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May 12, 2020 In Agriculture, Children, Environment, Gardening, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

7 Ways to Encourage Kids to be More Environmentally Friendly

Kids are quite curious at a young age. Their brains are like little sponges. They soak up lots of information and are highly perceptive and impressionable, especially when it comes to new experiences. And like many new experiences and lessons, a child can readily latch...

May 12, 2020 In Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Home, Sustainability By kellie

How to Encourage More Residential Renewable Energy Installation

[caption id="attachment_24129" align="alignleft" width="366"] Photo courtesy of The Generator Judge.[/caption] The environmental benefits of renewable energy are well-known, yet it remains a hard product to sell for some, especially concerning residential installations. Renewable energy installations are increasing dramatically in the commercial sphere. However, many homeowners view solar...

May 7, 2020 In Agriculture, Gardening, Home By kellie

Get your Garden Started 2020 Resource Guide

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" text_align="left" background_animation="none" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] We’ve put together a Fort Collins Garden Center Guide to help you locate all your garden needs! Find out who is offering native plants, doing curbside pickup orders or delivering to your area. This is a perfect time to start planning and...

May 5, 2020 In Air Quality, Children, Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste By kellie

How to Protect Your Health and the Environment During an Epidemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned life upside down for everyone around the world. Not only are public events and sports canceled, but so are non-essential businesses, parks, beaches, and more. Everyone has been told to stay inside other than essential travel, which for most people means...

May 5, 2020 In Children, Energy, Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

5 Fun Ways to Teach Your Kids About Sustainability

These days, more and more people are concerned about the environment. It’s a fantastic way to teach kids about the planet and how to be a responsible steward of what we’ve been given. By practicing sustainability and teaching them how to do it, too, we can...

April 24, 2020 In Environment, Health, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

The Role of Consumers in Promoting Sustainability in the Dietary Supplements Industry

The number of Americans that consume dietary supplements has been growing rapidly over the last few years, with 77 percent of the population reporting that they regularly consume supplements, according to the Council for Responsible Nutrition. Dietary supplements are crucial to the health of many Americans,...

April 23, 2020 In Agriculture, Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste By kellie

What Green Trends Can You Expect to See in 2020?

With people concerned about the planet’s rising temperature — and the irreversible damage it could cause — sustainability is becoming a widespread concept. Individuals and corporations alike look for ways to cut greenhouse gas emissions, decrease reliance on electricity and reduce waste. If you’re focused on...

April 20, 2020 In Environment, Gardening, Home By kellie

Timely Garden Tips from Wild Iris Living

How and when to cut back ornamental grasses: once they start to green up, prune them back to 4-6”, leaving a slightly domed shape vs. a flat, unattractive appearance. Some varieties may not show signs of life for another few weeks. http://gardenclub.homedepot.com/cut-back-ornamental-grasses/ Think about planting more...

April 17, 2020 In Air Quality, Environment, Sustainability, Water By kellie

COLOR MY EARTH BEAUTIFUL: An Invitation

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" text_align="left" background_animation="none" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Looking for activities for all ages while you are social distancing? Use whatever materials you have at home to color this poster to celebrate Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary. Print as many as you want (artist Ken Hamburger gives copy...

April 16, 2020 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste By kellie

Are Electric Vehicles Going Mainstream?

There are over 3 million electric cars on the road worldwide, and their numbers are growing rapidly. The switch to electric vehicles (EVs) is surging in popularity, driven by environmental awareness, government subsidies, and better technology. In addition, EVs are cheaper to run and have lower maintenance costs. But just...

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