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Vote for the Planet February 12, 2024 I don’t have to tell you that the challenges we face in our community - and our world - are big. Climate change is impacting our health, threatening our well-being, deepening historical injustices, and shaking our economy. The question is: what can we as individuals do to make a difference? Solar Panels Come to Salemtowne - Thanks to a Resident-Led Project February 8, 2024 Submitted as a Guest Blog by Sarah Catron from Salemtowne A Green Career Conversation with Daniel Johnson of Blanco Tackabery January 22, 2024 Holiday Giving with a (Green) Twist December 14, 2023 Holiday gift giving can be hard. Green Home: Tips to Run Yours November 29, 2023 Written by KC Ogburn, PEA Fall 2023 Intern Meet Maxwell and Clara of Bashavia Gardens: a Green Business Network conversation November 15, 2023 Will Eley, Green Jobs Program Manager at PEA, interviewing Maxwell Nottke and Clara Reitz of Bashavia Gardens Charge & Caffeinate: Join us for Electric Cars and Coffee this Saturday, November 11th from 8am to 10am at SECCA November 9, 2023 Picture this: November 2018, you are a junior in high school and have been driving around confidently for a little over a year now. Join the Movement: Three Powerful Ways to Support PEA's Membership Drive September 20, 2023 Welcome to PEA's Fall Membership Drive – a time of reflection, celebration, and an opportunity for our members to renew their commitment to our vital cause. Sonam Detso: Environmental Specialist August 30, 2023 Will Eley, Green Jobs Program Manager at PEA, interviewing Sonam Detso, Environmental Specialist at Forsyth County’s Department of Environmental Assistance and Protection. Sustainable Tourism: Tips for Conscious Explorers July 25, 2023 The World Tourism Organization defines sustainable tourism as "tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social, and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment, and host communities." In other words, sustainable tourism reduces tourism's negative impacts and maximizes the positive impact on communities, cultures, and environments. Beyond the Mantra: Redefining Recycling Practices for a Sustainable Future July 10, 2023 Aspirational recycling is otherwise known as ‘wish-cycling.’ This is when you feel that something should be recycled, so you put it in the recycling bin under the assumption that someone will sort through it. However, this is unfortunately not always the case. More often than not, if you place something in the recycling bin that cannot be recycled, everything in that bin will be sent to the landfill, instead. Finding Sacredness in Sustainability March 29, 2023 Want to make a positive impact on the environment? Check out these 10 practical tips for spiritual communities to deepen their connection to the planet and create a more sustainable world. Sustainable Living Hacks with Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC March 25, 2023 When it comes to sustainable living, small changes go a long way. Though climate change and over-pollution can’t be fixed overnight, we all can do our part to make the Earth a better place to live. Stormwater Runoff: A Hidden Danger to Our Waterways March 13, 2023 Discover the negative impacts of stormwater runoff on the environment, from pollution and erosion to flooding and reduced water quality. Take action today. DIY Rain Garden March 1, 2023 Discover the benefits of rain gardens and how to create one yourself to reduce stormwater runoff with this easy-to-follow guide. 5 Tips for a More Sustainable Diet February 13, 2023 As the push for environmental action increases, one of the simplest ways everyone can contribute to the movement is through smaller actions. Try applying this to one of the fundamental parts of our life: the food we eat! Take a look at our tips for a more sustainable diet. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 next › last » Tags Activities for Kids Climate Action Community Events Environmental Education Green Home Tips Interviews Lawn & Garden Local Food & Farming Low Waste Living PEA News Recycling Sustainable Employment Virtual Piedmont Earth Day Fair Get Updates! Sign up for our newsletter to get updates about new stories from our community. Sign up
When Should You Plant Your Vegetable Garden in Winston-Salem, NC? March 6, 2024 Winston-Salem typically experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. The relatively mild winters and warm summers create a conducive environment for a wide variety of plants.
Green Business Network interview with MO'Empanadas March 5, 2024 Will Eley, Green Jobs Program Manager at PEA, interviewing Mike Ortegon (Owner & Chef) and Karen Ruiz (Business Manager) of MO’Empanadas
Where Can I Find Compost Dropoff Near Me? February 28, 2024 Local composting services are a convenient, simple solution to the ever-growing waste management problem we are facing. Not only does composting greatly benefit the environment, it can also be financially advantageous by protecting your investment in your home and land.
Vote for the Planet February 12, 2024 I don’t have to tell you that the challenges we face in our community - and our world - are big. Climate change is impacting our health, threatening our well-being, deepening historical injustices, and shaking our economy. The question is: what can we as individuals do to make a difference?
Solar Panels Come to Salemtowne - Thanks to a Resident-Led Project February 8, 2024 Submitted as a Guest Blog by Sarah Catron from Salemtowne
Meet Maxwell and Clara of Bashavia Gardens: a Green Business Network conversation November 15, 2023 Will Eley, Green Jobs Program Manager at PEA, interviewing Maxwell Nottke and Clara Reitz of Bashavia Gardens
Charge & Caffeinate: Join us for Electric Cars and Coffee this Saturday, November 11th from 8am to 10am at SECCA November 9, 2023 Picture this: November 2018, you are a junior in high school and have been driving around confidently for a little over a year now.
Join the Movement: Three Powerful Ways to Support PEA's Membership Drive September 20, 2023 Welcome to PEA's Fall Membership Drive – a time of reflection, celebration, and an opportunity for our members to renew their commitment to our vital cause.
Sonam Detso: Environmental Specialist August 30, 2023 Will Eley, Green Jobs Program Manager at PEA, interviewing Sonam Detso, Environmental Specialist at Forsyth County’s Department of Environmental Assistance and Protection.
Sustainable Tourism: Tips for Conscious Explorers July 25, 2023 The World Tourism Organization defines sustainable tourism as "tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social, and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment, and host communities." In other words, sustainable tourism reduces tourism's negative impacts and maximizes the positive impact on communities, cultures, and environments.
Beyond the Mantra: Redefining Recycling Practices for a Sustainable Future July 10, 2023 Aspirational recycling is otherwise known as ‘wish-cycling.’ This is when you feel that something should be recycled, so you put it in the recycling bin under the assumption that someone will sort through it. However, this is unfortunately not always the case. More often than not, if you place something in the recycling bin that cannot be recycled, everything in that bin will be sent to the landfill, instead.
Finding Sacredness in Sustainability March 29, 2023 Want to make a positive impact on the environment? Check out these 10 practical tips for spiritual communities to deepen their connection to the planet and create a more sustainable world.
Sustainable Living Hacks with Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC March 25, 2023 When it comes to sustainable living, small changes go a long way. Though climate change and over-pollution can’t be fixed overnight, we all can do our part to make the Earth a better place to live.
Stormwater Runoff: A Hidden Danger to Our Waterways March 13, 2023 Discover the negative impacts of stormwater runoff on the environment, from pollution and erosion to flooding and reduced water quality. Take action today.
DIY Rain Garden March 1, 2023 Discover the benefits of rain gardens and how to create one yourself to reduce stormwater runoff with this easy-to-follow guide.
5 Tips for a More Sustainable Diet February 13, 2023 As the push for environmental action increases, one of the simplest ways everyone can contribute to the movement is through smaller actions. Try applying this to one of the fundamental parts of our life: the food we eat! Take a look at our tips for a more sustainable diet.