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Drought-Resistant Gardening: Conserving Water in the Backyard

Feb 28, 2025 ● By Sue Markgraf

Water-wise gardening techniques and drought-tolerant plants can conserve resources while maintaining healthy landscapes.

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Windowsill Herb Gardening

Feb 28, 2025

Simple steps for growing fresh herbs at home can reduce pesticide use and packaging waste.

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Bringing Back the Monarch Butterfly: How Milkweed and City Gardens Can Help

Jan 31, 2025 ● By The Field Museum of Chicago staff

Urban milkweed gardens play a critical role in saving monarch butterflies and supporting ecosystems.

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Handmade Gifts for Valentine’s Day

Jan 31, 2025

Meaningful, sustainable Valentine’s crafts like birdseed ornaments and melted crayon hearts make gift-giving special.

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The Upcycling Lifestyle: How To Make Anything New Again

Dec 31, 2024 ● By Maya Whitman

From fashion to furniture, unleash creativity while reducing waste. Discover how repurposing can inspire sustainability and spark joy.

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Green Gadgets for the Home: Smart Choices to Save Money and Preserve Resources

Oct 31, 2024 ● By Deborah Bevilacqua

As consumers take steps to benefit the environment, companies are responding with eco-friendly products. From dryer balls to solar-powered chargers, these innovations reduce waste, save energy, and lower carbon footprints.

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Fair-Trade Environmentalism: How Our Purchases Help Workers and the Planet

Sep 30, 2024 ● By Megy Karydes

A GlobeScan study shows 41% of U.S. consumers choose products supporting social and environmental causes. Fair trade is growing as shoppers seek eco-friendly, ethical, and sustainable options.

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The Case for Cloth Diapers: Saving Money and the Environment

Sep 30, 2024 ● By Kelcie Ottoes

Cloth diapers avoid harmful chemicals found in disposables, reduce landfill waste, and may ease potty training.

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Smashing Pumpkins: Turning Jack-O-Lanterns Into Compost

Sep 30, 2024

Hosting a pumpkin smash party is a fun way to divert pumpkins from landfills, turning them into valuable compost that enriches the soil and reduces environmental impact.

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Emerging Sustainability Drivers: From Artificial Intelligence to Citizen Scientists

Aug 30, 2024 ● By Kelcie Ottoes

Renewable energy, greenwashing regulation, artificial intelligence applications and biodiversity programs are all being championed by stakeholders for the greater good of our planet.

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Benefits and Tips for Planting Native Trees

Aug 30, 2024

As people become increasingly aware of their environmental footprint, planting native trees stands out as an impactful action.

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The Environmentally Friendly Workplace

Jul 31, 2024

Sustainable measures for a greener workplace to reduce costs, save energy, cut waste, and boost morale.

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Farm Foods in a Capsule: Finding Sustainable, Nutrient-Dense Options

Jun 28, 2024 ● By Kelcie Ottoes

Sustainable, nutrient-dense whole-food supplements boost health and complement a balanced diet to support overall wellness.

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Weeding Tips: Chemical-Free Weed Control

Jun 28, 2024

Weeds can turn a serene garden into chaos, but eco-friendly practices can help maintain soil health and biodiversity.

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Saving Our Oceans

May 30, 2024

Celebrate World Ocean Day by taking action to protect our oceans. Find out what you can do to help.

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