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It is more important now than ever to raise an environmentally conscious next generation. Children are the future so let's be sure to raise them with a respect of nature! To raise environmentally friendly kids you can:…
Thinking about buying a new (or used) car is a big decision for most people. It is one of the biggest purchases people make in terms of expense and ownership time. The options can be daunting especially if you are…
We are all trying our best to make good choices that will have minimal impact on the environment. Now more than ever are people sensitive to the climate crisis. Food production accounts for about 25 percent of the…
Photo by Marcin Jozwiak on Unsplash I want to believe in the power of carbon offsets but the real world evidence against them is too much to ignore. In theory, carbon offsets should keep the carbon emissions at the same…
Solar Panels on a House - Photo by Vivint Solar on Unsplash There are many reasons to learn about solar power options for your home. Perhaps you want to live off the grid, you want to reduce your…
Are you thinking of taking the time to calculate your personal carbon footprint? This task can be confusing as there are so many options to choose from - which carbon footprint calculator should you use? And the answer…
We have all heard about a person or group's carbon footprint but not many people consider their pet's carbon pawprint (or footprint). Our furry friends might actually have a significant impact on global warming - they…
When people think about fungi, usually mushrooms come to mind. Portabello mushrooms, button mushrooms and maybe even magic mushrooms. It's true, mushrooms are fungi but they are just a part of certain types of fungi,…
Greta Thunberg has opened the eyes of many teens and adults around the world with facts about the reality of climate change. It is easy to get swept up in her passionate speeches and want to stand beside her. After…
You might have heard about plans that are being created all over the world to become carbon neutral. People, companies and even countries are creating their plan to become carbon neutral in the foreseeable future. I…
If you are interested in calculating your personal carbon footprint like I am, you might be interested to see some interesting facts I've uncovered about the carbon footprint of coffee. 1. Instant Coffee Has the Lowest…
With all the news about climate change it can be confusing to know just how much a single person can make a difference. Using a personal carbon footprint calculator can give you a very general and confusing idea of your…