10 Minimalistic Decor Ideas For Small Spaces (or a Tiny House)
When it comes to tiny living, minimalism is key. Not only do you have little space for your belongings, but clutter can certainly make your tiny house feel even smaller.…
Why Do Droughts Happen? — Causes, Effects, and 7 Ways to Help
Droughts happen when rain insufficiency hits a place for a long period of time, hence causing an acute water shortage. Though often confused with the dry spell, droughts often last…
17 Ways to Reduce Carbon Footprint (Simple & Effective Tips)
According to the World Health Organization, climate change causes an increase in malnutrition, thanks to the effect on food crops, and malaria, thanks to the rising temperature increasing the mosquito…
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Are Plastic Straws Recyclable? [How to Properly Recycle & Dispose Plastic Straws]
I’ve heard from some people that plastic straws can be recycled. I’ve also heard the opposite from others. So, I started wondering, how can I recycle plastic straws? As it…
How to Make Your Home Cozy and Sustainable: 8 Tips!
Many people are becoming more concerned about the environment and are looking for tips on how to lead a sustainable lifestyle. We usually think that we must go through drastic lifestyle…
Tap Water Vs. Bottled Water: Which is Best for You? (2018 Guide)
Americans drink 97 billion bottles of bottled water each year. And, this number is still increasing rapidly year after year. Bottled water is deemed by many as a safer, tastier, and…
5 Environmental Benefits of Hydroponic Growing (Explained in Detail)
There are many benefits of using hydroponic growing over the traditional soil method of growing. In this article, we’ll cover the environmental benefits of hydroponic farming. But, before we begin talking about…
The Effects of Microplastics on Human Health (2018 Facts & Guide)
Plastic contamination of the natural environment has now reached epidemic levels, with particular concern surrounding tiny ‘microplastic’ particles. How might microplastics affect human health? And, how can you possibly avoid them?
How does Rubbish Removal contribute to Climate Change (and the Environment)
The leaders from seven of the world's leading industrialized countries met this month (June 8-9, 2018) at the G7 Summit in Quebec, Canada to discuss potential solutions to climate change. Given…
How Augmented Reality (AR) could help Ecologists in the Future
As the human population of planet earth continues to grow, we impact our environment more and more. Greater volumes of waste, higher demand for food and water, and increasing population…