Off-Grid Solar: The Role of Perovskites
Perovskites are a class of materials with a unique crystal structure that makes them exceptionally efficient at converting sunlight into electricity.
Environment
Companion Planting by the Numbers: Increases in Yield
This article examines how companion planting (pairing certain plants together to leverage their natural symbiotic relationships) increases yield significantly.
The Benefits of Minimalism for Children
A look at minimalism for children, and how you can help your little one cherish the gift of life by embracing the principle that simply being is enough.
Indigenous Peoples Agree on Defining the Just Transition
Nearly 100 Indigenous leaders from the seven socio-cultural regions of the world have reached unanimous agreement on defining a Just Transition.
DIY vs. Professional Furnace Repairs: The Sustainable Choice
While most people don’t think about sustainability when considering furnace repairs, it plays a large role in determining your home’s energy efficiency.
The Responsible Disposal of Holiday Waste: An In-Depth Guide
Holidays are meant for giving. The best gift you can give yourself, your family and your community is to be responsible for your holiday waste. Let’s discuss.
Tips for Responsible Tourism on Islands – Leave No Trace
Follow along to learn more about sustainable tourism on islands and how you can embrace these eco-friendly practices on your next island getaway.
The Feasibility of Achieving Net-Zero Carbon Buildings
Is achieving net-zero carbon buildings a global reality we can all look forward to, or an ultimately impossible pipe dream? Let’s look at the details.
How the Right Storage Solution Improves Waste Management
In this post, we will look at a sustainable storage solution and outline how implementing such a system can give you a notable advantage over your competitors.
2024 Crestone Energy Fair
A look at the 2024 Crestone Energy Fair, a community at the frontier of sustainable living, with innovative and regenerative ideas for the future.
How Sustainable Are E-Mobility Battery Chargers?
The sustainability of E-Mobility Batter Chargers is a vital consideration, as it impacts not only the environment but also economic and social dimensions.
The Impact of Paint on the Environment and Human Health
Paint serves a useful purpose, but many traditional formulations contain lead, harmful VOCs, and microplastics. Let’s look at the details and explore alternatives.
10 Surprising Environmental Benefits of Backyard Chickens
Looking for a way to reduce your environmental footprint while enjoying fresh eggs for breakfast? Your answer might just come in the form of backyard chickens.
2024’s International Crackdown on Greenwashing Marketing
Here, you can learn more about the crackdown on greenwashing, and the banned practices you should avoid to remain an industry leader or top competitor.
Air Pollution and Your Brain: The Hidden Health Crisis
Put together by the team at NordicPure.comReviewed by Brett Stadelmann Air quality is often discussed in terms of respiratory health, but its impact on brain health is equally alarming. Pollutants in the air can lead to cognitive decline, memory issues, and even neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. As urbanization and pollution levels rise, understanding how poor … Read more
How Prefab Construction Addresses Traditional Problems
How Prefab Construction Addresses Problems With Traditional Construction By Tommy O’Shaughnessy, the owner of Rent a Backyard The traditional construction industry comes with an incredibly high environmental cost; experts estimate that building new homes and buildings is responsible for 10% of total global emissions, while operating, heating, and cooling these energy inefficient buildings adds another … Read more
Create a Low-Impact Home with Sustainable Design Principles
This articles explores how you can adopt sustainable design principles to help you create a low-impact home, a living space that is eco-conscious and beautiful.
5 Red Flags to Consider When Buying ‘Sustainable’ Jewelry
Sustainable jewelry brands have clear ethical practices that benefit people and the planet. Avoid these five red flags to find genuine sustainable brands.
The Heat Pump: Exploring the Environmental Advantages
The greatest advantages of heat pumps are that they save consumers money while also creating a safer, more comfortable home and protecting the environment.
The Power of Individual Action Against Climate Change
Historically, taking decisive climate action has been the domain of policymakers and corporations. The time has come to personally join the fray.
Waste Not, Want Not: Sustainable Fashion vs Fast Fashion
Sustainable Fashion’s Rise Against Fast Fashion By Amanda Winstead For those embracing a sustainable lifestyle, have you considered the environmental impact of your wardrobe? If your clothing is cheap and trendy, you may be buying unsustainable apparel and supporting fast fashion. Fast fashion is a popular style trend that promotes low-quality apparel priced far below market … Read more
Limited Space in Cities? Vertical Gardening As a Solution
Dense cities mean less room for plants and trees. One solution is to build upward, thus introducing vertical gardening to your community. Let’s discuss!
The COVID-19 Plastic Crisis: From Masks to Marine Debris
The covid-19 pandemic has highlighted vulnerabilities in our waste management systems and underscored the need for more sustainable practices and materials.
Eco-Friendly Cleaning: A Comprehensive Home Guide
Embracing eco-friendly cleaning products and practices can reduce our ecological footprint and create a safer, more comfortable living space.
Climate Change and Inequality: Past, Present and Future
The climate crisis impacts all living things, but certain populations are more vulnerable. Let’s discuss the connection between climate change and inequality.
What is “Leatherette”? And Why Does it Make Great Gifts?
Leatherette has been a popular replacement for natural leather for decades. It’s elegant and sophisticated, but doesn’t harm animals to produce.
The Sustainable Approach to Chemical Risk Assessments
Chemical risk assessments protect humans from dangerous exposure and support public health. Let’s explore the controversies and what to look for in the future.
Using & Repurposing Kitchen Waste: A Complete Guide
Sustainability includes using our kitchen waste to either propagate new plants and/or sustain our gardens and our homes. Let’s dig in to the details!
Resilient Infrastructure: Buiding Climate-Adaptive Cities
To help address climate change, resilient infrastructure in terms of the sustainable design of roads, bridges, energy grids, and water systems is crucial.
Biofuels Do More Harm Than Good: An In-Depth Analysis
Contrary to claims, biofuels are not carbon neutral. In fact, in many cases, biofuels end up emitting more carbon than traditional fossil fuels. Let’s discuss.
With Life: How Living Systems Are Transforming Organisations
The With Life Cultivator provides the antidote to acceleration and extractive growth by looking to living systems as a model for organisations and business.
Regular Home Upkeep Can Reduce Waste and Energy Usage
Home upkeep saves money in the long run, prevents environmentally unfriendly replacements, and has numerous other benefits. Let’s examine the details.
Ferns and Urban Heat Islands: A Promising Solution
Certain characteristics could make ferns another eco-friendly way to address the exacerbating effects of heat islands. Let’s take a closer look.
How to Maintain a Minimalist Home That Lasts
A minimalist home is simple, functional and not cluttered with unnecessary possessions. It’s also a lifetime commitment that requires upkeep. Let’s discuss!
The Circular Classroom: Pioneering Sustainability in Education
Discover all about the circular classroom concept, including the practical steps, success stories, and benefits of fostering environmentally conscious students.
Alternative Ways to Incorporate Solar into Your Dwelling
Not everyone can add solar to their roofs. Don’t lose heart, there are still ways in which you can incorporate solar technologies into your home. Let’s discuss.