Air Quality

February 24, 2025 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Is Solar Energy Worth the Investment for Your Home?

When environmentally conscious people move into their own homes, they often think about solar panels. Producing electricity without fossil fuels could shrink your carbon footprint, but is it the right move for your lifestyle? Learning more about the process will reveal if solar energy is...

January 12, 2025 In Air Quality, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Simple Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

Sustainability means more than taking care of the environment outdoors. The spaces in buildings and homes also matter. Thankfully, improving indoor air quality is much simpler than you might think. All it takes is perseverance and consistency. Why Improving Indoor Air Quality Matters Indoor pollutants can travel...

December 11, 2024 In Air Quality, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

What Is Biophilic Design and How to Implement It at Home?

Introducing nature into your home may seem “unnatural” to some. However, plants, light and water all create a more harmonious atmosphere. The health benefits of surrounding yourself with sustainability and natural healing are worth considering. Biophilic design is gaining popularity in various architecture and interior...

October 17, 2024 In Air Quality, Business, Climate Awareness, Health, Sustainability, Transportation By kellie

Eco-Friendly Habits For Digital Nomads: Sustainable Practices While Working From Anywhere

Being a freelancer or a digital nomad has many perks. Not only do you have the freedom to work wherever you want, but you also have opportunities to see the world and meet new people while earning a living. However, this type of lifestyle can...

October 10, 2024 In Air Quality, Health, Mindfulness By kellie

Diabetes and a Changing Climate: How to Safeguard Your Health

Did you know that climate change can directly impact your health? The 2024 World Heart Report found that climate change has contributed to the increasing number of deaths caused by diabetes, heart conditions, and obesity worldwide due to air pollution in the last decade. According to...

August 13, 2024 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Creating an Eco-Friendly Home: 3 Crucial Ways to Elevate HVAC Efficiency

Heating and cooling account for around half of a typical home’s energy use, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. While this highlights the importance of high performance heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, there are various ways that homeowners can effectively reduce their...

May 2, 2024 In Air Quality, Energy, Sustainability, Transportation By kellie

Just How Green Are Electric Vehicles?

You’ve likely considered purchasing an electric vehicle (EV) for your next ride — if it’s within your budget. However, contradictory reports pop up all the time. Batteries are made from environmentally stripping mining operations. Recycling infrastructure is sparse. On the other hand, it’s better to...

January 25, 2024 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Eco-Friendly Home Improvements on a Budget

In today's world, eco-consciousness is more than just a trend; it's a responsibility that can significantly impact your home's value, your wallet, and the environment. Fortunately, you don't need to be a seasoned DIY expert to embark on eco-friendly home improvements. In this article, we'll...

December 18, 2023 In Air Quality, Energy, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

8 Ways People Are Turning Waste into Energy

Mounting waste in landfills is a significant environmental problem threatening human health through air, soil and water pollution. Thus, sustainability experts are continually developing strategies to turn waste into energy. While the widely used waste-to-energy solutions are great, they only partially solve the problem. More advanced...

November 28, 2023 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Economy, Environment, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

Why Circular Economy Is the Future

The concept of circular economy has existed since the 70s when the reduce, reuse and recycle or 3Rs movement was first introduced. But it didn't take any form until the early 20th century when people experienced firsthand the throes of climate change, from global warming,...