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Fabric bags make shopping greener and easier " The Sunshine Valley Gazette
14+ min ago (340+ words) Marie Joseph, Ros Wickham, Sue Nichols, Jan Park, Dell Sutton, Margaret Evans and Jocelyn make fabric bags on Mondays at the SCILS office at 9 Daniel St, Nambour. Nambour shoppers are being urged to make the switch from heavy-duty plastic bags…...
Earth Talk-Installment 185
51+ min ago (499+ words) Splash Magazines Worldwide Dear Earth Talk: What is a "net-zero" home? Does it have to be new construction or can I retrofit an older home to be "net-zero"? " Peter B. , Boulder, CO As the impact of climate change becomes more severe,…...
Eden Project founder wants councils to 'rip up asphalt' and let young people grow food
2+ hour, 57+ min ago (613+ words) "I wish more young people had access to land." One urban gardening idea could do a lot more than brighten a neighborhood by replacing paved-over public space with raised community garden beds." One of the main intentions, the Guardian reported,…...
What NC needs to do to make it easier to add solar to your home
7+ hour, 13+ min ago (142+ words) WSOC TV Save more, spend less & avoid ripoffs Inside look at law enforcement & true crime Your one-stop shop for delicious dishes Documentaries that enlighten & entertain In-depth reporting & trending stories Alex Murdaugh attorneys sue former court clerk NC gave the ACC…...
Repair Hub taking place May 23 at Watauga Library
13+ hour, 50+ min ago (133+ words) BOONE " The Watauga County Public Library is hosting a Repair Hub on Saturday, May 23, from 10 a. m. to 1 p. m. Working to keep items out of landfills and help community members save money on replacements, the Repair Hub is a nonprofit that offers sewing,…...
Reduce waste feed your lawn: Free home composting workshop coming to Bloomington
8+ hour, 53+ min ago (216+ words) BLOOMINGTON " Monroe County residents looking for a simple way to shrink their trash bills, fight climate change, and score free nutrients for their gardens can do it all at an upcoming local event. The Monroe County Solid Waste Management District…...
U of A dorm rummage sale returns after 8 years in Tucson
10+ hour, 45+ min ago (138+ words) TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - The University of Arizona has officially brought back its dorm rummage sale for the first time since 2018, and it's already drawing big crowds. Tucsonans are shopping at ACE Recycling on South Eisenhower Road for clothing, household items…...
How event florists are reshaping celebrations and making them more sustainable
18+ hour, 22+ min ago (416+ words) From eliminating toxic plastics to sourcing local blooms, find out how experienced event florists are transforming gatherings into greener events. Research Nester reports that the floriculture market was valued at $61. 6 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $104. 1 billion by the…...
CMU Dining Launches "Grow & Give" - Dining Services - Student Affairs
12+ hour, 23+ min ago (264+ words) Participants could also choose to register home grown produce from their private gardens as well." For CMU Dining Services Sustainability, the project is about more than gardening: it's"cultivating a strong sense of community, while advancing shared sustainability values aligned…...
9 Smart Ways to Repurpose Old Jeans
6+ hour, 30+ min ago (750+ words) Give your worn-out jeans a second life with these clever ideas. It's hard to part with your trusty blue jeans. But if yours have seen better days, it may be time to take them out of your wardrobe. The good…...