With Earth Day fast approaching on April 22nd, people around the world are trying to figure out new ways to make their lives more environmentally-friendly. And while there are countless big ways to green, like switching to an electric car or buying a home at a building like 181 Fremont, San Francisco’s first LEED Platinum luxury [...]
Insects play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem, but you don't want them in your home. If insects have taken up residence in your kitchen, consider using environmentally friendly methods to remove them. Eco-friendly techniques are as effective at insect removal as toxic ones, but they are more humane and less damaging to the [...]
With the current world trends, most people are looking for ways to conserve energy. Energy conservation is not only significant for the environment, but it also assists you in saving some money. Energy-efficient homes conserve energy, minimize unnecessary energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and demand for non-renewable resources. They offer you significant savings over conventional homes. [...]
With the rise in electric vehicles – experts predict that by 2025, 16% of new cars will be electric – some people have started to consider upgrading their cars. However, for many, it’s not financially viable. So, what can you do if you want to travel in a greener way, but can’t afford to upgrade to [...]
Fruit is wonderful. It tastes delicious and is good for your health regardless of how you choose to eat it. Unfortunately, it is also quite expensive to buy. Over the past few years, the cost of fruit has risen sharply in most parts of the world. Fortunately, there is a solution. [...]
If you find yourself coughing, clearing your throat or dealing with an aching head, you might not be coming down with a cold — you could be dealing with the health consequences of having stale air in your home. This common problem happens when air is trapped within the walls of your property, so it recirculates [...]
It’s not always easy being green. If you want to do your bit for the planet by redecorating your home to be more eco-friendly, make sure you are choosing these green alternatives in order to reduce your carbon footprint. Reuse and recycle Before embarking on a new design for your home, [...]
In a world where global warming is creeping up at an alarming rate, staying green and environmentally friendly in general is of paramount importance. While there are actions every individual can take to reduce their carbon footprint (such as driving less) and reduce the overall emissions they are responsible for creating, there is also plenty of [...]
Homeowners nowadays are becoming more conscious of how they affect the environment than they ever have been before. We are seeing, more than at any other point in history, more people focus on what their ecological footprint is. More and more people are working to reduce the negative impact they have on the environment, whether that [...]
Your happily ever after needs a setting for it to take place, and that’s why you’re doing all you can to protect the earth. The only problem is that so many wedding ideas look gorgeous, but waste resources that’ll only be used once before ending up in the trash. And that’s no way to make your [...]
It’s no secret that weddings cost money — lots of money. In fact, the average American wedding costs around $25,000. So naturally you’ve got to cut corners when you can, where you can. It’s hard to do this on the ceremony itself, your dress, food and alcohol or your photographer and videographer. However, wedding invitations can [...]
With so many factors negatively affecting the Earth—from pollution, to depletion of natural resources and global warming—there is no wonder why many parents want to make protecting the planet a family affair. Parents who are concerned about the welfare of the planet can instill in their children values that are aligned with Earth-friendly behaviors. Here are [...]
Believe it or not, many people have started creating gardens on top of roofs aka green roofs. So what’s this trend actually about? Have some folks just decided to plant a few trees on a building roof out of fun? Surely there is a bigger story behind all that... and we’re here to tell it. [...]
What the world needs is for us to pay a bit more attention to Mother Earth. With the ever-growing population, people are trying to find any way they can to reuse items. Any little thing that helps society become more eco-friendly or slows the use of resources seems worth it. The question is what does this [...]
Plants are a great decor option if you’re looking to add eco-design to your home. Assorted greenery can bring natural accents to different areas of a room while also improving your overall health. This is because certain plants can purify the air and help you breathe better. Many of these plants are easy to maintain, so [...]
You do your best to keep your family safe from all the dangers they run into outside of your home, but how often do you consider the toxic dangers that they run into inside your own doors? Every day, we live around numerous toxins, and whether they’re airborne or ingested, they can cause great harm if [...]
Chances are you’ve heard all about tiny houses in the past few years. Whether it was via a show on TV or through a friend who’s considering building one, the tiny house trend is everywhere, and for good reason. As the cost of living continues to increase, so does the impact that living has on the [...]
You’re tired of crunching numbers. You’re tired of a cramp in your neck as you sit at your office chair. Every day, rain or shine, you find yourself gazing out the window, wishing you were out there in it. You wish you lived somewhere peaceful, somewhere where you could hear crickets. (And yourself think.) If this [...]
Athletes thrive in comfortable gear. Fashionistas thrive in show-stopping designs. Environmentalists thrive when creating products that help Mother Earth. So what does an environmentally conscious, fashionable athlete wear while cycling? "What does an environmentally conscious, fashionable athlete wear while cycling?" Danny Shane. Launched in 2009, this Texas based company caters to cyclists who want [...]
You already do your part to follow a green lifestyle, whether that means bringing your own tote bag to the grocery store or taking shorter showers in order to save water. But, as you’ve mastered these steps toward eco-friendliness, you want to do more. Purchasing eco-friendly furniture is a great place to start. It’s no surprise [...]
With the new year comes that familiar itch to begin again and reflect on a year’s worth of choices. How do we want to approach this next chapter in a different, more impactful way? Nearly everything in our lives can be examined through this lens, right down to our wardrobes. The era of industrialization and later [...]
If you enjoy making the most of your outdoor space, doubtless you’ve carefully considered how best to use every inch of it. From a vegetable plot that produces delicious fresh ingredients for dinner with family and friends, to a seating area complete with a fire pit for evening and winter entertaining, a good backyard is an [...]
As people have become more eco-conscious in recent years, it has become easier to find environmentally-friendly products on the market, as well as new ways to reduce your carbon footprint around the home. Saving energy and reducing waste without compromising on style is now easier than ever. "Even small green changes can help you save [...]
Driving everywhere on your own? It’s time to kick that habit if you want to be kind to the environment and do your bit to save the planet. So, let’s look at the leanest, greenest ways to get around. Carpooling Instead of driving alone you could always find people going in the same direction to [...]
