One of the inspiring aspects of the Solar Power International (SPI) Conference is the presence of non-profit organizations associated with solar. Even if you had to squint to find them, these renewable energy organizations occupied a few small tables and made it clear how commercial interests could do a little good with their skills, knowledge … Read More
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What Does Conscious Consumerism Mean in 2018?
When I started doing research for this article, I did not anticipate much criticism; but alas, it is 2018 and conscious consumerism is officially a subject of debate among our fellow tree-hugging brethren. What could possibly be dividing people intrinsically motivated to save our environment in the context of making socially-conscious purchasing decisions? First, let’s … Read More
Ride Your Bike for Something More
Whether it’s National Bike Month or not, it’s always a good idea to ride your bike. You can look at it from an environmental position (many have). Or you can look at it as a health benefit. You could also just be a bike enthusiast who has always been a gearhead of sorts. You might … Read More
Favorite Sustainable Products – March
Helping, once again, to make life a little less waste-y, we’ve gathered a fabulous group of eco friendly products. Maybe I’ve been spending too much time in the kitchen lately but this month, we focus mainly on kitchen items. Storing, preserving and cleaning are just a few ways to cut back on waste and reduce … Read More
Can Renting & Solar Panels Mix? Solar Panels for Renters
There are many reasons individuals across the globe are choosing to ‘go solar’ by installing panels. The most popular include decreasing your energy usage, which helps the planet, and decreasing energy costs, which helps your wallet. While the era of covering roofs in panels for a huge tax incentive has slowed—evident by rampant bankruptcies across … Read More
Traveling and Consuming Less
Whenever I travel, it seems nearly impossible to maintain any behavior of consuming less. Tickets with bizarre layovers, tiny drinks in plastic cups, freezing cold air-conditioned rooms, copious amounts of takeout foods in un-recyclable containers–it seems endless. Even if I pack my own snacks and bring my own washable water bottle I still end up … Read More