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The hidden cost of convenience: Types of plastic pollution and their impact
Plastic has quietly overtaken our modern lives because of its convenience, durability, and affordability. It is everywhere – on our food, in our clothing, surrounding us in our home and office furnishings. Yet, the very properties that make plastic so useful—its strength and resistance to degradation—also make it a threat to all of us. As global plastic production surpasses 400 million tons annually, it’s important to understand the types of plastic pollution, their impact, and what we can do to reduce reliance on these materials to work toward a sustainable future. This post is a part of our Climate Change Collective conversations. Jamie at JamieAdStores is starting off our conversation this month…
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Why Start a Sustainability Blog? Celebrating 5 years of Blogging Together
Last month , Krista and I celebrated our five year anniversary of launching our blog. It’s hard to believe that five years have gone by already! Year 5 seems like a good one to stop and reflect on our journey so far and why we decided to start a sustainability blog. But before all of that, we also want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who stops by and reads our blog. Every visit and view is a huge encouragement to us. It’s humbling to have visitors from all over the world sharing this sustainability journey with us. The Roots Krista and I have been friends for well…
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Garage Sales: Why They’re Important and How to Host a Successful One
In a world increasingly aware of the impact of consumerism and waste, garage sales offer a powerful, practical solution: they help reduce landfill waste, extend the life of products, and promote community sharing. If you’ve ever wondered whether hosting a garage sale is worth the effort, the answer is a resounding yes — for both your wallet and the planet. Alison and I hosted a garage sale just a couple of weeks ago and so I thought I’d share a few thoughts and tips from the experience for anyone considering hosting a similar event! Why Host a Garage Sale? Reduce Waste: Instead of tossing unwanted items into the trash, selling…
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Turning the Tide: How Ocean Waves Are Generating Clean Tidal Energy
The planet is electric. It is literally filled with ways for us to create renewable energy and power our lives. Not only can renewable energy provide us with electricity, but it can also help us move away from a dependence on fossil fuels. Our Power, Our Planet is the theme for Earth Day 2025, which carries a focus on “harnessing renewable energy to build a healthy, sustainable, equitable and prosperous future for us all.” With this theme in mind, we are focusing our next few weeks on the different types of renewable energy options. This renewable energy series will take a look at the good, the bad, and the encouraging…
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The Heat Beneath Our Feet: Unlocking the Potential of Geothermal Power
The planet is electric. It is literally filled with ways for us to create renewable energy and power our lives. Not only can renewable energy provide us with electricity, but it can also help us move away from a dependence on fossil fuels. Our Power, Our Planet is the theme for Earth Day 2025, which carries a focus on “harnessing renewable energy to build a healthy, sustainable, equitable and prosperous future for us all.” With this theme in mind, we are focusing our next few weeks on the different types of renewable energy options. This renewable energy series will take a look at the good, the bad, and the encouraging…
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From Rivers to Electricity: Explaining the Power of Hydro Energy
The planet is electric. It is literally filled with ways for us to create renewable energy and power our lives. Not only can renewable energy provide us with electricity, but it can also help us move away from a dependence on fossil fuels. Our Power, Our Planet is the theme for Earth Day 2025, which carries a focus on “harnessing renewable energy to build a healthy, sustainable, equitable and prosperous future for us all.” With this theme in mind, we are focusing our next few weeks on the different types of renewable energy options. This renewable energy series will take a look at the good, the bad, and the encouraging…
