The big T-day is almost here, and if you're looking to make your family feast a little more green, look no further. Follow these tips and you'll be celebrating the day, and respecting the environment.

1. The Elephant, Er, The Bird in the Room - There is no doubt that one of the most harmful environmental factors about your meal is consuming the bird. Global warming. Wasted land. Deforestation. Air pollution. These are all side effects of eating meat. To read more, check out GoVeg.com. We understand it might be a lot to ask to give up the centerpiece of the family gathering, but you can consider your turkeys origins. A free-range organic turkey is not only a healthier choice for you, but also for mother earth. Williams-Sonoma and Whole Foods both offer free range options. And Really Natural is a good place to start researching free range options.

2. Organic Side Dishes to the Rescue - Make an effort to buy organic side dishes for your feast via the farmer's market, or try online organic shopping. Remember to research organic coupons before you buy. Savings.com has deals for organic outlets such as our Mighty Leaf coupons and Mother Nature coupons.

3. Don't Toss Out Leftovers - A turkey sandwich from leftover turkey undoubtedly goes great with weekend football games, but try not to let any of your leftovers go to waste. Think of the many families struggling to feed themselves every in these tough times. If you cooked too much, have some friends over to help you polish off your delicious dishes so you don't end up tossing them in the trash.

4. Decorations that Love the Environment - Recycle decorations from last year. Go to the back yard to find items for a fall centerpiece. Real pine cones not only look and smell better than plastic ones, but they're environmentally friendly also.

5. Plant a Tree - Fall weather is an excellent time for many shrubs and trees to flourish. Start a new family tradition and plant a tree on thanksgiving, and watch it grow together through the years.

6. Off-Set Your Carbon Travel Footprint - Many of us may be traveling long distances to get home for Thanksgiving. Consider buying a carbon credit to off-set your carbon travel emissions. You can check with your local utility company on their carbon credit program. Eco Business Links provides a survey and suggestions on where to purchase your carbon credits.

7. Donate Your Cooking Oil - When you cook up a storm for your family feast you will likely have lots of cooking oil left over. Throwing away cooking oil not only pollutes our waterways, but also disposes of usable biofuel. Many communities are starting local collection programs to provide raw materials to biodiesel plants. If you can't find a donation program near you, check-in with a few local restaurants as many programs have been set-up for the restaurant industry. That turkey oil may just fuel your own car one day.

8. Organize a Carpool - Get the kids home all together. If guests live near enough to drive, get them all in the same car. If the drive is long, hey, family time starts early!

9. Try the 100 Mile Challenge - The Daily Green challenged readers to preparing Thanksgiving menus only with foods within a 100 mile radius of home. They've posted full on meal plans for Albany, Seattle, Kansas, Flagstaff, and Montgomery on their site.

10. Wrap it Up, Just Not in Plastic - Make sure you wrap up those leftovers in reusable containers, and make sure you avoid plastic wrap. Try tin foil and ceramic instead.

For more great green Thanksgiving tips, check out Gloria Campos on About My Planet or post your own tips for a greener holiday in the comments below. Also, check out our weekly green deals list and follow me on Twitter @CoupieSavings for great fashion news and deals.