we must all find.

By: Randy

Randy — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 05:51:29 +0000

Promote peace. A peaceful planet is free of costly wars.

By: Tyler

Tyler — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:09:41 +0000

Thanks everyone! These are all great tips. I’m looking forward to highlighting them in a post in the future.

Don’t forget you can still get another entry until Friday by tweeting this post.

Cheers!

By: Rosemary

Rosemary — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:01:55 +0000

The best way to save money while saving the planet is to live close to where you work! Since I really wanted to live in Boston/Cambridge, I chose to work 3 miles away instead of 20+ miles away! In the summer I bike or take public transportation to work, and winter time I drive when it’s too cold or snowing.

We also live within walking distance from our main grocery store.

The rent in the city is not that different from being in the suburbs, so from that aspect it’s not too bad either!

By: Maureen

Maureen — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:56:42 +0000

Our family ‘improving the world’ strategy is the thing we’ve been telling our kids for years….want vs. need. It’s amazingly simple to figure out what you truly need and buy only those things that fit into that category. And like several other commenters, when we do need something, we try to buy ‘used’ as often as possible.

…not sure how this translates into having 4 dogs and 11 cats…mental health need?

By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:01:34 +0000

The best way to save money is to live with the minimum we need. The less we buy, the less we use and the less impact we have on the environment.

Of course, there are cultural and comfort concerns too.

By: Susie

Susie — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:44:17 +0000

Composting can save you some money on your garbage bill and your garden will thank you next year. It is easy to do and doesn’t have to take up a lot of space.

By: Kat

Kat — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 05:04:44 +0000

Sell the car! Ditching the (or one of the, for multiple car households) auto can be an amazing experience, both environmentally and financially.

By: Tyler

Tyler — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 02:27:43 +0000

Kevin – I’m all about buying used. I think I buy almost everything except food used.

ConsciouslyFrugal – You’re making me blush. Thanks for stopping by! I think it’s great that you’ve found such fulfilling work for yourself.

Jason – great tips for any one with or looking for a vehicle. I’m really trying to work towards going carless.

Keep the good stuff coming guys!