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Being Green During the Holiday Season

Posted on December 18, 2012 by goalzero

Before the holiday’s hit, consider doing something good for the environment. You know we love that. We’ve come up with some shopping and household tips to make your winter holiday season a little bit greener! 1. Buy local. There are actually quite a bit of benefits to buying local food and our personal favorite is its smaller environmental footprint. Buying local can potentially cut down on having to purchase packaged, processed foods. 2. Ditch the disposable dinnerware. You probably don’t know that disposable dinnerware contributes to about a 25 percent increase in household waste during the holidays! 3. Make recycling … Continue reading →

Eco-Friendly Travel Tips

Posted on August 28, 2012 by goalzero

We’re all about travelling, but with 715 million annual international arrivals worldwide, the carbon footprint is getting big. We wanted to share a few tips on how to minimize your impact on the environment without sacrificing your wanderlust. During the planning stages: • Select eco-friendly lodging. Do a little research and find a good green company. Things to look for include: recycling programs and hotel principles that reduce consumption (i.e. they use energy-conscious products) • Instead of renting a car, book a hotel with close public transportation that you can utilize during your visit. • Check-in to your flight online … Continue reading →

Lighten up a Little: Ultralight Hiking and Camping Tips

Posted on June 19, 2012 by goalzero

We’ve seen some serious hikers survive off of lightweight packs that keep them flying fast. We have a few suggestions for you on how to shave off extra pounds from your pack without sacrificing safety. Do without. There may be a lot of hype around luxurious hiking and camping gear, but it can add a lot of weight so be sure to ask yourself if it’s really a necessity. We think you’ll survive without that ultra-plush sleeping pad and three-room tent you just bought. Leave those items for the next car camping trip and lighten up your load. Make modifications. … Continue reading →