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. Saving Our Planet, One Lawn At A Time February 6, 2023 Create a beautiful and eco-friendly lawn by switching to a native lawn. Learn about the many benefits, including water savings and supporting local biodiversity. The Devastating Environmental Cost of Traditional Lawns January 30, 2023 Explore the environmental cost of traditional lawns and learn about the benefits of native landscapes in Piedmont, NC. Creating a Sustainable and Beautiful Native Lawn in Piedmont North Carolina January 24, 2023 Convert your lawn to a sustainable & beautiful native landscape in Piedmont NC. Learn the steps, plant suggestions & strategies for a thriving native lawn. 5 Events You Can't Miss at the Earth Day Fair 2022! April 5, 2022 If you have ever wanted to dabble in backyard chickens, calm your mind with meditation, or bask in the joy of bubble wands - you need to be at this year’s annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair. Check out five of the programs you can’t miss at this year’s Earth Day Fair! Unifi, Inc. and Earth Day 2022: Investing in our Community March 28, 2022 “Invest in Our Planet” is the call to action for Earth Day 2022—a motto that asks us to plan for the long-term future of our planet and its people. 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We remember these books forever and deep down we hope they elicit a positive reaction or influence future behavior. 4 Beginner Friendly Ways to Become Environmentally Sustainable February 22, 2022 It can sometimes be intimidating trying to figure out where to start on your journey to becoming eco friendly and environmentally sustainable. Here are four simple everyday swaps that you can implement into your daily lifestyle. 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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.
Saving Our Planet, One Lawn At A Time February 6, 2023 Create a beautiful and eco-friendly lawn by switching to a native lawn. Learn about the many benefits, including water savings and supporting local biodiversity.
The Devastating Environmental Cost of Traditional Lawns January 30, 2023 Explore the environmental cost of traditional lawns and learn about the benefits of native landscapes in Piedmont, NC.
Creating a Sustainable and Beautiful Native Lawn in Piedmont North Carolina January 24, 2023 Convert your lawn to a sustainable & beautiful native landscape in Piedmont NC. Learn the steps, plant suggestions & strategies for a thriving native lawn.
5 Events You Can't Miss at the Earth Day Fair 2022! April 5, 2022 If you have ever wanted to dabble in backyard chickens, calm your mind with meditation, or bask in the joy of bubble wands - you need to be at this year’s annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair. Check out five of the programs you can’t miss at this year’s Earth Day Fair!
Unifi, Inc. and Earth Day 2022: Investing in our Community March 28, 2022 “Invest in Our Planet” is the call to action for Earth Day 2022—a motto that asks us to plan for the long-term future of our planet and its people.
Furniture Tips: Buying Second Hand and Refurbishing March 21, 2022 Furniture Tips: Buying Second Hand and Refurbishing
Fast Fashion: Not Worth the Cost March 14, 2022 Trying on a new outfit and going out for coffee sounds like my perfect afternoon. Something about those new clothes makes everything…better. Fashion comes at a high cost, however, and not just monetary.
Greenwashing: When Gold Looks Green March 7, 2022 As the Beijing Olympics come to an end, athletes return home with gold medals, fans excitedly review their favorite moments, and the newscasters pack up their cameras. What is left behind?
The Importance of the book: Last Child in the Woods February 28, 2022 We’ve all read books that leave a mark on our soul. These books touch our quintessential core beliefs and make us examine how we’re living our lives. We remember these books forever and deep down we hope they elicit a positive reaction or influence future behavior.
4 Beginner Friendly Ways to Become Environmentally Sustainable February 22, 2022 It can sometimes be intimidating trying to figure out where to start on your journey to becoming eco friendly and environmentally sustainable. Here are four simple everyday swaps that you can implement into your daily lifestyle.
Fall - It's Thanksgiving for your Garden January 27, 2022 Every autumn when we are getting ready to dress the Turkey, perfect the mashed potatoes, green beans, and pumpkin pie, nature too is laying out her annual buffet spread for our gardens.