tag:www.enaturalawakenings.com,2005:/categories/green-livingGreen Living Green Living | Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties Healthy Living Healthy Planet2024-03-14T18:58:16-04:00urn:uuid:b759f25d-8820-4bd5-ba9d-e8830110252a2024-02-25T19:42:48-05:002024-03-14T18:58:16-04:00Pollinator Corridors: Tips to Reestablish Lost Habitats2024-02-29 09:26:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesPollinators provide vital benefits to people and wildlife, keeping animals and plants that we depend on thriving while bringing us food and supporting the economy.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:fd576415-8ee9-414f-b478-ca010fd9b78c2024-02-26T11:10:39-05:002024-03-01T20:42:15-05:00Forest Stewardship2024-02-29 09:00:00 -0500Kris UrquhartActions we can take in celebration of International Day of Forests on March 21 and every day to ensure the future of our woodlands.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:60adf259-36d4-4fda-ab33-56eb36c2d91d2024-01-24T15:41:54-05:002024-03-01T15:31:53-05:00Lowering Our Battery Footprint: A Look at Personal Strategies and Emerging Technologies2024-01-31 09:26:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesAmericans buy and discard about 3 billion lithium-ion and alkaline batteries annually. While single-use batteries significantly tax the environment, advancements in production, lifespan and recycling can lead to a greener future.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e6980bac-7eea-4813-825b-b6b887ae31632023-12-18T13:42:52-05:002024-02-07T19:24:26-05:00Growing Young in Nature: How Seniors Heal in the Great Outdoors2023-12-29 09:26:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesSpending time outdoors can markedly improve a person’s physical, mental and emotional well-being.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4f4145e5-029e-41db-9468-bb45be3395692023-12-19T15:40:36-05:002024-02-02T15:35:43-05:00Finding the Right Eco-Friendly Roof2023-12-29 09:00:00 -0500Kris UrquhartWhile a house is usually a family’s biggest investment, sustainable improvements can be made to make it an environmental asset, too. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b43e3e2a-7d4e-41ff-8a9a-24adb94595042023-11-16T20:04:08-05:002024-02-02T15:36:05-05:00Keeping Holiday Parties Green2023-11-28 06:30:00 -0500Kristy MayerLet’s make this holiday season a time to remember that sustainability and fun can go hand in hand.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1a2876c0-63f8-488a-86d1-122c61cf8a4a2023-11-16T20:11:04-05:002024-01-01T09:38:53-05:00Clothing Donation Tips: Understanding Where Secondhand Items Go2023-11-28 06:30:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesDonating clothes feels good because we expect it to help someone else. More than 70 percent of the global population wears secondhand clothing. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:37edff58-aaaa-4ce2-8b8d-31cfa504fe3c2023-11-06T17:44:50-05:002024-02-06T12:09:43-05:00Eco Living and the Revival of Walking: Steps Toward a Healthier Planet and You2023-10-31 16:00:00 -0400Jessica Scofield-Chichester, PhDWalking, humanity’s timeless mode of transport, has dramatically dwindled due to swift urbanization and technological progress. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:58f7cb18-f656-4f54-8244-137ae30ee2082023-10-19T14:34:38-04:002024-01-01T00:52:21-05:00Green Fitness: Choosing an Earth-Friendly Gym 2023-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Kiki PowersTraditional fitness centers consume significant amounts of electricity, water and other resources, but more gyms are rising to the challenge of reducing their environmental impact and employing strategies to increase energy efficiency, decrease waste and provide a healthier workout environment.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:819430b5-984a-4d5f-b912-b56048ffe85e2023-10-19T15:00:49-04:002024-01-01T17:46:58-05:00The Joys of Minimalism: A Rich Life With Less Stuff2023-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Carrie JacksonFinding that material possessions weigh them down, people are turning to minimalism to simplify their physical, mental and emotional space.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c7491ee3-f768-4da9-a24e-2194acdbd5492023-09-16T13:07:03-04:002023-10-31T11:02:34-04:00Recycled Art: Transforming Trash Into Treasure2023-09-29 09:30:00 -0400Gisele RinaldiMotivated by a desire to educate and inspire, many upcycle artists often interweave a message of environmental consciousness into their artwork, thus spreading awareness about issues or making social commentary.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:05d0d389-fc2a-47fe-997e-3df7296f58212023-08-16T16:35:02-04:002023-10-02T10:29:42-04:00Understanding Light Pollution: Environmental Concerns and Achievable Remedies2023-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Sheryl DeVoreAt Montana’s Medicine Rock State Park, visitors have a rare opportunity to look up at the night sky and see an awe-inspiring display of planets and constellations, as well as the Milky Way.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:56fa937b-e5e1-4c72-9a03-1b369554709c2023-07-15T17:22:20-04:002023-08-31T13:04:52-04:00Eco-Friendly U: Sustainability on the Rise at U.S. Colleges2023-07-31 09:30:00 -0400Carrie JacksonThe halls of higher education are adopting more sustainable practices as students and university stakeholders increasingly understand that their lifestyle choices and daily operations impact the planet.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:21378acf-f322-432c-9975-fc635445422d2023-06-15T16:59:18-04:002023-08-02T15:57:46-04:00Fighting Climate Change in the Garden: Regenerative Techniques for a Healthy Ecosystem2023-06-30 09:30:00 -0400Julie PetersonReversing global warming may feel like a problem that is out of reach, but anyone can make a difference by planting an ecologically supportive garden.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7cdbccb4-cc6b-4122-b39f-2552f2caacae2023-06-16T19:37:36-04:002023-08-09T23:20:36-04:00The Microbiome Connection: How Soil and Human Health Are Related2023-06-30 09:30:00 -0400Kelcie OttoesThe human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c5350515-2c0c-4680-a23e-e8a272b485432023-05-15T19:49:24-04:002023-06-30T13:10:03-04:00Socially Conscious Investing: How to Choose Sustainable Stocks and Mutual Funds2023-05-31 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonWhen choosing stocks and mutual funds, a growing number of investors don’t just want to get a good return on their investment, they also seek to support corporations that spread kindness, protect (or do not pollute) the environment and support women, minorities and LGBTQ+ people.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d1ae7f7c-2631-4b04-a4fc-f0b4d46889312023-05-17T21:29:29-04:002024-02-02T15:41:51-05:00Greener Grilling2023-05-31 09:30:00 -0400Kristy MayerThe aroma of tasty treats sizzling on an outdoor grill evokes memories of laughter among family and friends, picnic tables brimming with colorful foods and the joy of running barefoot in the grass.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a65f98fe-a2b9-4247-ae25-181ef87cdb412023-04-18T21:55:39-04:002023-06-05T18:11:17-04:00Gardening Therapy: Healing Mind, Body and Spirit in the Yard2023-04-28 09:30:00 -0400Sheryl DeVoreThe exercise, sunshine and fresh air promote mental and physical health, and so does our contact with soil microbes and the harmonious patterns of nature. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6e0e53bd-b800-4dfe-ace1-5b3c7a3b754c2023-03-16T21:36:32-04:002023-05-01T10:49:59-04:00The Winds of Change: Young Activists Pursue Climate Justice and Green Living2023-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonBorn in the mid-to-late 1990s up to the early 2010s, Generation Z environmental activists agree that urgent action is needed to achieve climate justice, and they’re willing to do what it takes to get results.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6048582e-1d17-4119-b7fe-3cd72283e88a2023-03-17T15:54:22-04:002023-08-31T10:13:12-04:00A New Dawn on the Farm Front: Stepping Away From Industrialized Agriculture 2023-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Sandra YeyatiThe COVID-19 pandemic uncovered weaknesses in the food supply system, such as supply chain vulnerabilities, and altered human behavior as more people started cooking at home and exploring healthier lifestyle choices. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>