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...
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...
Some people believe that having children and living a sustainable lifestyle can’t be done. However, a recent study has found that 76% of Americans are motivated by their children to go green. In fact, there are plenty of ways parenting can be done in a...
The well-established concept of Fair Trade produce is synonymous with good working conditions and a fair market rate, yet there exists much debate on whether Fair Trade is really as ethical as it at first appears. According to the 2015-2016 FairTrade International report, the economic...
Nearly anything you could want is just a click away—groceries, clothes, cars, a ride from here to there. But even the immediacy of two-day and even two-hour shipping can leave us feeling disconnected from our things and each other. For those who crave connection to...
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...
We all know that overlanding is a great opportunity for both socialization and exploration, as there’s not much technology to see around when you are going out in the nature. However, we must remember one very important thing. Namely, that nature and the surrounding environment make...
(www.glorybee.com) When you see a small, striped, stinging creature making its way from flower to flower, you might be inclined to cry out in fear. If you’re allergic or entomophobic, it’s understandable why you’d react this way. But even if you’re not particularly fond of the...
Sustainable living is becoming far more than a buzzword or marketing statement. It’s becoming a national movement, embedding itself in our everyday lives. Living a sustainable life is now far more likely to be the ‘norm’, compared to a few decades ago when anyone wanting...
People aged 65 years and older are most likely to say that environmental laws are not worth the time and effort, according to Pew Research. This makes sense from a practical perspective since seniors have less stake in the future of the earth compared to...
Today, being concerned about the environment is more prevalent in our culture than ever. And there are many things the average homeowner can do to make their home more ‘green.’ One area people often ignore when thinking how to be environmentally conscious is their roof,...