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February 13, 2020 In Air Quality, Energy, Environment, Home, Sustainability, Water By kellie

Anatomy of Earth-Sheltered Homes

With the advancements of today’s construction technology, the common four-walled home isn’t the only option homeowners have anymore. Advancements in construction technology and architectural design have allowed other forms of housing to exist. Earth-sheltered homes offer a unique living situation by emphasizing eco-friendly living and offering...

December 27, 2019 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Transportation By kellie

Top 50 US Cities Ranked by Progress of Urban Sustainability

What makes a city green? The definition refers almost entirely to best practices that ensure sustainable development. According to the 2018 Citizen Centric Cities report released by Arcadis, sustainable urban centers are “places that are planned and managed with consideration for social, economic, environmental impact,...

November 15, 2019 In Air Quality, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

4 Creative Ways to Bring Nature Indoors

Nature is often associated with calamity and peace of mind. A stroll through the park during times of stress can produce psychological benefits. A great way to get in touch with nature is to bring it indoors. Doing so can stimulate your senses and improve...

November 6, 2019 In Air Quality, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home By kellie

26 Plants That Clean The Air

By David Wright. Bestpicko.com Formany years nobody considered the impact of plants as an indoor-purifier. Yes, the environment friendly role of plants is known since ages, but nobody imagined the extent to which plants can purify the air inside your living space. That was before NASA...

October 7, 2019 In Air Quality, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Preventing Mold The Eco-Friendly Way

Cleaning mold is essential for your health, as well as preventing it from leading to structural problems from damp. However, conventional cleaning products often contain harmful ingredients, with the Environmental Working Group finding that more than half of products contain ingredients that are known to...

September 10, 2019 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Environment, Gardening, Home, Sustainability, Water By kellie

www.thezebra.com A yard functions as a private oasis for relaxation, family fun, and soaking up some Vitamin D. As summer comes to a close and we spend less time cooling off in the pool, you may be surprised to learn just how much water we use...

July 25, 2019 In Air Quality, Energy, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

Anatomy of a Green Home

If you’ve ever been strapped for cash, you’ve probably looked for ways to trim down your budget — from quitting cable to making your own coffee. But did you know that making some simple eco-friendly changes to your home can save you over $1,000 in...

May 8, 2019 In Air Quality, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Creating A Safe And Eco-Friendly Nursery For Your Baby

We spend 90% of our time indoors where air pollution is two to five times higher than outdoor concentrations. Babies are more vulnerable to air pollution because their immune systems aren’t fully developed. Studies show children exposed to common volatile organic compounds like formaldehyde (present...

May 2, 2019 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Leadership, Sustainability, Transportation By kellie

10 Best States for Green Alternatives to Living + Working + Commuting

When you decide to go green, the scarcity of options for implementing sustainable living in your life could be surprising. However, apart from the daily little routines you can carry out to help our planet, you can choose to modify three aspects of your life...

February 27, 2019 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Thinking About Solar Panels – Here’s What You Should Know

People are becoming more and more environmentally conscious. They’re recycling more than ever and paying more attention to how their actions directly affect the environment. One question that many homeowners ask is: “How can I efficiently minimize my impact on the environment and be more...

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