Eco Travel Destinations
December 2nd, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
It’s coming up to winter, which means we are all planning our warm-weather vacations – or at least I am! [&hellip
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Energy Saving Tips for Thanksgiving
November 19th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Are you getting ready for Thanksgiving? Make these energy saving tips part of your holiday preparations!
The Benefits of Living Off the Grid
November 12th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
The benefits of living off the grid can be very rewarding for those who are willing to make the adjustments. Now that we have lived off the grid for four years, the benefits of this lifestyle far outweigh any “comforts” that city life had to offer. We have completely embraced our way of life and the long term benefits that come from living off the grid
More Tips on Winterizing Your Home To Save Energy
November 8th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Every homeowner is concerned about high energy costs during the winter season. After all, in many regions of the country [&hellip
Cold Prevention Tips
October 12th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Everyone loves the holidays and all the goodies that come with them, but no one loves the common winter cold. Here are a few preventive tips for the common cold.
BPA and Canned Goods: How to Protect Yourself
October 5th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Bisphenol A is back in the news again - this time for being present in canned goods that are marketed specifically to children. Find out what can you and your family do to avoid exposure?
Honey: A Primer
September 28th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
In honor of National Honey Month, learn about sources of honey, types of honey, and the uses for this amazing product.
Not All Farmers Markets Are Created Equal
September 21st, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Not all farmers markets are created equal. There are different types of farmers markets. Do you know what kind of market is your farmers market?
Online Green Degrees Exposed
September 16th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Since the start of the environmental revolution in the 1960s, institutions of higher education have been at the forefront of being leading advocates and innovators for their efforts in green living, business, and policy. In the last decade or so, online sustainability degrees have become a popular academic aspirations for the new generation of movers and shakers, but are they worth it? Let's find out.
Slow Food Challenge: Can you do it?
September 14th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Slow Food USA is having a "Slow Food Challenge" on September 17th. Can you do it? Can you make a meal on $5?
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