Ecosystems are a complex series of interconnected life forms that depend upon each other. Ecosystems exist in a state of balance and when one component is affected, the whole system is thrown off.

Bees are an integral part of a healthy ecosystem. Here are some things to think about the next time you get annoyed by a bee. Read the rest of this entry

When you think of children’s birthday parties, you may get images of disposable tablecloths, plastic favors, paper plates and cups, and balloons. These fun events can be extremely wasteful. But children are often just as happy with home-made favors and reusable tablecloths. They just like time to play and eat cake! So let’s take a look at low-impact birthday party ideas that are big on fun and low on waste. Read the rest of this entry

There are so many ways to compost your food waste. There is some sort of composting option for everyone! Here are some of the ways you can compost your food waste. Read the rest of this entry

In addition to lowering your own greenhouse gas emissions, it can be a rewarding and beneficial thing to get your community involved. In fact, it is a key component to enacting real change. But how can you achieve this? Here are some ideas for getting the people in your community on board with you in reducing emissions. Read the rest of this entry

Lowering greenhouse gas emissions means conserving energy. There are quite a few things that you can do in your home to reduce your energy use and lower your emissions. Here are some ideas and suggestions. Read the rest of this entry