Summer is one of the greenest times of the year. It’s also a time when kids are usually out of school and parents would take time off from work. The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and many outdoor activities one can enjoy. After all,...
If one of your goals for your household is to make it more sustainable, it might feel a bit hectic as you consider where to start, especially in these uncertain times. Ensuring that your home maintains sustainable features allows you to do your part to...
Growing spaces in an urban setting can be at a premium. That is where urban gardening becomes an invaluable tool. Apartment gardening, in gardening terms, is about growing in limited space or on artificial grass. What are the organics best for urban gardening? Here is your...
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...
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...
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...
It often seems like bad habits are a lot easier to form than good ones. This is especially true when it comes to living a more eco-friendly lifestyle. But to be fair, many of our bad habits were formed at a younger age when weren’t...
Diapers are a non-negotiable essential if you have a baby. While the market is replete with diaper brands, it can be challenging to find genuine organic diaper brands. You will find so many options on the market it can take you long to finally land...
From fossil fuels to excessive waste and even compromises on food options, there are plenty of unsustainable activities that can take place on a construction site. Many renovations aren’t eco-friendly, in and of themselves. If you’re considering investing in some home improvements, here are a few...
Making your home more energy efficient is one of the best ways to live more sustainably. According to recent studies, “Residential energy use accounts for roughly 20% of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States.” With such a significant amount of greenhouse gas emissions, it’s...