Environment

August 22, 2018 In Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

The Buzz on Bees

Bees have a place in our world that transcends our understanding. These oft-feared flying insects buzz around minding their own “bees’ness” while performing a great service to mankind. Without these black and yellow fellows, many of the plants we know and love would simply disappear....

August 15, 2018 In Climate Awareness, Economy, Energy, Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Social Responsibility, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

The Rise of Eco-friendly Homes

When you think about a typical house, it is usually made from either stone or brick, powered by electricity and has a roof structured to protect its residents from rain. However, as millennials hit the housing market, the criteria has begun to change and they...

August 15, 2018 In Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Home, Sustainability, Water By kellie

Fort Collins Developer Receives Coveted DOE Housing Innovation Award

Revive Properties and Philgreen Construction have, for the third straight year, received recognition from the Department of Energy (DOE) as market leaders in energy-efficient homebuidling and design. The Housing Innovation Award is a rare distinction achieved in this case by a combination of features including: ...

August 8, 2018 In Environment, Gardening, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

How To Reduce Food Waste by Composting

Did you know that Americans discard of nearly 34 million tons of food every year while 49 million people experience a food shortage during the same period of time? While it is true that restaurants and grocery stores also contribute towards the alleviate the environmental...

August 7, 2018 In Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

How Your Home Could Be Making You Sick, and What to Do About It

As homeowners and parents, we never want to think that the very place we’re supposed to feel most comfortable in could actually be harming us. However, there are several ways your home could potentially cause problems when it comes to your family’s health, from respiratory...

July 26, 2018 In Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability By kellie

Eco-Friendly House? Build Your Own Shelves From Used Wooden Pallets

An eco-friendly home begs for eco-friendly furniture, and if you want to build your own shelves, the answer might just be as simple as some used wooden pallets. Used wooden pallets are a big win because they’re both sustainable and durable, and easy to turn...

July 25, 2018 In Energy, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

How to Design an Energy-Efficient Bedroom

Saving energy is always a good idea. In some ways, it’s part of being a good neighbor. Reducing your household’s energy consumption reduces the strain on your city’s electrical grid. But here’s the best part: making your bedroom energy-efficient nets you significant savings on your monthly...

July 10, 2018 In Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Everything You Need to Know About Eco-Friendly Diapering

You’ve planned for the baby, bought every baby blanket you can imagine, but do you need disposable or eco-friendly diapers? Diapering is a critical decision that most parents struggle with. With the average baby going through 5,000 diapers before potty training, choosing an option that...

June 20, 2018 In Environment, Health By kellie

Three Ingredients That Aren’t Good For You or The Environment

It can be easy to get into a routine when buying consumer goods. Unfortunately, products we once assumed were safe are being thrown into the spotlight for unsafe ingredients that have taken their toll on human health and the environment. Educate yourself on these three ingredients...

May 21, 2018 In Climate Awareness, Environment, Leadership, Sustainability, Water By kellie

Sustainability Leadership Blog

Earlier this year, I was fortunate enough to receive a scholarship that made it possible for me to participate in the Sustainability Leadership Course run by the Sustainability Living Association. I have a predominantly scientific and academic perspective on sustainability, as I am currently completing...