Renewable energy is energy that’s derived from natural sources that we are unlikely to run out of. These replenishable power sources include wind, moving water, heat from the earth, sunlight, ocean waves, and even organic waste. While renewable energy is often misconstrued as a new technology, humans have been harnessing [...]
Saving energy and saving water can both help you save money on your utility bills. Due to the significant weather and temperature variations, your home requires different care throughout the different seasons. Even though we still have a few weeks left of winter and cool weather, it’s time to consider [...]
Last week, we talked about deforestation. Specifically, we discussed its primary causes and corresponding effects, as well as some of the personal actions we can take to help alleviate the problem. Amongst the implications of deforestation, the extinction crisis is arguably one of the most alarming. In this post, we’ll [...]
Forests cover nearly 30% of the planet, but deforestation is clearing these critical habitats out on a massive scale, resulting in damage to the quality of the land. The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) estimates that the Earth loses 18.7 million acres of forests per year. That’s equal to 27 soccer [...]
For many of us, Valentine’s Day means going to a restaurant for an extravagant meal, purchasing gifts, consuming a whole lot of resources, and spending money. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), Americans will spend over $20 billion this Valentine’s Day. Looking in greater detail, those planning on celebrating [...]
Even though the winter is in full force and it is more than likely that you’ve weatherized your home for the season, there is one thing you may still want to consider: how confident are you that your humble abode is sufficiently insulated and that you have no air leaks? [...]
One-third of the food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted globally, which amounts to about 1.3 billion tons per year. The FDA estimates that 30-40 percent of the American food supply is wasted. This amount of waste has a significant impact on food security, resource conservation, and climate [...]
As you may know, there are lots of reasons why your power bill may increase as the weather gets colder. One major reason is that you’re likely spending more time at home consuming electricity and using your heater. Heating and cooling alone account for roughly 48% of the energy use [...]
In 2018, Collins Dictionary bestowed “single-use” the Word of the Year. In fact, research found that “single-use” is now four times as common as it was in 2013, due to the increased public awareness brought on by the constant news stories and impactful images of the environmental damage caused by [...]
If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to be more eco-conscious this year, the easiest place you can start is by re-assessing your energy choices and the impact that they have on the environment. Renewable energy is energy that’s created using earth’s inexhaustible and naturally replenishing resources. The major [...]