The holidays are not usually a time when people think about going green -- Christmas is all about conspicuous consumption, right? With growing awareness about climate change and the importance of energy conservation, this may be the year to take your first bite of the (sustainable) bullet. We know what you're thinking: It'll take too great a commitment, cost a bundle, disappoint the kids and generally suck the fun out of things. Yet an eco-friendly holiday season is a lot easier (and less painful) than you might think. Every action, both big and small, makes a difference, say the authors of "Green Christmas" (Adams Media, $7.95). Whether you try all of the following suggestions, or just one,...
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