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October 8, 2020 In Agriculture, Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

How Water Quality Impacts the Environment and Human Health

When you think about ways to save the planet, you might imagine reducing your energy usage or driving your car less often. Actions like that will minimize your carbon footprint, but water plays a significant role in sustainability as well. Every living organism needs water to...

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...

August 27, 2020 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

What’s the Impact of Non Recycled E-Waste on the Planet?

If you think about every person you know who upgrades to the latest iPhone every year, you can start to imagine just how much e-waste is produced annually. Americans alone throw out over 130 million cellphones every year, and that number is only rising. E-waste, or...

July 20, 2020 In Environment, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste, Water By kellie

Sustainable diving: Leave a positive environmental impact

The world’s aquatic ecosystems present some of the most beautiful and mysterious places to explore. With the effects of climate change being felt around the world, those who seek these deep places are beginning to consider the impacts we humans are having on these fragile...

July 14, 2020 In Energy, Environment, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste, Water By kellie

Top 5 Sustainable Small Business Strategies

Going green is known for its benefits to the environment, but did you know companies grow from it too? Research has shown that companies that have a positive environmental and social impact are more profitable long term. When done correctly, good sustainability practices can...

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 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 17, 2020 In Air Quality, Environment, Sustainability, Water By kellie

COLOR MY EARTH BEAUTIFUL: An Invitation

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" text_align="left" background_animation="none" css_animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Looking for activities for all ages while you are social distancing? Use whatever materials you have at home to color this poster to celebrate Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary. Print as many as you want (artist Ken Hamburger gives copy...

April 13, 2020 In Air Quality, Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Gardening, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Transportation, Waste, Water By kellie

10 Tips for Encouraging Sustainability in Your Community

Today, it is easier than ever to incorporate sustainability into your lifestyle. Sustainability isn't about buying more expensive products or driving an electric car. It's about creating awareness around how you choose to consume resources. When people gather together to make a difference, incredible things...

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