The Invisible Waste: Chemical Toxicity
June 7th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
We often narrowly define waste as things we throw in the trash can. But as we explored in an earlier [&hellip
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How Long Does it Take a Golf Ball to Decompose?
June 4th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
There’s no denying that golf is a popular leisure sport in the United States and Europe. Golf courses are often [&hellip
What is Waste?
May 30th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
We throw the term around enough – waste. We waste time, waste space, waste money. But the kind of waste [&hellip
Disinfecting Naturally – Goodbye to Harsh Chemicals
May 24th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Killing germs is a high priority in today’s society, and sometimes it should be – especially in contexts like healthcare, [&hellip
Why Are My Potted Herbs Dying? 5 Common Mistakes of Container Growers
May 21st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Growing herbs in your kitchen is an overall fantastic idea – it’s aesthetic, healthy, and adds flair to your cooking. [&hellip
What is Greenwashing (and how do I spot it)?
May 17th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Have you noticed that “green” is an increasingly popular marketing strategy? As consumer concern over local and global environmental issues [&hellip
DIY Reusable Produce Bags From Old T-Shirts
May 14th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Zero-waste living is finally catching on, and not a moment too soon! If you’ve ever tried zero-waste grocery shopping, you [&hellip
How to Increase Biodiversity in Your Own Backyard
May 8th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Earlier this year, the United Nations came out with the most alarming report to date about the state of the [&hellip
Worm Bin Composting – The EASY Guide
May 6th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Want to start your own worm compost (also known as vermicast) bin, but not sure where to start? You’ve landed [&hellip
What is a CSA, and Is It Right For Me?
May 1st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
You may have heard the term CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture as the model grows in popularity. But what is [&hellip
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— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
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— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
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— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
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