

Skip the Receipt
One common item that we do not put much thought into and that can contribute toward serious environmental and health impacts is the receipt.
Dec 11


The Unexpected Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet
The unexpected benefits of a plant-based diet not only include building muscle and endurance but also include a number of environmental benefits.
Nov 17


Sustainably Caught Tuna
Due to being diagnosed with very low levels of vitamin D, it was recommended that I increase my intake of any of a small selection of vitamin D - rich foods, including tuna, to alleviate this issue. I have always liked tuna, so eating more of it is definitely not a problem for me. The issue is that I was unaware of how sustainable the fishing practices of the various tuna companies are. Hopefully the information below will help shed some light on this concerning topic. Reg
Nov 10


Are sustainable animal products available?
Look for "certified humane" and "pasture raised" products that come in plastic-free packaging.
Nov 5


Sustainability - Leaf Blowers
Though leaf blowers save much time and effort, they are extremely harmful to the environment (particularly gas-powered blowers) in multiple ways.
Sep 16


Invasive Species Alert! Spotted Lanternfly
If you live anywhere in the eastern United States, especially along the East Coast between North Carolina and Massachusetts, you may have seen an invasive insect that was introduced to the United States just over ten years ago: the Spotted Lanternfly.
Jun 12


Native Plants: Ragweed & Thistle
Two often misunderstood members of the Asteraceae family that can be found throughout much of the United States are ragweed and thistle. The reason these plants are considered misunderstood is that even though they are native and extremely helpful towards their surrounding environment, human encounters do not usually end well with the results ranging from severe allergic reactions to sore hands and fingers. Hopefully the information below will shed a more positive light on
Jun 3


Native Plants: Asteraceae Family
Asteraceae Family is one of the largest families of native plants and globally includes nearly 1,620 genera, within which there are nearly 23,600 species.
May 19


Native Plants: Asters
Recently, the National Wildlife Federation's Sacred Grounds program supported a native plant giveaway at my church by providing hundreds...
May 12


Sustainability - Road and Sidewalk De-icers
As many of us have plans to travel on the roads during the next few weeks, a sustainability topic related to snow and cold seems...
Dec 19, 2024
