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Why Eating Sustainably Doesn’t Have to Cost You More Money
Organic, free-range, local, pesticide-free — trying to eat green can feel overwhelming. Then, when you factor in the sticker shock many people feel when purchasing healthy food, it’s no wonder we retreat into the comfort of the junk food aisle. But there are several easy, inexpensive ways to sta
Building a Better Community With Eco-Friendly Initiatives
As a member of the community you have a lot of influence. People listen to you, and, in many cases, your advice can help them, or the town, in general. One of the talking points you should add to your agenda is how to integrate new, eco-friendly initiatives. By discussing how volunteering, buildin
A Guide to Giving Sustainable and Ethical Flowers
What better way to show your loved ones you care about them than by giving them bright, beautiful blossoms? Flowers have always been a common way to show affection for others and they’re still a great way to show your loved ones you care about them. Whether you send flowers to your partner, yo
What to Know About the Reducetarian Lifestyle
If you are looking for a healthier approach to eating, where you do what’s best for your body and the planet, then consider the reducetarian lifestyle. Reducetarians have the desire to eat less poultry, red meat and seafood, but instead of going all in on becoming a vegetarian, they take it one st
Try This for a Reimagined Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is traditionally a day when people buy cut flowers, boxed chocolates and a variety of gifts to give to their special someone. It’s also a day when trying to get into your favorite restaurant will be next to impossible without a reservation far in advance. While the sentim
Is Golf Bad for the Environment?
There is a huge amount of debate over whether golf is bad for the environment. It is not necessarily the sport itself that is maligned, but the venue – golf courses take up an enormous amount of space, and are often prime land. Indeed, golf courses take a huge amount of maintenance, water and
5 Ways to Support Sustainable Businesses This Year
Supporting sustainable businesses is more critical than in previous years as the climate crisis ramps in severity and numerous companies are making moves to prove their positive contribution. Businesses are doing their part to become more sustainable and consumers must also work toward this initiati
How Outdoor Fitness Stations Help Promote Sustainability
A gym in your community is great for working out with peers and meeting people with similar interests. It can be empowering to be surrounded by people with goals that align. However, these community fitness centers could become more eco-friendly. Here is how outdoor fitness stations help promote sus
10 Repurposed (or Upcycled) Furniture Ideas to Give Your Home a Fresh Look in the New Year
The new year is an excellent time to refresh and remodel areas around your home, giving it a fresh start. When you make a change, you don’t have to get rid of everything — you can repurpose and upcycle old furniture to create new items. Old cabinets, drawers and larger pieces are blank canvases
Eco-Friendly Tips to Be a More Sustainable Traveler
Every person has an individual carbon footprint they can try to downsize as much as possible by changing their behaviors and habits. One of these questionable activities is the way we travel and how it affects the ecosystems of our destinations. Thankfully, we are now more aware of climate change an
5 Ways Governments and Businesses Can Work Together in Creating a More Sustainable Future
Individual eco-awareness is growing: reusing, thrifting, going zero-waste…but how can “the big players” contribute to sustainability trends? Here are five actionable strategies governments and businesses can implement to increase their environmental efficiency. Combined Public-Private Efforts
Making Your Outdoors Livable: How to Create the Perfect Patio Space
Our outdoor spaces are too often underused, with designs guided by the aesthetics of green grass and flowers. While this can complement your house nicely, it also leaves a lot of square footage that could be used for something more functional. Instead of just being something to look at while youR
Buy Well, Buy Once: How to Make Planet-Friendly Purchases
Most of us are aware of the need to reduce waste. But while we may diligently sort, recycle and donate goods for reuse, these efforts only go so far. We need to make planet-friendly purchases because, with the continuing popularity for fast fashion, over-packaged products and cheap electronics, the
Hiking on Sacred, Indigenous Land — Is It Ethical?
Hiking continues to be one of the greatest pastimes for people all over the country, and since America is particularly known for having plenty of places to explore and vast swatches of land to enjoy, this is a prime place to do it. However, if you love hiking and exploring, then you need to do [&hel
Biofriendly Fuel Conservation Tips We All Can Use
With gasoline prices between $5.00-$6.00/gallon here in California, I figured now would be a good time to talk about fuel conservation tips. So, in this month’s Biofriendly DIY, we’re going over actions you can take to help reduce your fuel consumption and make your travels a little more
How College Campuses Can Increase Energy Efficiency
College campuses are physically widespread and have far-reaching effects on people’s development, serving as a launchpad from adolescence to adulthood for many students. Therefore, they must prioritize energy efficiency. Here are a few ways universities can go green and lower their energy bill sim