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3 Steps to an Organic and Sustainable Lifestyle at Home
An organic lifestyle is more sustainable, saves you some money, protects your health and preserves the environment. These are just a few ways to live an organic lifestyle.
How to Get Rid of Garden Pests Without Chemicals
Home gardening accounts for an astonishing 75% of all pesticides used in North America, making it several million pounds used per year. Fortunately, there are a number of natural alternatives to these potent and dangerous chemicals, most of which are harmless to people and animals.
Do Airplanes Dump Chemicals when Flying?
Air travel has come a long way since the Wright brothers made the first flight in 1903. Nowadays, we think nothing of jumping on a plane and flying off...
A New Study Finds That Plants Can Hear Themselves Being Eaten – And It...
We know that plants can sense and react to changes in the temperature, to harsh winds and even to physical stimulus, but a new study completed at the University...
The anti-science wing of the organic movement
This article is written by Mischa Popoff, a former organic farmer and USDA-contract organic inspector and is the author of Is it Organic?
Reason is a tool, but it can never be the...
Heal the Earth with Diatomaceous “Dirt”
Say goodbye to harmful pesticides forever.
Instead, eat fresh, healthy, chemical-free fruits and vegetables from your own garden and let you kids run barefoot through your soft, green non toxic...
Consumers Are Smart Enough To Handle GMO Labeling
Editors at Scientific American have penned an op-ed arguing against GMO labeling on food. Consumers should be able to handle it.
Why Are We Surprised That Pesticides Are Killing Bees?
You’d have to be living under a rock for the past few years to miss the increasingly disturbing reports of colony collapse disorder among bees. Since 2006, beekeepers have...
Ten Pesticide-laden Fruits and Vegetables to Avoid.
Any scientific advancement, however marvellous it is, can take on Pandora’s Box qualities if left unchecked. As far as the agricultural industries are concerned, pesticides are helping to feed...
What is a Sick Building and How Do You Know
People get sick and animal get sick; these are facts that we all know. But do buildings get sick? If you've heard the term "sick building" being tossed about,...
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The Homeowner’s Guide to Rainwater Harvesting
In this article, we outline why every homeowner should have a rain barrel set up for rainwater harvesting, how to set up your rain barrel, and some of the best uses for rainwater once you collect it.
9 Food Waste Solutions That Are Basically Habits To Save The Earth
Food waste accounts for up to 29% of the amount of trash each year in the US. Here are 9 effective ways to reduce your food waste at home.
13 Advantages Of Growing Plants Within A Greenhouse
If you’re considering growing plants inside a greenhouse, here are 13 obdurate advantages you’ll definitely like to know and utilize as well.
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4 Simple Ways to Unclog a Drain Without Harmful Chemicals
There are several inexpensive and non-toxic methods you can use to unclog drains in your home with ingredients you probably already have in your cabinets.
What You Can (and Shouldn’t!) Burn in Your Fireplace
However you choose to while away the colder winter months, careful consideration of what to burn in the fireplace is one way to make greener choices.
The Latest Developments and Breakthroughs in Solar
The solar industry has come a long way in just the last few years. The latest developments and breakthroughs in solar technology include longer-lasting solar cells, solar cells that you can print onto flexible surfaces, solar panels that track the sun from east to west throughout the day, and solar power plants that work at night. Here's a breakdown of the breakthroughs we're most excited about.
