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		<description><![CDATA[When choosing window blinds, aluminum is a smarter, more sustainable
option than plastic, PVC or fabric. Aluminum is one of the most
recyclable materials available -- it can be recycled repeatedly without
losing quality, which means old blinds are...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4209038</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/28/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it's time to get your backyard vegetable garden going, consider
giving young transplants a gentle nutritional boost. One creative option
is to save expired multivitamins and use them to enrich the soil. When
planting something like a bell ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4207893</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When investing in fine jewelry, it's worthwhile to consider the
environmental impact behind the sparkle. Mining new gold is a highly
destructive and unsustainable process, requiring extensive drilling and
blasting to extract even the smallest ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>May/26/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you have energy-saving solar-powered outdoor lights in your garden
that don't illuminate for as long as they used to, it may be time to
check the batteries. Solar-powered lights use rechargeable batteries
that charge during the day, using the ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4206704</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/25/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Even though vegetable oil comes from plants, it should never be poured
directly into the ground or garden soil. Once used, it breaks down and
can coat soil particles, blocking water and air from reaching plant
roots. It can also attract pests and ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>May/24/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you receive dry ice with frozen food deliveries, you can reuse it to
help pop out small, shallow dents in your car. Wearing thick gloves,
gently rub the dry ice over the dent for 30–60 seconds; the rapid
cooling can cause the metal to ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4200691</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/23/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you upgrade your cellphone, a new model often requires a completely
different charger. If your old charger becomes obsolete, here are a few
smart ways to handle it. First, keep it on hand in case guests visit and
need that type of charger. ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4199828</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/22/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[While they don't have to be sparkling clean, it's important that the
glass containers you put in your recycling bin are reasonably clean.
This often means using running water and scouring the last bits of food
out of a jar. Here's a win-win: Use ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4198978</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/21/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bees play a vital role in our ecosystem because they pollinate flowers
and food crops -- in fact, about one out of every three bites of food we
eat depends on pollinators like bees. Still, having bees hover around
when you're outdoors can be ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>May/20/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you have a container of old glue that has dried out and hardened? It
may be useless to you, but depending on its chemical composition, it
could spell trouble if thrown into the trash. Even in a hardened state,
solvent-based glues are very ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4155556</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/19/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Witch hazel is a natural astringent distilled from the flowers of a
shrub native to North America. It's often used to soothe acne-prone or
inflamed skin because of its powerful anti-inflammatory properties. In
addition, witch hazel has natural ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>May/18/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It's wonderful to experience the beauty of another country on foot, but
your hiking boots could be a source of contamination by bringing foreign
species into the United States. When you've traveled abroad, be sure to
have your boots cleaned before...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>May/17/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hydrogen peroxide is a common first-aid antiseptic because it helps
oxidize and break down bacteria and debris in minor cuts and scrapes. It
then decomposes into water and oxygen, leaving no harmful residue behind
when used appropriately. Beyond ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>May/16/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you think you have mold, don't reach for chlorine bleach. Yes, bleach
will kill virtually every kind of mold it comes in contact with, but it
only works on nonporous materials like ceramic tile and glass. It does
not penetrate materials like ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4094418</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/15/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Memory foam mattresses and toppers are made from petroleum-based
polyurethane foam, but they are not simply "melted down" like recyclable
plastics; because the material is a thermoset, recycling requires
breaking it down mechanically rather than ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4093724</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/14/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If your garlic press is sitting unused in a drawer, it's time to put it
to work beyond garlic. It can also crush dried herbs and spices to
create your own custom blends at home. Add whole spices like black
pepper, cumin, coriander -- whatever ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4092861</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/13/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tired of scrubbing your shower to fight mold and mildew? Try this
simple, nontoxic prevention trick the next time you shower. While the
space is still warm and steamy, sprinkle table salt over the tile, floor
and even the shower curtain. The ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4091775</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/12/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Did you know your old metal sports equipment can be reused, recycled and
even turned into cash? Scrap metal yards often accept items like old
bikes, dumbbells, soccer goals, metal baseball bats and golf clubs,
since they're made from recyclable ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4091774</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/11/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you enjoy the warmth and ambience of a backyard fire pit, a
gas-powered version is the greener choice. Wood-burning pits release
carbon into the atmosphere and can also pose safety risks from flying
embers and sparks. Gas fire pits produce ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4089601</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/10/2026</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lightening your car by removing unnecessary items can noticeably improve
fuel efficiency and handling. Focus on clearing out heavy trunk clutter
like unused tools, sports gear, extra fluids and accumulated junk, along
with interior extras such as ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/ecotips/s-4088601</link>
 
    <pubDate>May/09/2026</pubDate>
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