Many people think that since lead was removed from paint and gasoline, it is no longer a threat. But nearly a third of American children have dangerously elevated blood lead levels. While consumer products are probably the biggest source of lead exposure, lead is lurking in many – perhaps most – homes. Lead Lead is a toxic heavy metal that […]
All too often, we hear about oil spills and toxic waste sites polluting the environment. Although very concerning, we can at least pinpoint the source where these pollutants originate. However, that is not the case for nonpoint source pollution. Nonpoint source (NPS) pollution happens when rain or snowmelt carries pollutants to waterways or into the ground and comes from diffuse […]
Milk may do a body good, but it’s not so kind to the planet. Milk’s ethical and environmental drawbacks have led many people to look for alternatives. And although these are not the only factors, dairy milk sales have dropped 13% in the last decade. The dozens of milk alternatives available make cutting out dairy easy. But each alternative has […]
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Home is supposed to be a safe haven, but if your home is built with dangerous and toxic materials, it could be a threat to your health. Does your home contain asbestos? It very likely may. Asbestos is one of the materials on the Red List, a list of “worst in class” materials, chemicals, and elements that green builders try […]
Warm, rich, and hearty. Light and refreshing. Spicy and silken. The styles, flavors, and textures of soups are limitless. Even if you’re ditching dairy. Or blowing off beef. Luscious, plant-based soup recipes are plentiful, from traditional favorites to enticing exotics. Pull out your favorite pot. We’re dishing out meat-free, dairy-free, egg-free recipes. Carrot Apple Coconut Soup Source: Veecoco, which offers online […]
Raised beds have many advantages. Unlike planters, which are containers, raised beds are open on the bottom, allowing roots to extend into the ground. Raised beds can reduce weeds in planting beds, prevent soil compaction from stray footsteps, improve drainage, prevent erosion, and extend the growing season. Here’s what you need to know to get started on your own raised […]
The total energy consumption of existing buildings was 40% of total U.S. energy consumption in 2020 — 22% residential and 18% commercial buildings. If you are planning to build a new house, building it with Passive House standards may be the single largest opportunity you have to reduce your carbon footprint and to do your part in moving towards a […]
Did you know that the National Sleep Foundation recommends you replace your pillow every one to two years? This may not seem like long, but pillows go through quite a bit of wear and tear. And because you rest your face on them, they can accumulate quite a few unpleasant things like saliva, skin oils, makeup, dead skin cells, and […]
Few things can refresh your body like a good night’s sleep, and few products have aligned themselves more with sound sleep than memory foam. But what happens when you upgrade your bed and need to get rid of a memory foam mattress or pillow? Unfortunately, the recycling market for memory foam is pretty limited. You see, the most valuable (and […]