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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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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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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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The Power of the Sun: How Solar Energy is Lighting Up Our Future
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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3 significant climate agreements and their impact
Climate change remains one of the most pressing global challenges, and international cooperation is crucial in mitigating its effects. Over the years, several significant climate agreements have been established to coordinate global efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable development. We’ve all seen the names of these agreements in the news, but I’ve not ever been very familiar with how they differ from each other, how they seek to accomplish their stated goals, and how effective they have been. In an effort to learn more about this topic, this week I’m exploring key climate agreements past and present, their benefits and drawbacks, and their impact on global climate…
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Effortless meal planning in 5 easy steps
Nothing is guaranteed to throw my week off more quickly than not doing a meal plan! Having meals planned out and the ingredients on hand to make them has become the foundation of my week; If a meal plan isn’t in place, then somehow the rest of the week I feel like I’m playing catch up. Meal planning also helps to: Whether you’re new to meal planning or looking to refine your process, hopefully this post provides some helpful ideas! Step 1: Understand what you’re looking to achieve Before getting started it’s important to know what the aim of the plan is. Are you meal planning to save money, eat…
