With the countdown to Christmas in full gear, here’s one more all-important event to add to your calendar: the National Audubon Society’s 122nd Christmas Bird Count (CBC). From December 14 through January 5, thousands of volunteer birdwatchers will join together to help conduct this annual early-winter census. Its mission? To provide a snapshot of how […]
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Part 3 of my Body Burden series with Dr. Bruce Lanphear Welcome to the final podcast of my 3-part series with Dr. Bruce Lanphear, author of the “Little Things Matter” YouTube video for chemicals of concern. Dr. Lanphear is a professor of health sciences at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, British Columbia, and principal investigator […]
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Part 2 of my Body Burden series with Dr. Bruce Lanphear Welcome to the second podcast of my 3-part series with Dr. Bruce Lanphear, author of the “Little Things Matter” YouTube video for chemicals of concern. Dr. Lanphear is a professor of health sciences at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, British Columbia, and […]
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Part 1 of my Body Burden series with Dr. Bruce Lanphear Norwex Learning Network · On the Mission, Episode 9: Body Burden: What Is It and Should I Be Concerned? Today I’m super excited to share the first of my 3-part podcast with Dr. Bruce Lanphear, author of the “Little Things Matter” YouTube video for […]
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Movement readers, I’m super excited to start the Plastic Free Challenge this Thursday, and I’m hoping many of you will join me. But we all know that reducing plastic isn’t always easy, so I’ve put together a few tips to help us avoid plastic as much as possible. 1. Buy in bulk where possible. Last […]
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Gearing Up for Grilling? If your summertime plans include cranking up the grill for a delicious meal to serve family and friends, you’ll want to make sure your cooker is clean! Not only does a well-kept grill look better, it’s safer, works better and lasts longer, too. Even if you wiped down your charcoal or […]
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Radically reducing chemicals and making the world a little safer I’m so excited to wish Norwex® a big “Happy anniversary!” After beginning in Norway 27 years ago this month, Norwex now has a long, proud history of radically reducing chemicals in homes all over the world. Our exceptional microfiber, household and personal care products are […]
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Norwex and You: Together We Can Make a Difference Earth Day is dear to Norwex Consultants all over the world, who are creating healthier homes and a safer planet by radically reducing harmful chemicals and waste. And with this important day coming up on April 22, what better time than now to highlight a few […]
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Norwex General Manager Julien Dufaure Shares What Sets Our Microfiber Apart Today I’m excited to share my recent conversation with Julien Dufaure, General Manager, Norwex® Institute for Textile Innovation & Manufacturing (Norwex China), who describes the lengths to which Norwex goes to provide the best, highest-quality microfiber available anywhere. With an extensive background in product […]
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Closing the Chapter Well can you believe it? The New Year is almost (finally) here! I know for many of us, 2021 couldn’t come soon enough. And while this year has certainly been challenging, it’s a good time to remember all we’ve accomplished and for me to say “Thank you” for what you’re doing to […]
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