Biofriendly DIY

biofriendly fuel conservation

Biofriendly Fuel Conservation Tips We All Can Use

With gasoline prices between $5.00-$6.00/gallon here in California, I figured now would be a good time to talk about fuel conservation tips. So, in this month’s Biofriendly DIY, we’re going over actions you can take to help reduce your fuel consumption and make your travels a little more biofriendly. With the holidays coming up, we’re […]

water conservation

Be More Biofriendly With These 10 Water Conservation Tips

Depending on where you live, you may be aware of the extreme drought many areas are currently experiencing. As water conservation is so key in this day and age, this month’s Biofriendly DIY is going to focus on 10 water conservation tips you should employ starting right now. When used, these tips can help you […]

National Get Outdoors Day

Family-Friendly Activities for National Get Outdoors Day

Saturday, June 11th is National Get Outdoors Day. This means it’s the perfect time to gather your family, and friends, and get outside for some family-friendly activities. Now, the idea behind National Get Outdoors Day is not only for people to get out and enjoy some time in nature, but it’s to do so locally. […]

ride a bike

10 Biofriendly Reasons to Get Out and Ride a Bike

If you haven’t already heard, May is National Bike Month and, as such, it’s the perfect time to bring up the benefits of riding a bike. Bike riding isn’t just for kids or professional riders. Hoping on a bike and pedaling around town can have numerous health benefits for pretty much anyone at any age. […]

eco-friendly initiatives

Building a Better Community With Eco-Friendly Initiatives

As a member of the community you have a lot of influence. People listen to you, and, in many cases, your advice can help them, or the town, in general. One of the talking points you should add to your agenda is how to integrate new, eco-friendly initiatives.  By discussing how volunteering, building eco-friendly houses […]

sustainable flowers

A Guide to Giving Sustainable and Ethical Flowers

What better way to show your loved ones you care about them than by giving them bright, beautiful blossoms? Flowers have always been a common way to show affection for others and they’re still a great way to show your loved ones you care about them. Whether you send flowers to your partner, your mother […]

Gumdrop bin

Making New From Old: 10 Unique Products Using Repurposed or Recycled Materials

The best way to make a difference in your life is to change some of your habits to benefit you and the Earth. Repurposing items, or using recycled materials, is the easiest way to make your house more eco-friendly and stop excessive spending. As long as you’re smart with your spending, you can contribute your […]

Can We Forge Green Steel?

As efforts are under way to move steel production away from coal-fired furnaces, which produces around 8% total global emissions, manufacturing green steel is no easy task. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we look at ‘green hydrogen’ as one potential solution, how these changes will impact the developing world, and our riveting chat reminds us that whoever smelt it… dealt it.

carbon offsetting

The Beginner’s Guide to Carbon Offsetting

When looking at the constant, evolving issue of global warming, it’s hard to overlook humans have been inherently responsible for an increase in global greenhouse gas emissions. While everyone has a responsibility as an individual to make smarter and more eco-friendly decisions, unless there is global widespread change, it will amount to very little. Collectively, […]

eco-friendly face masks

5 Eco-Friendly Face Masks Made With Non-Toxic Ingredients

When was the last time you treated yourself to a self-care day? You don’t need to visit a pricey spa — especially when you can make your home celebration healthy and eco-friendly. You can DIY recipes for delights, like face masks that work as well or better than those on store shelves.  You’re a hard-working […]