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July 27, 2021 In Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Sustainability By kellie

Alternative Energy Usage in Rural Communities

As global climate change becomes a reality, numerous communities are choosing not to wait for their government to lead the way. Rather, they’re working together to incorporate more sustainable choices into their energy grids. These adaptations have the potential to help citizens from small towns...

July 27, 2021 In Energy, Environment, Sustainability By kellie

Why Management is Essential for an Organization’s EHS Program

Researchers discovered the correlation between employment longevity and ecological conservation efforts. Employees prefer working at a purpose-driven, sustainable company. Maintaining an efficient environmental health and safety (EHS) program is essential to business success. Adopting eco-conscious workplace habits also aligns with eco-consumerism values. Companies can increase their...

July 6, 2021 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste By kellie

Lessons in Sustainability: What We Learned from the Pandemic

We’re all in this together, or so the saying goes. And in many ways, it’s been proven true: The pandemic affected all of us in a variety of different ways. Some of us had to learn to work from home while others lost their jobs....

June 17, 2021 In Air Quality, Energy, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

The Physical, Mental, and Financial Benefits of Green Habits

Green habits are good for the environment. But they’re also good for you, and in more ways than one. When you embrace green habits throughout your life, you can tap into a plethora of personal benefits that come along with those earth-conscious activities. Some of these...

June 7, 2021 In Air Quality, Economy, Environment, Health, Sustainability By kellie

How Businesses Can Be Purposeful in Helping Communities Recover From COVID-19

At the start of the pandemic, millions of individuals lost their jobs. The economy suffered from the shutdown, and many businesses closed their doors for good. As vaccines roll out and the world reopens, companies that sustained the pandemic can provide charity to individuals who...

May 13, 2021 In Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Sustainability By kellie

How to Prepare Your Business for an Energy Audit

Eco-conscious consumers influence the way companies to conduct business. Sustainable goods and services are in high demand, and environmentally degrading companies are closing. Companies can stay competitive in the industry when reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing energy efficiency. On his first day in office, President...

May 11, 2021 In Energy, Environment, Sustainability By kellie

Considerations for Starting a Sustainable Small Business in 2021

Sustainability is an important movement that is currently empowering better business. In fact, 98% of companies who used sustainability standards reported sales and marketing benefits. Sustainable business drives not only a cleaner environment but improved marketing, efficiency, and public relations. All these factors make sustainable businesses...

April 19, 2021 In Children, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Sustainable Living for Parents

According to the United Nations, the world’s population will reach over 9 billion by 2050. Now, consider as a parent that each child you have will add just under 9500 metric tons of carbon dioxide to your carbon legacy. That’s 5.7 times what your lifetime...

April 12, 2021 In Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Home, Sustainability By kellie

ALL-ELECTRIC NEW HOMES & BUILDINGS IN COLORADO

All-electric new homes are a small but growing trend catching on across Colorado. Often marketed as “net-zero energy homes” rather than all-electric, these homes offer several notable benefits, including lower asthma rates, no risk of carbon monoxide poisoning or explosions from gas leaks, and a...

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