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Vegan Leather: Walk the Talk with Cruelty-Free Shoes

Jul 29, 2016 11:50AM

To know that no cow, sheep, or goat was killed to make our shoes is a convincing reason to buy footwear made with material combinations that are people- animal- and planet-friendly.

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Eco-Beach Blast: Sustainable Ways to Enjoy Sand and Surf

Jun 30, 2016 11:13AM

With a little forethought, we can spend sunny hours walking barefoot in the sand while still leaving a beach in better shape for our presence.

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Soil Sisters: Female Farmers Come of Age

Jun 30, 2016 11:13AM ● By Lisa Kivirist

Women driving tractors are surging in number, and they are bringing a fresh sensibility to farming by focusing on organic produce and sustainable practices.

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Banish Bugs: Safely Keep Winged Visitors Away from Outdoor Events

May 31, 2016 01:07PM

Mosquitoes, which are never welcome guests, can even carry dangerous viruses these days—but they can be forestalled with practical, nature-friendly approaches.

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Well Well: New Healthy Building Standard

May 31, 2016 11:09AM

Scientists, doctors and other researchers have developed the WELL Building Standard, a certification program that emphasizes human health and well-being in the design of new structures.

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Ditch the Hotel: Frugal Lodging Options from AirBnB to House Swapping

May 31, 2016 11:09AM ● By Avery Mack

For a truly memorable vacation, try a yurt or castle via AirBnB, a house swap in Hawaii, or house sitting in London.

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Goat Groundskeepers: A Chew Crew Gobbles Up Invasive Species

Apr 29, 2016 11:01AM

Small herds of goats are efficiently ridding a historic cemetery and the University of Georgia of poison ivy and other unwanted plants.

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Tips for the Best Yard Sale Ever: How to Profitably Give Unwanted Stuff a New Life

Apr 29, 2016 11:01AM ● By Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist

Big signs, clever price tags and personal touches are sure ways to make a yard sale stand out.

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Green Wedding: Eco-Style the Momentous Event

Apr 29, 2016 11:01AM

To kick off married life in a planet-friendly fashion, try natural settings, bubble-blowing and acoustic music.

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The Clean Bedroom Unveils More Affordable Mattresses

Apr 02, 2016 03:07AM

The Clean Bedroom has added a new, more affordable, innerspring mattress line

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Social Permaculture Programs at Sticks & Stones

Apr 02, 2016 02:34AM

Explore social permaculture in sustainable living at Sticks and Stones Farm

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Celebrating Earth Day Locally and Globally

Apr 02, 2016 02:26AM ● By Meredith Montgomery

Representatives from nearly every country on Earth gathered in Paris for the 2015 United Nations (UN) Climate Change Conference. UN Secretar...

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Water, Water, Everywhere!: How Healthy is Your Water?

Apr 02, 2016 02:12AM ● By Marcia S. Kendall

About 71 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered with water...

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Social Permaculture: : The Newest Frontier of Sustainable Design

Apr 02, 2016 02:07AM ● By Eliot Snaith and Celine Currier

The term permaculture has gradually been working its way into our social vocabulary

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Restore Your Soil, Harvest the Benefits

Apr 02, 2016 02:00AM ● By Ariana Rawls Fine

Growing robust flowers, vegetables, herbs and fruits takes care and time, but building healthy soil is a vital step

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Everyday Sustainability: Practical Ways We Can Help Out the Planet

Mar 31, 2016 11:28AM ● By Lisa Kivirist and John Ivanko

We can easily green up our lifestyle by making simple choices on everything from food to clothes to cleaning supplies.

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