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December 19, 2022 In Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

5 Sustainable Cleaning Tips to To-Go During Holiday Seasons

The holidays are a time to spend with your family and friends, but getting the house in order can be challenging. It is important to plan so you can stay calm. Some of the challenges of holiday cleaning are that you may have company coming over,...

November 8, 2022 In Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

Avoiding the Harmful Effects of Plastic on the Body

What do chewing gum, bees, the Himalayas and your bloodstream have in common? It sounds like the setup of a joke, but the answer is that they all contain plastic particles. Look around: How much plastic do you see? Your shoes, window blinds, phone case, keyboard...

November 7, 2022 In Agriculture, Environment, Health, Sustainability By kellie

Will Plant-Based Diets Lead to a More Sustainable Future?

The global population is growing, as are concerns about our ability to feed it in the coming decades. Experts predict that by 2050 we will need to produce 70% more food than we do today. This has led many to ask: what can we do...

September 21, 2022 In Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste By kellie

Small, Eco-friendly Actions That Directly Impact Your Health

Sustainability is an increasingly hot topic. As climate change continues to impact the environment and our lives, more and more people and organizations are stepping up to take action and reduce these negative impacts. Not only do the eco-friendly actions you take help the planet, but...

September 21, 2022 In Agriculture, Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

The Importance of Vegan-Friendly Interior Design — and How You Can Make a Change

The number of Americans who identify as vegan has increased by 3,245% over the last 15 years, according to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). With one study estimating that at least 9.7 million people in the U.S. currently eat plant based, it’s important...

May 5, 2022 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Sustainability By kellie

6 Reasons Why you Need to Start Living in a Sustainable Way

Sustainable living refers to how humans live on Earth without damaging natural resources. It is a concept that has been around for centuries, but it has become more prevalent in recent years. What's excellent about sustainable living is that, in principle, you should be able to...

April 29, 2022 In Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Sustainability By kellie

Green Mind: Learning to Deal with Climate Anxiety

With increased CO2 levels, rising oceans and a higher frequency of extreme weather events, it’s no surprise many of us are beginning to feel anxious about climate change - especially in the younger generations. It’s important, therefore, to address this anxiety and take measures to...

March 28, 2022 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Health, Sustainability, Transportation By kellie

Air Pollution and Its Impact on Human Health

Currently, there are 1.446 billion cars in the world. Most of them are responsible for the release of carbon monoxide into the air. Then we have agricultural processes, such as livestock waste management and fertilizer production, which create ammonia. The production of petroleum and coal...