Sustainable Living
Pie makes everything better, including math. Pi day is often celebrated with tasty pies, but how environmentally friendly are they?
Why women are vital for combatting climate change.
International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8th to focus on the women’s rights movement. Women are essential to addressing climate change with research showing that more women’s representation leads to increased agriculture production, more effective climate change policies, and better resource management.
By now, we’ve probably all seen the turtle with a straw stuck in its nose. And we’ve seen the plastic straw alternatives that have resulted from it, from paper to reusables like metal and silicone. For example, Mountain Burger uses Phade straws as an alternative! But straws aren’t the only issue when it comes to any of our ocean friends…
Last week was National Almond Day, one of California’s biggest industries! In fact, the Golden State produces more almonds than anywhere else in the world, including where they originate.
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and many of you are planning how to celebrate this day of love. Consider environmentally friendly gifts and experiences to show your loved one you care, without sacrificing sustainable values.
Environmental Footprint: A Look at the Environmental Impact of Different Alcohols
Dry January is over! What kind of impact did you make by abstaining from alcohol? Alcohols have different environmental impacts from agricultural processes, processing, packaging, transportation, disposal, and more.
International Environmental Education Day (Jan 26th)
Tomorrow (January 26th) is International Environmental Education Day! This day raises awareness and provides an opportunity to educate each other on the environment, the importance of sustainable actions, and our relationships with nature.
From Surf’s Up, Happy Feet, and Club Penguin characters to the real-life March of the Penguins and The Penguin King, these black and white animals are as important as they are cute.
Cigarettes Are Hazardous To Your Health Day
Today is Cigarettes Are Hazardous To Your Health Day, a day to recognize the negative impacts of smoking on your health. However, cigarettes are also harmful to the environment. From cultivation to disposal, cigarettes can have negative ecological impacts.