September 20th, 2010 |
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I hold that there isn’t a “wrong way” to make butternut squash soup, so don’t take my word for this recipe – jazz up this fall treat any way you like – just make it sustainable.
Before anything, get some garlic roasting. I cut off the top third of... Read the rest of this entry »
September 16th, 2010 |
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For Green Office Week, bring sustainability into your office place. Below, I’ve listed some of the some ways to be green at work. Here are the biggies:
1. Computer. The computer is the central tool for those working in an office. Computers in the business sector unnecessarily waste... Read the rest of this entry »
September 14th, 2010 |
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For Green Office Week, take this survey to learn more about the ways businesses are getting on board to make themselves more green and efficient!
September 13th, 2010 |
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Hello!
It’s been a bit over a month since I’ve written because I took some time off to backpack through France with “le boyfriend.” Tough life – I know.
Right before I left, Jon Sumple, the director if Mission: Sustainable said something along the lines of ‘Number one, have a... Read the rest of this entry »
August 27th, 2010 |
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Five lucky winners of “The Future is Organic” giveaway will receive a year of Organic Valley products (in the form of 52 free product coupons.) Three lucky winners will receive a $25 membership in and a $250 gift certificate from Seed Savers Exchange, a non-profit organization of gardeners dedicated... Read the rest of this entry »
August 26th, 2010 |
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According to a news article from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Americans are using less energy, which is helping to boost the use of renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, hydro, and geothermal. Less energy demand coupled with technological advances in the field of renewable energy... Read the rest of this entry »
August 25th, 2010 |
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For Renewable Week, the coupon features furniture from VivaTerra. They are a business that demonstrates how we need to think about having a “closed loop” lifestyle. Things should not be thrown away; they should be reused, recycled or turned into other products, extending the life of an item as long as possible. Renew,... Read the rest of this entry »
August 20th, 2010 |
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Get your walk on…in Rwanda!
Register to become an online member of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International (it’s free to join) and you’ll be entered into a giveaway for a Gorilla Trek for Two to Rwanda with Baobab Expeditions. The prize consists of a four... Read the rest of this entry »
August 19th, 2010 |
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Walking. The alternate-alternate mode of transportation as it’s sometimes thought of. However, this week, with summer weather in full swing, I decided to make walking the theme. Especially as Walk Score is rolling out its newest addition: Transit Score. “What are these Scores?” you may ask. First, let me... Read the rest of this entry »
August 19th, 2010 |
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For walking week, it is important to remember how important it is to stay active and in tune with your body as a part of a balanced lifestyle. Exercises like yoga are a perfect example of a low-impact workout that keeps you toned as well as more relaxed and... Read the rest of this entry »