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Lego’s Plant-Based Bricks Satisfy Millennial Parents’ Requests for Sustainable Toys

August 20, 2019August 30, 2019 Featured Contributor 0 Comments

Beloved toymaker Lego has answered the call, announcing that their newest treehouse kit will be made with plant-based materials, while the company’s goal is to make all its products entirely sustainable by 2030.

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How Many Wind Farms Are Needed To Power The World’s Major Cities?

April 10, 2019 Guest Author 0 Comments wind power

According to a new infographic, researchers estimate that wind farms have the potential to produce up to 40 times the electricity the world consumes. However, they provide just 4% of the world’s electricity at this point in time.

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Things To Consider When Doing an Eco-Friendly Construction Project

April 8, 2019 Contributor 0 Comments construction, eco friendly

Climate change is an increasingly common term. Everything from the number of forests being cut down to the number of fossil fuels we use contributes to changing weather patterns and, ultimately, the lessening of the planet’s natural resources. If you routinely take on construction projects, chances are you are contributing to the problem. Luckily, you can take steps to ensure your next project as more environmentally friendly and possibly even more affordable for you to complete!

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How to Reduce Your Environmental Impact (While Continuing to Drive)

March 19, 2019March 19, 2019 Contributor 0 Comments cars, driving

If you want to reduce your carbon footprint but still must rely on a vehicle, what can you do? Here are some options to consider:

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Tips to Stay Eco-Friendly on the Water

February 28, 2019February 28, 2019 Contributor 0 Comments

When you’re out on the water, swept away in the grandeur of the great outdoors, it’s important to remember your actions come at a cost. If you aren’t careful, you could risk harming the environment you love so much.

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What are Recycled Tires Used For?

January 30, 2019January 30, 2019 Contributor 0 Comments recycling, tires

Thanks to new technologies and newfound uses for recycled tires, however, we’re using recycled products in more ways than you might have realized. Chances are, you may even be using recycled tire products in your home, and you’re probably driving over them on your way to work.

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Money-Wasting, Planet-Harming Habits to Kick in 2019

January 21, 2019October 14, 2019 Featured Contributor 0 Comments

The new year is well underway, but it’s never too late (or too early) to embrace a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Though small individual steps likely won’t save the whole planet, a single person can still drastically reduce their personal carbon footprint.