The term carbon footprint has gained popularity over the past decade in response to growing public awareness of environmental issues and climate change. This expression is now widely used in the media, government, and business world. The popularity of this concept is closely related to concern about rising levels of CO2 in the Earth’s atmosphere …
Making cheese yourself is an integral part of self-sufficiency and a frugal life. There are many ways to make homemade cheese, and each method has its own benefits and level of difficulty. So here is what you need to make this delicious homemade cheese? You will need 1/4 fresh cream, 1/8 teaspoon mesophilic starter culture, …
Turning a regular kitchen into a Zero Waste one is not as hard as you might think. It requires reorganization and a little research, but once a system is in place and the household is trained to use it, Zero Waste is a breeze. Let’s understand our simplifying goals before spinning them into action. The …
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Reduce wastage of food Beyond rotating staples, there are other ways of reducing food waste. We talked about arming ourselves with shopping lists before arriving at the market, but serving small portions, reheating leftovers, and using freezing methods you can further reduce the amount of unused/spoiled food that ends up in the compost. You can …
The five great lakes, Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior, along with Lake Mead, are the biggest surface water sources on earth. Although we seem to have plenty of water, it is sobering to realize that only 3 percent of the water on Earth is fresh water, of which only 1 percent is available for …
One of the best ways to support a sustainable world is to get involved in your own community. Local groups such as political organizations and homeowner associations have the power to improve the environment where we live, work and play. Start by building a strong relationship with your friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Then, by working …
Turn off lights: When you leave a room, turn off all the lights. Remember to turn off your television, DVD player, stereo and computer when you’re not using them. Do a home energy audit: Many utility companies provide free home energy audits to help you identify which areas of your home are not energy efficient. …
When you throw something away, where does it go? There is no “away”. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, more than 80 percent of our trash goes to a landfill. Only 20 percent is burned in incinerators with energy recovery. Most of the garbage you’ve thrown away, therefore, is still out there and will …
What’s the impact of your daily commute? It’s bigger than you think. Your individual gas-powered vehicle creates a large amount of air pollution and greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming. The average commute to work is about 12 miles, and roughly 90 percent of us drive to work alone. In most urban areas, automobile …
Assemble a team of co-workers who want to reduce waste and improve the energy efficiency in your office. To build a “green team,” first get approval from management. Let them know about the team to see how your company might support it. Then:Recruit: Spread the word to coworkers and get members from all departments and …
