Thoughts on two days of water immersion WaterPalooza! 2021 featured a spectacular roundup of water industry luminaries, industry experts, municipal water providers, entrepreneurs, scientists, government officials, advocates, and educators speaking about conserving, making, and preserving water. Some key takeaways: Fix the leaks, transition thirsty landscaping to drought resistant plants, and don’t waste water! A diversified […]
The “old panels” taken down and set for a cleaning. & a Snazzy Solar Roof (w/drones) It started, as most things do, over a beer. And copious appetizers provided by wonderfully determined hosts. Al fresco dining near the barbecue, with reasonable social distance. Conversation with my wife’s friend’s husband (we’ll call him Abe) turns to […]
SSV’s Sustainable Life program has partnered with Tru Earth, a Vancouver-based provider of innovative Eco-Strips laundry detergent and other interesting products. They are a self-described movement (@TruEarthMovement and #TruEarthMovement) not afraid to get dirty and make a video about getting clean. Eco-Strips are super-concentrated, hypoallergenic strips you tear apart and put in your usual liquid detergent […]
With drought, wildfires, and extreme temperatures in the Western US coupled with torrential rains, rising sea levels, and more forceful hurricanes along the Atlantic seaboard, you may be sensing that the perilous repercussions of Climate Change are playing out right now. You are right! Glaciers are rapidly melting as the world has become a hotter […]
President Biden’s Executive Order to “spark” competition in the American Economy, which will lower prices for families, increase wages for workers, promote innovation and even faster economic growth. […]
Here are three innovative ocean projects that improve water quality, provide healthful food, capture carbon, and generate renewable energy. […]
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Instead of buying all kids of cleaning supplies, purchasing white vinegar and batch baking soda (and maybe one essential oil for scent) can act as most cleaning solutions when mixed in different proportions… […]
10 Smart Home Improvements to Save Energy, Money, and the Climate […]
As you head for the beach and other outdoor activities this summer, take the time to rethink, reuse, and reduce your use of plastic. This article includes ways for reducing plastic use for healthier people and planet. […]