Every year, tens of millions of people in the United States are exposed to drinking water that contains heavy metals, prescription drugs, and other contaminants. Many of these people don’t even realize that the water they’re drinking is unsafe. If you’re worried about the water you and your family members are consuming, you might want…
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There are tons of fun things to do outside. Have a dog? Take them, too! Here’s a list of 6 insanely fun things to do outside for you and your family.
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Weeds are the bane of any gardener’s existence. But what if we told you there were some fun solar gadgets that could do all the work for you? There are!
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It’s not hidden knowledge that preserving our environment is important. New research has shown that plastic in the amount of one dumpster truckload is being dumped into our oceans every minute of every day. Those are pretty harsh numbers to take in. And with this, we see our environment deteriorating. We depend on our oceans…
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Humans have attempted to harness wind energy for thousands of years. As early as 900 BC, the Persians used wind power to grind grain. In recent years, as the climate change crisis has made us question our reliance on fossil fuels, wind energy has made a comeback. There is fierce debate over the truth about wind turbines. …
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The average you can save a year by making your home more energy efficient is almost $1200. That’s $36k over the life of an average mortgage. If you applied that savings to your principal every month, you’ve erased of $16k interest as well. So next time you feel a draft in your older home, just…
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Keeping your house cool keeps your family comfortable, but what is it harming the environment? We’ll explain why an eco friendly air conditioner is important.
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Sometimes it feels like we can’t do anything enjoyable without some kind of negative side effect. That’s definitely true when it comes to certain eco-minded behaviors. But it’s also true when doing something as simple as having a cup of coffee, and realizing that we’re slowly staining our teeth. Cosmetic teeth whitening is a billion…
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In the United States, heating your home accounts for around 42% of your utility bill. There are several different sources of energy to heat your home, which can make it difficult to know which is best for you. Natural gas and electrical heating systems tend to be the most popular, but they aren’t the most…
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Your yard looks alright, but it’s missing something. Right now, it’s just average. You want it to be spectacular. You’ve come to the right place. Below, we’re going to provide you with nine tips for yard maintenance. Once you’re through with these, you’ll have the best-looking yard on the block! 1. Update Your Mailbox You…
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It’s every business owner’s worst nightmare: an overflowing drain that floods carpeting, furniture, and other fixtures with dirty wastewater. Not only are you wasting water, but your next high water bill will be paired with costly plumbing repairs and water restoration! When you take the time to prevent clogs and leaks in advance, you save…
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Having chickens can be an excellent and productive relationship, but do you know how to clean a chicken coop properly? Depending on how your enclosure is designed (check out these awesome layouts at Organicchickenfeed.com), it can be daunting trying to figure out how to clean each of the living areas in the coop. If you…
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The pandemic has come with a lot more repercussions than meets the eye. For example, vehicle break-ins have spiked all across the country these past few months. Being the victim of a car break-in can be scary, as well as a big inconvenience to your daily plans. However, there are specific steps you can take…
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Did you know that a whopping 91% of plastic isn’t recycled? This shocking statistic shines a spotlight on the plastic war that the world is currently fighting. Have you joined the battle against plastic? To start, you MUST recycle! If your family doesn’t think twice about throwing away soda bottles, food waste, wrappers, and jars…
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How environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
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All around us, climate change is having a marked effect on the planet. Scientists recently announced that the oceans are hotter than ever before, while wildfires like those in Australia are expected to become commonplace. Everyone needs to make a difference. There are 100 companies that contribute 71 percent of the world’s emissions. While these…
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Do you often go to sustainable restaurants? Perhaps you don’t even realize it when you do. These restaurants are like any others in most ways, except that they go to great lengths to preserve the natural environment while conducting their business. “Sustainability focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of…
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