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Edible Landscapes: Creating Regenerative Sustenance

Jun 30, 2025 09:26AM ● By Maya Whitman

Food forests mimic natural ecosystems to produce resilient, edible landscapes, offering biodiversity, soil health, and local food solutions—even in small urban spaces.

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Rescuing Old Items for Garden Décor

Jun 30, 2025 09:00AM

Old teapots, ladders, and boots become whimsical, low-cost garden art, as upcycling breathes creative, eco-conscious life into outdoor spaces

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Healing the Split From Nature: Accepting Earth’s Guidance

May 30, 2025 09:26AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Soil microbes, forest immersion and daily time outdoors can ease anxiety, boost immunity and reconnect modern lives with the rhythms and healing of the natural world.

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Sustainable Sportswear: Banishing Plastic From Fitness Apparel

Apr 30, 2025 09:26AM ● By Tom Whittle

Eco-friendly fabrics and smarter laundering practices help reduce microplastic pollution while maintaining performance in activewear.

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Waste Not, Want Not: Benefits of a Circular Economy

Mar 31, 2025 09:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

A circular economy reduces waste and resource use by keeping materials in circulation through reuse, repair and redesign.

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Earth Day 2025: Our Power, Our Planet

Mar 31, 2025 09:26AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

This year’s Earth Day calls for a global shift to renewable energy to combat climate change and create jobs.

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Clean and Renewable Energy: New Advancements That Promise a Greener Future

Mar 31, 2025 09:26AM ● By Tom Whittle

Advancements in solar, wind and AI technology are reshaping how clean energy is generated, stored and integrated into daily life.

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Drought-Resistant Gardening: Conserving Water in the Backyard

Feb 28, 2025 09:26AM ● 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 09:00AM

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 09:26AM ● 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 09:00AM

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 09:26AM ● 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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New Uses for Old T-Shirts

Dec 31, 2024 09:00AM

Revive old T-shirts with creative DIY ideas. Make scrunchies, tote bags, dog toys, memory quilts, braided baskets, or reusable cleaning cloths.

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Click Local: How Online Shopping Boosts Neighborhood Businesses

Nov 29, 2024 09:26AM ● By Megy Karydes

Support your community while enjoying online convenience. Discover how local businesses combine personal service with digital tools to thrive in today's shopping landscape.

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

Oct 31, 2024 09:26AM ● 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 09:26AM ● 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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