September 13, 2018
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Environment, Health, Sustainability, Water
How much water does it take to make our food?
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Health
August 22, 2018
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Energy, Health, Home, Sustainability
Passive Housing: A Smarter Way of Living
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August 22, 2018
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Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, Sustainability
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
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Climate Awareness, Economy, Energy, Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Social Responsibility, Sustainability, Waste, Water
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 7, 2018
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Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability
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
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Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability
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
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Energy, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability
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
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Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability
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
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Environment, Health
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 18, 2018
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Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, Sustainability, Waste
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%...