On a good note, there is evidence out there that the number of landfills has decreased over the past years. Yes, there is still way too much being dumped into these landfills and yes, they are taking up a lot of space, but we are making some steps toward reducing the need for landfills. One of the best steps that we as people made was to start making recycling a priority. Recycling has certainly reduced a lot of waste; bottles and cans take up a ridiculous amount of space in a landfill.
However, it is important to note that with the
Reduce What you Throw in Landfills
by Bea September 29th, 2010 | Environment, Pollution, Recycle, Reduce, Reuse
Biodegradable Plastics
by Bea September 23rd, 2010 | Environment, Recycle, Reuse
Biodegradable plastics are starting to become a new fad in the world of materials. Being able to advertise that something is made out of biodegradable plastics is definitely a money-maker in this day and age because more and more people are starting to "care" about the environment. Well, even if they do not really care and they are just doing it to say that they are green, at least it is one step in the right direction.
A substance is said to biodegrade when it is broken down by other living organisms (such as enzymes and microbes) into its constituent
A substance is said to biodegrade when it is broken down by other living organisms (such as enzymes and microbes) into its constituent
Harmful Beauty Products
by Jaclyn Abergas September 16th, 2010 | Easy Ideas, Environment
We, girls, love our beauty products. We complain about running out of money to buy them, but we can't avoid it. We need them! But did you know that there are some products that have ingredients that are harmful to our planet? Here's a list of common beauty products that are and what we can do to take care of it.
Lip Balms
A lot of lip balms contain synthetic fragrances and parabens and petroleum-derived ingredients. One such ingredient is phthalate, which, when released in the environment, can cause biodegradation and photodegradation. These ingredients can also cause hormonal imbalances and defects
Lip Balms
A lot of lip balms contain synthetic fragrances and parabens and petroleum-derived ingredients. One such ingredient is phthalate, which, when released in the environment, can cause biodegradation and photodegradation. These ingredients can also cause hormonal imbalances and defects
Organic Clothing
by Bea September 9th, 2010 | Environment, Reduce
As for a basic definition, organic clothing is made from all-natural, non-synthetic materials. Easy enough right? Recently it has become a bigger trend with people. I know a couple of people who have their own organic clothing line and many universities such as Northeastern University are selling organic shirts too in order to "get in" on the fad. Perhaps they actually do care about the organization that they are supporting, but in general, organic clothing is starting to become more and more popular.
Organic shirts started to be made as part of the organic agriculture movement. The point of this
Organic shirts started to be made as part of the organic agriculture movement. The point of this
Green Living Tips
by Jaclyn Abergas September 2nd, 2010 | Easy Ideas, For the Kitchen, Household Hints, Recycle, Reduce, Reuse
Here are some useful green tips that you can practice everyday.
1. Salt
Salt can be used for a lot of things in the home, including yourself. You can use it to test an egg's freshness, extend cheese life and shell nuts easily. You can treat mosquito bites and ease sore throat using salt. You can keep ants away, repair walls and tame barbecue flames. You can clean sink drains, clean greasy pans, refrigerators and glass coffee pots. Feel free to share your other uses for salt at home.
2. Moving Homes
Moving homes can be such a hassle. Trying to figure out
1. Salt
Salt can be used for a lot of things in the home, including yourself. You can use it to test an egg's freshness, extend cheese life and shell nuts easily. You can treat mosquito bites and ease sore throat using salt. You can keep ants away, repair walls and tame barbecue flames. You can clean sink drains, clean greasy pans, refrigerators and glass coffee pots. Feel free to share your other uses for salt at home.
2. Moving Homes
Moving homes can be such a hassle. Trying to figure out
