Environment

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...

May 18, 2018 In Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

Learn About The Weather And Grow Better Crops

Growing your own fruits and vegetables is one of the most satisfying things about sustainable living. We can solely rely on our hands and the earth to produce healthy, nutritious food, free from packaging, free from guilt. Food gardening in America has increased by 200%...

May 18, 2018 In Energy, Environment, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

Economical, Common Sense Living: Green Renovation Tips for Homeowners

Until fairly recently, the idea of green living has had a radical, revolutionary tinge to it. While it’s certainly proven to be revolutionary, the green living movement’s effect has been so far-reaching that it’s become a standard for homeowners looking for new ways to save...

April 23, 2018 In Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

UL Study Explains the Dangers of Wood Floor Finishes

Learn how to choose a safe coating, paint or other solvents for your wood floor. UL research into the off-gassing of VOCs from products like wood floor coatings, furniture and paint led to the development of GREENGUARD Certification, a program which requires products to meet stringent emissions...

March 29, 2018 In Energy, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

Responsible, Affordable Living: Committing to an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

Homes and commercial buildings use 40 percent of the energy consumed in the United States, most of which is produced by fossil fuels. Residential homes use hundreds of gallons of water every day and are responsible for polluting the environment with everything from pesticides to...