Chickens are delightful creatures. Not only will they help you go green, they’ll provide you with delicious eggs and hours of entertainment.

Do you have backyard chickens? Tells us about your experience!

How Keeping Chickens Can Help You Go Green
There are many reasons why people choose to raise backyard chickens. Some want to go green, some want the eggs or meat, others want pets, and still others are looking for a combination of practicality…
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The benefits of solar power are clear and costs continue to fall. Is your home prepared for the future of energy? Here are 9 crucial steps to know for sure.

Solar Power: 9 Crucial Steps To Prepare Your Home
Solar power is a booming industry in the United States. Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels are still expensive, trends in production efficiency and cost of materials point to a continued drop in the price of PV…
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The TrailRider is an innovative vehicle which allows those with mobility issues to access the great outdoors in a way that hasn't been possible - until now. ‪#‎nationaltrailsday‬

TrailRider Proves Access To Nature Is Attainable
More and more research is accumulating to support the therapeutic benefits of immersing yourself in the natural world. Decreased stress, increased focus, the list of physical and psychological benefits keeps growing. However, for one segment of…
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Hit the trails today. Send us your pics! ‪#‎nationaltrailsday‬

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A new study exposes that while respondents said that they view themselves as environmentally responsible, their actions show otherwise. Why the gap?

Environmentally Responsible Living Too Expensive?
We're all a little too aware of the glaring gap that can exist between our words and our actions. Whether it's preaching about healthy eating followed by a midnight cheesecake binge, or judging another mom's…
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Want to teach your kids how to recycle? Check out this list of fun family activities, including a visit to a recycling center and a musical upcycling project. ‪#‎CareToRecycle‬

Care to Recycle
Want to teach your kids more about recycling, but not sure how? We’ve got a whole day of family activities to help your little ones learn the importance of recycling.
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As it turns out, a pair of food purveyors are proving that a ‪#‎zerowaste‬ grocery shopping experience is possible. From Austin, Texas to Berlin, Germany - find out how they make it happen.

Zero Waste Grocery Experience Goes Worldwide
Whenever I take a peak at the items in my trash can before bringing them to the dumpster, I am astonished by how much food packaging there is. My household is not unique: one-third of…
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