Earth Day tipid tips

Apr 23, 2009 by FN's Shar Bareng

growing_plant.jpgDo you go green only once a year—just on Earth Day (celebrated yesterday), for instance?

Well, here's another reason to be environmentally conscious every day: while you're doing the planet a favor, you also save a lot of money. Consider these green habits from TheDailyGreen.com and see the difference in your expenses a month after you’ve tried them.

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Conserve energy this summer

Apr 16, 2009 by FN's Shar Bareng

saveenergy.jpgEarth Hour has come and gone, but that doesn't mean we should stop trying to save energy. With Earth Day coming on April 22 and Meralco announcing a 54.55 centavos per kilowatt-hour (kWh) increase this month , we certainly have more reasons to be conscious of energy issues. Unfortunately for us, summer also marks the peak of electricity consumption, especially for those who can't sleep without air-conditioning on hot nights.

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Tips for a recession-friendly vacation

Apr 2, 2009 by FN's Shar Bareng

While we're excited about filing our vacation leave for summer, we can't help but worry about rising travel expenses. Peak season means higher prices, even if travel agencies, resorts, and transportation firms offer summer promos and despite word that travel costs went down because of the recession.


Your budget for travel may have reached an all-time low, but that doesn't mean you have to scrap your travel plans. Here are some ways to help you enjoy a summer getaway even as you scrimp on costs.

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