In recent months, there have been plenty of stories about tainted food and paint in the United States harming people whose only crime is trusting the food inspectors in the government. While one would hope that the attention called to these problems would result in them being fixed, or at least ameliorated, it is always better to do something yourself.
Getting ready in the morning can be a marathon like experience. With all the lotions, gels and creams, it might seem like every morning you are preparing for battle. From shaving to showers to hair treatments, the amount of chemicals we put in and on ourselves is astounding, given that we really are placing blind faith in the production of these products.
Spring has sprung, and with warmer weather and the nice green buds on trees comes a budding generation of green Americans, better prepared than any generation that came before it to face the sustainability challenges of the near future. To teach students how to be more sustainable and to respect the environment, here are a few things to do at school:
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Solar panels are a serious investment for any homeowner. The price of a few panels for your roof may be expensive, but panels are becoming more and more affordable.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is making tax credits available for various home improvements, and allows 30% of all your certified installations up to $1,500. With that in mind, it could be helpful to get in depth on what to look for when considering windows.
In replacing windows or reconditioning them, there are a few key terms to know before proceeding;
How food arrives at the supermarket or the local restaurant is largely a mystery to most consumers. It is taken for granted that upon arrival at the supermarket, everything on your list will be on a shelf somewhere in the 20 or so aisled store. But the constant supply of beef, chicken, pork, and farm raised fish to market has a direct effect on our planet and our health.
Shopping eco-consciously can be hard sometimes. It is not always easy to determine if a product is truly eco-friendly, or just “green washed” and dressed up in sustainability with no real environmental benefits. This is a rundown of some great eco-stores where you can find really sustainable goodies at very reasonable prices.
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When purchasing food it is important to consider the source, and also the means by which it was brought to market. To ensure that the food you buy is organic, safe, and processed in environmentally sustainable ways, look for either the USDA Organic label, or the Fair Trade label.
