If you’re like me, you cringe when you see people leaving the grocery store with a cart full of items in plastic bags. The problem is that even if these people dutifully dispose of these plastic bags in designated recycling receptacles, only a small percentage of it (up to 20 percent) will be recycled [1]. […]
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A homeless man in Conifer, Colorado, finally was able to get off the streets and live in an RV on property he purchased himself. Not long after, however, by-law officers all but kicked him off of his property. Unfortunately, his isn’t the only tale like this. Homeless Man Kicked Off Of His Own Property After […]
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Germany is known for its beer and bratwurst. These are two traditional mainstays in the German diet. PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) is built on the idea of protecting animals and ensuring they are treated in a way that is humane so it is understandable that these German delicacies aren’t their cup […]
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You may find red, orange, or even green tomatoes at your local supermarket, but be prepared to potentially see purple ones next year. The USDA has approved a genetically modified purple tomato to be sold to the American public. In a September news release, the agency explained, “From a plant pest risk perspective, this plant […]
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Let’s just cut straight to the point- who doesn’t like vacations? After all, for most of us, we work to enjoy those holidays even more- if possible. Jonny Wheeler of Clinton showed the world that work and vacation could go hand in hand. It has been 7 years since that revelation, and Wheeler doesn’t seem […]
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Aaron Fletcher has created his own one-of-a-kind lifestyle. He’s a nomadic shepherd who lives out of a cart drawn by his sheep. On his website, he explains that his eco-activism has led to this way of life. His sheep guerilla-graze on public grass or in yards with the owner’s permission. They provide Fletcher with most […]
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Ever seen a house made from coffee? Well, if you love coffee, you are going to love this! Can you think of anything better than a house made from coffee? Besides being the most consumed beverage in the world, coffee is now being used to build houses. Did you know that coffee generates large amounts […]
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Every spring, I look forward to starting my own veggie garden. One thing is for sure: Farm life has the same garden pests ready to gobble up all your hard work! After some research, I discovered a hack that blew my mind! Did you know that you can put bars of soap in your garden […]
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For many decades now, herbicides, pesticides, and the like have played a big part in conventional agriculture. While they have had their positive effects, such as increased production and decreased crop loss, more evidence comes out every year that proves that they’re “magic” effects might just be too good to be true. One of these […]
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Recent studies have displayed a surprising affinity for transparent solar panels. It is possible to install them in various places around Europe. This finding comes simultaneously with scientists being able to achieve a completely new efficiency record for dye-sensitized solar cells. An Ecole Polytechnique Federale du Lausanne team in Switzerland conducted the research. A specially […]
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PETA has been around since 1980. We have, since, seen a number of people choose to go vegetarian. Moreover, some have even chosen to go vegan, cutting all meat and animal products out of their lives entirely. Although we do know there are certain nutrients we get from these products, scientists have created and found […]
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Gardening is a hobby that many enjoy. However, not all of us are lucky to live in a climate that supports healthy plant life all year round. So, human beings have done what they do best and invented some genius ways to aid their vegetable patches. The polytunnel is one of the better inventions and […]
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