Environment

The Case for Carob – This Chocolate Alternative Has A Lot to Offer

March 6, 2016 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: March 8, 2016

Cacao growers are facing climate fluctuations along with a growing list of diseases and pests that attack their crops. While the Foundation for a Sustainable Cocoa Economy is on the case (breeding new varieties of cacao and looking for locations… [read]

The FDA Announces They Will Now Test For Glyphosates

February 23, 2016 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: March 1, 2016

Glyphosate, the extra secret ingredient in the majority of our food supply, will now have a harder time going incognito. After the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) published a criticism of the FDA and the USDA’s current herbicide monitoring practices,… [read]

The Most Effective And Eco-Friendly Way To Clean Your Oven

January 22, 2016 by Natalie Miller
Last updated on: January 22, 2016

Cleaning your oven with baking soda and vinegar will leave it sparkling clean and shiny, without you having to rely on dangerous chemicals. It is easy and very effective! All you will need is baking soda and white vinegar, some… [read]

How to Use Vinegar and Baking Soda to Clean Your Home

January 5, 2016 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: January 5, 2016

When it comes to cleaning your home, how do you choose products? Marketing companies try to convince us that scrubbing bubbles or a bald genie will do all the work. These advertisements may entice much of the population to purchase… [read]

Renewable Energy May Be Hot, but Waste Managers Are My Heroes

December 19, 2015 by Rose Seemann
Last updated on: December 26, 2015

If you’re not involved in the trash or recycling industry, chances are good that innovations in collecting and processing our garbage are off your radar. When characters get nosy about Tony Soprano’s line of business, “waste management” is the wise-guy… [read]

Celebrating a Green Christmas

December 16, 2015 by Natalie Miller
Last updated on: December 23, 2015

Christmas is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated and loved holidays of the year. It’s easy to get so carried away in the festivities you forget about the environment. If you are a true eco-friendly person or wish to become… [read]

How to Reduce Energy Costs During the Holiday Season

December 15, 2015 by Kacey Bradley
Last updated on: August 8, 2016

For many people, money seems to fly out the window during the holidays, and it’s not all due to presents and parties. Decorations and cold weather hit energy budgets hard. But don’t get all “Grinchy” about it. To bring on… [read]