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April 25, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 5 Comments

Where in the World Is the Mariana Trench and Why Is it Polluted?

Our Far-Reaching Impact on the Environment Pollution. It’s everywhere. Its impact on the planet? More devastating than we really know! When scientists discover massive amounts of toxic chemicals in a place where humans have virtually never been, the pollution problem facing the planet is far worse than the average individual may realize. Nearly 1600 miles […]

April 20, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 10 Comments

Will Responsible Ecotourism Save the Redwoods?

What We Can Do to Help In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, many sequoia and redwood trees were tunneled through in an effort to entice tourists to visit parks and resorts. The tunnels were tall and wide enough to accommodate cars of the day. In January of 2017, however, as a result of […]

April 18, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 9 Comments

Norwex Movement April 2017 Fan of the Month

Congratulations to Anne Baudouin! Being a Norwex Movement Fan of the Month shows you’re engaged in reducing chemicals and/or creating a more sustainable environment. And our Fans of the Month all receive some well-deserved recognition, a fun prize and 200 Eco Points! Congrats to our latest Norwex Movement Fan of the Month, Anne Baudouin, for […]

April 13, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 15 Comments

What Do You Know About the Dangers of Wet Wipes?

4 Things to Think About Before You Flush What makes wet wipes one of the worst offenders, environmentally speaking? Read “Wet Wipes: Seeking a Safer Alternative” to find out, then take our quiz to test your knowledge. Flushed wet wipes can clog pipes and sewers, creating tons of harmful waste. Wet wipes made from plastics, […]

April 11, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 18 Comments

When You Think About Recycling, Do You Include Your Electronics?

Electronics Can Be Recycled Too! Wait! Before you close the door on all the Spring cleaning you’re doing, be sure to include those no longer used electronics taking up space in your home. The old mobile phones, computers, TVs, telephones, printing equipment, and audio and video devices can all be recycled. There are so many […]

April 6, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 6 Comments

Increase the Efficiency of Your HVAC System and Save Money

Is it Time to Change Your Air Filter? Did you know that indoor air pollution is one of the top five environmental health risks? It’s true—indoor air pollution continues to be a widespread problem. To ensure the air quality in your home is the best it can be, try to keep it well ventilated with […]

April 4, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 11 Comments

How to Plan Your First Garden

Plant the Seeds for a Successful Harvest It’s no secret that gardening is wonderful for your health. You can help reduce the use of chemicals and pesticides and get to eat wonderfully nutritious fruits and vegetables. If you’ve never gardened, getting started may seem a little daunting. But with some research, patience and hard work, […]

March 30, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 8 Comments

Creative Sustainability That Gives Back to the Community

Time to Get Crafty Why Waste? Of the five Rs, (reduce, reuse, recycle, repurpose and refuse), recycling is the one we usually hear about the most. However, the most effective way to deal with waste is not to create it in the first place. By reusing an item, we can lessen the amount of waste […]

March 28, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 9 Comments

Why Use Microbeads When There Are Better Alternatives?

Save the Environment (and Your Skin) from Microbead Damage Along with New Zealand, five Nordic countries—Finland, Norway, Denmark, Iceland and Sweden—are next in line to ban the use of microbeads and microplastics in cosmetics. This comes after the US passes the Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015 and Canada adds Microbeads to its list of toxic […]

March 23, 2017 | Amy Cadora | 7 Comments

4 Things You Need to Know about Outdoor Air Pollution

Problems with the Air You Breathe Did you know that Americans are far more likely to die from the effects of outdoor air pollution than from guns and car accidents combined? Or that air pollution is also deadlier than both HIV/AIDS and malaria? It’s true. A September 2015 study published in the journal Nature revealed that each […]

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