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Water: Myths vs Facts April 13, 2017 It’s easy to understand how certain misunderstandings about water have turned into cultural myths. Check out the three common misconceptions and learn what you can do to protect our water and stay healthy!
A Conversation with the Volvo Group February 17, 2017 Digging deep into Volvo Group's Commitment to the Environment
Are You Dreaming of a Green Christmas? December 19, 2016 Who needs a white Christmas...I'm dreaming of a green Christmas! And, with these 3 tips for a more sustainable giving season, you can celebrate the holidays and your environmental values.
Where to recycle technology and other equipment October 14, 2016 A guide to recycling batteries, light bulbs, televisions, computers, and refrigerators Batteries
Environmental Education in the K-12 Classroom May 24, 2016 by: Cathy Habas Environmental education is important for children to learn in schools for two main reasons: to help guide each child into becoming a responsible, environmentally-conscious citizen, and to help inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Food in the Triad April 15, 2016 By Ciska Weber, Owner of Earth Day Fair Exhibitor Cafe Gelato It's been about 21 years since I called Winston Salem my home.
5 Ways to Eat Green April 7, 2016 Food! It can be delicious and nutritious, but did you know that it also accounts for 24 percent of global greenhouse emissions? Keep these five simple tips in mind to reduce the impact you have on the environment and eat tastier, more nutritious food.
How to Fix Sorry Soils February 17, 2016 Do you have bare spots in your yard? You might call these areas of poor soil ‘sorry soil’, because they are sorry examples of what good soils should look like.
4 Ways to Sustainably Share the Love this Valentine's Day February 9, 2016 Valentine’s Day is a great excuse for chocolate, wine, and flowers. However, the impact these indulgences have on the environment and producers is often forgotten.
Composting Year-round January 20, 2016 Did you know that you can still compost in the winter? If you are already removing leaves and picking up fallen branches from your landscape and driveway to make your yard look nice, why not compost them. Nearly 30 percent of the waste homeowners throw in the garbage each year can be composted.
Planting Trees for Energy Conservation June 17, 2015 Homeowners go to great lengths to conserve energy in this era of tight budgets and environmental awareness. However, many do not realize that the simple act of planting a tree can result in energy savings.
Energy Explorers debuts at East Forsyth Middle School May 21, 2015 Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) launched its new hands-on learning program, Energy Explorers, at East Forsyth Middle School, on Friday, May 15 when it presented the program to nearly 200 7th graders.
Answer: The Healing Arts Club April 23, 2015 Question: What is The New "Angie's List” of Holistic Practitioners?
Will you meet the Zero Waste Challenge? April 6, 2015 The tenth annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair will be held Saturday, April 25, 2015 at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds from 10 AM–5PM. Guests at the Earth Day Fair are asked to meet PEA’s Zero Waste Challenge.
Celebrating TEN Years! March 12, 2015 The Tenth Annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair is just six weeks away, and all the details are falling into place for a celebration to remember!
Water is Worth Preserving and Protecting March 9, 2015 If you've watched the news lately, you've seen lots of negative happenings with water. Water is a vital resource we often take for granted; plus here in the South we're paying less than a penny per gallon!
Camp Tiny House - A Co-Housing Community February 19, 2015 My personal goal is to be off-grid, no mortgage, poor and happy. Urban Homesteading may best describe all of my efforts.