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💡 Level up your lawn and garden with a few swaps that will make your life easier and healthier

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You can net nearly $2,000 over 10 years.

TCD 101

Upgrading your lawn care routine could save you hundreds of dollars — here's how to get started

Home

Gardener reveals clever 'ancient technology' that keeps plants thriving with barely any water: 'That's so amazing'

Business

Residents cash in as city expands payout for ripping up traditional lawns: 'The water savings were immense'

Home

Homeowner shares excitement after making 'amazing' upgrade to yard-maintenance routine: 'I wish I would have made the switch sooner'

Outdoors

Backyard farmer uses unexpected ally to tackle fast-spreading yard invaders: 'This is so cute'

Food

Gardener shares simple tips to transform simple lawn into productive food forest: 'Awesome information'

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The TCD Guide makes it easier than ever to help yourself while helping the planet.

Join us in exploring over 100 ways to save more, waste less, and improve your life — everything from upgrading your home to eating better food to making money on your old stuff.

Whatever your goals, we can help you make smart choices and connect you to trusted partners.

TCD Guide

COOL BRANDS

It's been a game-changer in terms of time and water savings.

Home

Tips from a 'dishwasher scientist' — here's what you should never do

Klima's technology is designed to be incredibly simple — installation should take less than a minute.

Business

Here's the device you need to save on your energy bills if you have a window or ductless air conditioner or heat pump

"We're building the infrastructure for circular fashion at scale."

Business

CEO breaks down revolution happening in secondhand shopping: 'We've witnessed a remarkable shift in mindset'

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"Hire companies that know what they're doing."

Home

Landscape designer warns against common practice with harmful impacts: 'No reason for it'

"Our guiding North Star is democratizing clean energy."

Business

Can't afford solar panels? This revolutionary startup can help you get them without paying for purchase or installation

"You'll feel so much more confident in your clean-energy decisions."

Tech

How the Expedia of solar panels helps homeowners save money and avoid a common trap: 'Giving you confidence in the systems'

Trail cameras have helped scientists and researchers make encouraging discoveries.

Outdoors

Scientists stunned after trail camera captures rare creature in unexpected location: 'First observation'

It can make a huge difference.

Tech

Researchers' astonishing discovery after studying hundreds of thousands of commuters shows the transit habit linked to good mental health

It goes beyond a financial win.

Home

Homeowner shares pictures of the DIY solar setup that protected their family from blackouts: 'It's eliminated my own electric bill'

Food

Home chef shares money-saving method to make the most of popular produce item: 'Stop wasting food scraps'

"If you can afford it … it's definitely worth the investment."

Home

Professional chef runs blind taste test to see which stove produces the better steak: 'I'm glad somebody finally did this test'

"Will ultimately make the property more attractive to buyers."

Home

Mortgage expert provides honest explanation about whether solar panels increase home values: 'I hope this clears the air'

The insect is about the size of a housefly with orange eyes and a metallic blue or green body.

Outdoors

Experts issue warning as dangerous insect species draws closer to US border: 'It is vital that Congress act'

It's only the beginning, according to company officials.

Tech

Innovative company transforms motorsports using futuristic fuel: 'Advanced power'

"Overkill."

Business

Shopper sparks outrage with photo of upsetting discovery in ice cream box: 'Very unnecessary'

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