Frugality is environmentalism

Saving oneself a load of cash is somehow less daunting than striving for environmental virtuousness, but the end result is the same.

Frugality is a popular topic on TreeHugger, not only because our readers like to save money, but also because it connects well to the eco-friendly lifestyle we encourage. Frugality is all about buying less, buying better, and standing up to mindless consumption. Shopping becomes a rare and strategic event, not a hobby. While frugality stems from a desire to conserve money, it has the enormous added benefit of helping the planet.

In an article called, “You Can’t Buy Your Way to Green,” financial independence blogger Mrs. Frugalwoods explains how her family’s journey toward frugality has made her a more environmentally conscious person. She writes: “I’ve always respected natural resources, been a fan of Mother Nature, and loved the outdoors, but it wasn’t until I became a frugal weirdo that I began living a holistically environmental life.”