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Some insect pests just bug you. Yet being an environmentally conscious American, you don’t care for many of the pesticide sprays or baits that are commonly used to deal with insects either. How can you protect the environment and your enjoyment of the great outdoors this summer? Here are some unique ways to curb common insect pests:

Living green doesn’t mean yielding your yard to birds, bugs and critters that can be both a nuisance and a health hazard. It’s possible to keep unwanted animal guests away from your gardens, landscaping, lawn and outdoor living areas without contributing to the groundwater contamination associated with many chemical pesticides.

With just a few minor changes, we can all make a big difference to save our planet’s future. Fanny Lu provides some simple steps to demonstrate how she throws a "green" party with friends.

Memos, reports, invoices, forms, presentations and instructions are the trademark of a busy office – and signal the vital role paper plays in it every day. Yet Xerox Corporation studies show that office workers throw away 45 percent of documents within 24 hours of printing them.

Not getting enough ZZZs? Feeling less than rested in the morning? Take a look around your bedroom and you might discover that you don’t have a sleeping disorder, but rather a room that’s not restful. If sleep continually eludes you, it’s time to take a look at your surroundings and take some steps to create a true sleep sanctuary.