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October 8, 2020 In Economy, Energy, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

Using the Zero Waste Hierarchy to Create an Eco-Friendly Home

Since we are spending more time indoors than ever, there has never been a better time to cultivate an eco-friendly home. And one simple way to do this is to embrace zero waste. Zero waste is a movement that aims to eliminate waste from both landfills...

June 26, 2020 In Air Quality, Gardening, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

6 Reasons Why You Should Have a Living Wall in Your Home or Office

Having a lush living wall in your home or office space can transform the appearance of the environment. As a type of living garden, a living wall introduces an artistic, fresh look to any property. In addition, it provides a number of health benefits, and can...

June 22, 2020 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Economy, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, Sustainability, Transportation By kellie

Which COVID-19 Habits are Sustainable?

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the world overnight by forcing entire cities and countries to lockdown and shelter in place. The highly-contagious nature of the coronavirus caused most people to self-isolate for unprecedented amounts of time. The change has been difficult for many, but there’s been...

June 9, 2020 In Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING By kellie

5 Trends to Watch While Shaping Your Sustainable Beauty Routine

Sustainability is more than just a trend. It's a practice that grows with you, where we become more aware and strive to do better for ourselves, each other and the planet. Many people have turned their attention to a few specific hallmarks of sustainability to...

May 12, 2020 In Air Quality, Energy, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

9 Simple Ways to Be More Eco-Friendly in the Kitchen

Kitchens are the heart of the home, where we spend time with family and prepare the meals that nourish us. So, wouldn’t we want it to be as clean, green and healthy as possible? From updating bulbs and appliances to changing simple everyday habits, there are...

May 5, 2020 In Air Quality, Children, Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste By kellie

How to Protect Your Health and the Environment During an Epidemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned life upside down for everyone around the world. Not only are public events and sports canceled, but so are non-essential businesses, parks, beaches, and more. Everyone has been told to stay inside other than essential travel, which for most people means...

May 5, 2020 In Children, Energy, Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

5 Fun Ways to Teach Your Kids About Sustainability

These days, more and more people are concerned about the environment. It’s a fantastic way to teach kids about the planet and how to be a responsible steward of what we’ve been given. By practicing sustainability and teaching them how to do it, too, we can...

April 24, 2020 In Environment, Health, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

The Role of Consumers in Promoting Sustainability in the Dietary Supplements Industry

The number of Americans that consume dietary supplements has been growing rapidly over the last few years, with 77 percent of the population reporting that they regularly consume supplements, according to the Council for Responsible Nutrition. Dietary supplements are crucial to the health of many Americans,...

March 18, 2020 In Agriculture, Air Quality, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

The Best Natural DIY Fertilizers for Your Garden and Yard

Description: When looking at the best lawn fertilizer to use, there are plenty of great all-natural alternatives that you can administer in your garden. We’re going to take you through our top 10 choices. You may have hard a lot of people say that there are...

March 7, 2020 In Air Quality, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

The Nature of Wellbeing: The Link Between Sustainable Living and Mental Health

Mental health is becoming more and more of a pressing issue in the United States. Case in point, CNN reports that 46 million Americans experience some form of mental illness annually. This is made even worse by the fact that mental illness carries over into other aspects...