Want to dip your toe in food preservation without having to commit to buying lots of new equipment and dedicating a lot of time? Find out how to use your freezer to preserve your food, save money, cut down on meal prep time, and prevent wasted food!!
Back to School: The Sustainable Way
There are many ways to cut down on wasted paper, supplies, electronic waste, plastic, and even ways to inspire others to do the same. Whether you are a parent looking to be green this year with a K-12 student or you're a college student trying to be more sustainable, this article can help you go … Continue reading Back to School: The Sustainable Way
Green Virtues: Why you should live sustainably.
Have you ever sat and thought about how some of your daily activities affect the world around you? Some of these things we do are based on our virtues. Virtues are what we hold dear to us and often motivate much of our daily lives. Personal virtues are traits that we deem morally good and will present … Continue reading Green Virtues: Why you should live sustainably.
Composting is Cool
Composting organic materials such as food scraps and yard materials reduces the amount of waste that ends up in landfills or combustion facilities. It is important to prevent these organics from going into landfills because it reduces the amount of methane that is produced which is a potent greenhouse gas. Composting at home can be … Continue reading Composting is Cool
Red, White, Blue, and… Green?
Throughout America there are many gorgeous places that inspired the classic "America the Beautiful." Sure, we love the United States and all of its glory, but how do our "green" actions stack up? We must make sure to practice greener ways in order to preserve the beautiful country we live in. It's time we add … Continue reading Red, White, Blue, and… Green?
Recycle Right – Your List of Recyclables.
There are many misconceptions of what can and cannot be recycled. When non recyclables enter recycling bins, they can ruin other recyclables and often result an entire bag or bin of perfectly good recyclables being discarded. Therefore, it is important to be educated on what can and cannot be recycled. Can you recycle that greasy … Continue reading Recycle Right – Your List of Recyclables.
Green Your Barbecues This Summer!
The season of barbecues and poolside gatherings are among us. These events can be traps for wasting food and throwing away recyclables! Learn how to waste less food and how to easily reduce, reuse, and recycle some of your waste while still preserving the fun of these summer events! Here are some things you can … Continue reading Green Your Barbecues This Summer!