5 Ways To Have a Greener Christmas
At it’s heart, Christmas is about family. It’s a time when we get together with our loved ones, and reflect on what truly matters in life. Our children open presents … Read More
Christmas Tree Shortage? Blame Climate Change
Last year, festive people in search of a Christmas tree had an unusual problem—there weren’t a lot of Christmas trees to go around. Many small holiday farms were closed, citing … Read More
Gumbo is a New Search Engine That Helps You Use Your Ingredients
If you care about food waste, chances are you have scanned the contents of your fridge looking for things about to go bad. The spinach is getting wilty, the leftover … Read More
Review of Etee…kind of?
I am forever testing out new shampoo and conditioner bars. Hair care bars are a great way to lower your waste because you don’t have to give up anything (you’re … Read More
Midwest Farming Soil is Eroding – This May Be Why
The year was 1936. A severe drought overtook the Midwest, resulting in the loss of corn, wheat and other crops across broad swaths of land. The severe drought was devastating … Read More
Urban Forest has Positive Impact on Children’s Immune Systems
Our way of living has transformed since the days of tight knit villages spread across vast amounts of terrain. Today, our children are more likely to come in contact with … Read More
UN Treaty May Help End Plastic Pollution
Delegates from over 150 countries sat down this past December to discuss plastic pollution and various ways to end it. This discussion is one of five scheduled to be held … Read More
Help Scientists In The Worlds Biggest Bird Count
Every year in February, scientists call on backyard birders to head for their favorite bird watching spots and report back on what birds they see. The annual event, held by … Read More
Clarkson Professor Finds Way To Neutralize Forever Chemicals
PFAS are manmade chemicals that are present nearly everywhere in the world. They are used to produce products that are resistant to things like heat, water, grease and even stains. … Read More
Shark fins are now being regulated
Every year, approximately 75 million sharks are killed for their fins. The process is cruel, with the sharks fins being cut off while it is still alive, before the living … Read More