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September 01, 2010

Learn more about "Made in the USA"

By Kashi Read more daily challenge, eco-friendly, and effecting change
Challenge Yourself for: 24 Hours

What does a domestic origin really mean when it comes to sustainability? Turns out, it can mean quite a bit. Products manufactured overseas have a bigger carbon footprint for the ultimate buyer, wherever your home base. Also, products made in the U.S. usually provide local jobs. Plus, American labor laws are stronger than in some other large manufacturing countries. So although the label does not guarantee an environmentally or labor-friendly product per se, it likely offers a rosier history than many others. Today, challenge yourself to think more critically about what you buy, and try to purchase items made or grown close to home.

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    pinksnoopy98 commented on this. over 1 year ago

    I am constently trying to locate US made items but this is quite a task when you are on a “Wal-Mart” budget. If anyone has any advice, please type away. :]

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    dreamjeanie commented on this. over 1 year ago

    Don’t forget to think about it if you shop online, such as Ebay or Etsy.

  3. User_48

    We need to purchase American made products to produce more desperately needed jobs!

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    WandaT5 commented on this. over 1 year ago

    Recently, I stopped buying a certain brand of toothpaste because it is Made in Mexico now. I also refuse to buy candy canes at Christmastime not made in USA. I also will not buy any juice not made in USA. There’s no reason why our apple juice has to come from China or Argentina when there are plenty of apple orchards right here here in the US. Yes, it takes longer to shop but it is well worth it.

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    knycthomason commented on this. over 1 year ago

    I have started driving less and only as needed, walking more, picking up trash in our area, throwing things that are safe into a designated spot in our yard to compost like coffee grounds, cleaning up oil leaks and van spills with safe chemicals or something like the litter they sell, and buying products with less packaging. I also recycle for the kids schools and others who ask. I try not to use alot of water and electricity and have days off without using it for a few hours.