“Green Philosophy” can be defined as a way of living that balances our human needs with conserving natural resources. It also calls on us to better understand our social responsibility to preserve these resources and how our actions affect the environment. Green life philosophy not only applies to our home life but our work environments…
Read MoreAlmost 63% of the U.S. population lives in cities. But cities account for only 3.5% of U.S. land. Finding green space in the city is hard, but urban gardening helps bring green to the concrete jungle. Most people think of big parks and forests when they think about green spaces. But you don’t need acres…
Read MoreDid you know paint contains a variety of chemicals that are bad for the ozone layer and our water systems? That’s right. Traditional paints contain VOCs, which are volatile organic compounds that can cause an array of health problems for humans and animals. Luckily, technology has allowed us not to reply on VOCs as much anymore in paints today…
Read MoreNew figures show that electric car registration is up by 55 percent, with 750,000 electric cars currently on the road in the US. Despite this increased interest in electric cars, adoption is still slow. Many people are reluctant to believe that electric cars can replace the gas cars we’ve been driving for over a century. But, almost…
Read MoreAre you thinking about going green at work? There are many reasons nowadays to have a green office environment. Doing so lowers your ecological footprint, cuts electrical costs, and improve your brand’s image. This, in turn, can attract more customers. Some studies even show that millennials care most about workplace design. So, deciding to go…
Read MoreDid you know that insulating windows is a simple way to significantly reduce your energy bills? Natural gas remains the most common energy source for 51% of US homes. Anything we can do to reduce the burning of fossil fuels is positive because it reduces greenhouse emissions. One simple way you can help is to insulate your home…
Read MoreCurrently, we’re chopping down 18.7 million acres of forest per year. That’s around 27 soccer fields every minute. Now you may be wondering why this is important. After all, deforestation is often done to build homes, buildings, and products we use constantly. But forests produce oxygen necessary to breathe and provide a habitat for most wildlife.…
Read MoreOver half of Australians reported they were eating less meat and more than 1 in 10 adults label themselves as vegetarian. With all the facts about the environmental, ethical, and health benefits of ditching animal products, it’s no wonder why the entire world is turning to more plant-based meals. If you’re among the many who are trying to…
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