Rather than tossing them (as I’ve previously done), I’ve been collecting old socks and sweaters with holes in them. After reading about the huge impact clothing has on our environment, I decided to fix the holes and keep the clothes. …
Read more💫 Spinning food waste into gold 🍲
According to a recent report from the EPA, “Food waste comprises about 24 percent of municipal solid waste in landfills.”
Happily, luckily, and gratefully, many cities and local organizations in Oregon have started curbside services to help turn food waste into compost. …
Read more🚿 Showers: Water is just the start ⚡
“Showers account for roughly 20 percent of total household water consumption. And water is just the start of it. Your shower burns energy, too. Just under half of a home’s hot water is used for showering.” …
Read more🥕 Eco hope 🌳
Sometimes good news is the balm we need to soothe our worries about climate change. …
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