Can a sun-toasting, memory-making, blue sky summer also be eco-friendly?I believe that the greenest habits are the ones that don't cost much money; they'd never upend our already busy lives, either. Today I speak with Paul Hope, Home & Garden Editor for Consumer Reports, and together we offer 8 summer-specific tweaks to our daily lives that are so easy-peasy you won't even realize you're actually *also* helping the planet. Here's a preview:[2:45] Summer is for barbecues: 3 tips for grilling smarter during your next cookout[7:15] The rise of battery-powered outdoor tools (as confirmed by testing, the new ones actually work!)[9:50] Adios, old-school sprinkler systems: 2 lawn mowing and lawn watering best practices[18:00] Common-sense ways to help out your air conditioner on hot days[21:00] Thoughts on making your freezer work for you this summer Resources mentioned:Episode #262: No Mow MaySustainable Living Guide (via Consumer Reports)45 Ways to Save More and Waste Less at Home (via Consumer Reports)RainMachine Touch HD-12 * Join our (free!) community here.* Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.* Email me and say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy