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The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget: Save Money. Save Time. Save the Planet. Kindle Edition

by Josh Dorfman (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 18 ratings
“A must-read for anyone who wants to live well and still reduce their impact on the planet.” (David de Rothschild, author of The Global Warming Survival Handbook and host of Sundance Channel’s Eco-Trip: The Real Cost of Living)
 
In The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget, Josh Dorfman takes you inside the latest developments in green living to demonstrate how you can easily and affordably have your designer jeans and your planet too. From raising eco-conscious kids to greening your daily commute, Dorfman provides insights into the next wave of green innovation and the products and services that will lighten your planetary impact and lower your expenses.  Find bargain basement deals on stylish organic bedding and bamboo furnishings at the largest retailers in the world. Score instant rebates on everything from compact fluorescent light bulbs to energy-efficient air conditioners. And earn reward points for carpooling with friends.  In a time when many people are feeling financially restricted, The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget is your guide to effortlessly saving the planet while keeping some extra cash in your pocket.
 
“Fun, easy, and inexpensive. Josh Dorfman shows that going green can help you look and feel fantastic, and this time it makes perfect dollars and cents.” —Summer Rayne Oakes, model-activist and author of Style Naturally: The Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion and Beauty
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  1. Print length
    226 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Stewart, Tabori & Chang
  4. Publication date
    March 1, 2011
  5. Grade level
    8 and up
  6. File size
    4.8 MB
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About the Author

Josh Dorfman is the author of The Lazy Environmentalist:  Your Guide to Easy, Stylish, Green Living (Stewart, Tabori & Chang) and host of The Lazy Environmentalist television series on the Sundance Channel.  Dorfman is also the founder and CEO of Lazyenvironmentalist.com, a resource for consumers seeking the best green products and services, and of Vivavi, a retailer of modern, green furnishings.  He lives in New York City.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004Q3RTSS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Stewart, Tabori & Chang (March 1, 2011)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 1, 2011
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.8 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 226 pages
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  • jw408
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2009
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    I was particularly excited for this book as I always want to do what I can for the environment but, being a graduate student with very limited income, felt constrained by the cost of a lot of the recommendations for ways to go green. This book delivers exactly what it promises - a lot of practical, easy, low-cost (even cost-SAVING) ways to alter your lifestyle and soften your footprint on our world. There are great resources here, and I love that this helps to make a green lifestyle more accessible to everyone.
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  • Fragrance free
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget: Save Time. Save Money.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2014
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    I really like this book. I have read probably at least 8 green books, this one is on top of my list. It had some really good links, like products that I have never heard before. I like the way he wrote it too, more informal.
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  • Jane F. Redshaw
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book
    Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2009
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    This book gave me a quick easy to read education on Saving the Planet !!! I bought copies for my friends as well ... we need more education on this topic to improve our awareness on what we need to take action on ...Awesome!!!!
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  • Ron
    3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2017
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    I bought it for a gift. Haven't read it.
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  • Pauline Maxwell
    5.0 out of 5 stars Environmentally friendly on a budget
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2010
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    I read this one without stopping. I really enjoyed and benefitted by the info. I would certainly reccommend it. PM<
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  • Jacob
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2015
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    Great read.
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  • J. Weaver
    5.0 out of 5 stars Common Sense Approach To The Environment
    Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2009
    I am often asked about my green philosophy. I know why it vexes some people when they see a vast dichotomy between a stance and actions. I distrust most of the green movement, thinking much of the science is bunk and many of the proponents looking to cash in on a panic that they are creating. That said, I am an avid recycler at home, always looking to save energy, money and reduce waste. I often argue that these actions should be the backbone of conservatism.
    In my search for easy and cheap ways to reduce litter and clean up my micro-sphere, I am greatly helped by The Lazy Environmentalist aka Josh Dorfman. Not only is he a blogger, but through his lectures and books he is spreading the word of easy and effective solutions for people at home. To that end he has now released a new book, The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget. This book is truly helpful, always looking for the easy and cheap but effective way to make your life greener.
    Unlike many environmentalists, Dorfman is no scold. He embraces companies like Clorox who are introducing green alternatives to the long running lines of home cleaning supplies. The book also gives you the best alternative, followed by sound alternates that cost less, embracing the notion that every little bit helps. I cannot stress how important his attitude is in changing minds. We all know that close-minded zealots turn people off; while Josh excites people with his down to Earth approach. If others copied his attitude, what a different world this would be.
    As a prospective parent, I am mighty glad for the chapter dealing with baby stuff. We all want to start out on the right foot, not wasting money on items that the child will out grow so soon and then have a ton of waste. I am thankful for the list of alternative stores and products. The same for less toxic cleaners that are every bit as effective as their poisonous cousins, no parent wants toxins when a harmless alternative that costs comparable or less is available.
    This is the second book on this subject by Mr. Dorfman. The first book was great, but many of the solutions and products were quite expensive. This book seeks to offer a more budget conscience approach for those that want to make their lives greener. The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget is a great place for those people to start their green journey.
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  • FishFace
    2.0 out of 5 stars Not sure where the budget part comes in?
    Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2013
    This isn't a book about saving the environment on a budget - it's 220 pages of advertisements for products to purchase. Each chapter ends with a list of companies and a blurb containing their web address, along with a brief list of what they offer and some pricing. In some cases the list of companies/products at the end of the chapter is longer than the chapter itself.

    I am curious how much the companies listed paid the author to be included?

    An entire chapter devoted to nontoxic cleaning supplies is a list of commercial products I can purchase. While the author raves about the company that pays him to be a spokesman, he did include a brief mention about mixing water and vinegar to make a cleaner. "Green Gear for the Small Set", a chapter on children, is filled with such useful information as where to buy a $350 crib mattresses or $26 onesies, and the oh so useful web site for a company that sells yoga gear for children, including a $28 PVC free healthy yoga mat and $15 DVD.
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