Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Eco Living”
Are we compromising our environment and values by depending on Saudi Arabian oil? Here’s why it might be time for the U.S. to rethink this longstanding energy relationship. 1. Boosting National Security Reducing dependence on foreign oil strengthens America’s energy independence, enhancing national security. 2. Advancing Renewable Energy Investing in renewables instead of importing oil can speed up the green …
Millennials are at the forefront of the environmental movement, redefining what it means to live sustainably. Here are 25 innovative ways they’re changing the game and making eco-friendly living more accessible, practical, and trendy. 1. Preferring Secondhand and Vintage Fashion Instead of buying new, millennials are championing the revival of vintage and secondhand clothing as fashionable and sustainable options. 2. …
When the ground starts shaking, will you be ready? Earthquakes strike without warning, leaving destruction and chaos in their wake. Here are 21 essential tips to ensure you and your loved ones survive the next big one. 1. Create an Emergency Kit Assemble an emergency kit with water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, and first aid supplies. Keep it easily …
As climate change is heating coastal waters and destroying ecosystems, more sharks are hunting for food closer and closer to shore. In or Out of the Water? As if excessive temperatures and runaway wildfires weren’t enough, Americans are now being warned about an upsurge in shark attacks, especially around the Texas- and Florida coasts. Various people were attacked last week …
Colorado Governor Jared Polis is under fire after a huge drilling project was approved in the state’s backyard. Colorado’s Oil Bombshell In a move that’s sparking huge backlash, the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) has just approved a hugely controversial large-scale drilling project near the Aurora Reservoir. 166 Wells, 32,000 Acres The plan by Denver-based company Crestone Resources, …
If Republicans take the White House in November (and statistics show they very well could), it could mean the end of the US climate policy. Global What? To say that the climate emergency is causing chaos across the US would be an understatement. Runaway wildfires, fatal heatwaves, increasingly intense hurricanes, rising sea levels… But the Republican platform steers clear of …
Ironically, the state’s overload of renewable energy (and a decrease in solar panel installations) is now dampening its chances of achieving 100% clean energy by 2045. Most Rooftop Solar Panels in the US California is the king of rooftop installations, with the state boasting over 1.8 million houses, businesses, and other locations having solar panels – all part of its …
Investing in sustainability isn’t just good for the planet—it can also be good for your wallet. Here’s a look at 20 eco-friendly investments that have the potential to yield significant financial returns while helping the environment. 1. Solar Energy Companies Investing in solar energy companies can provide returns as the demand for renewable energy sources grows. Companies that produce solar …
As we move through 2024, the scientific community continues to issue increasingly urgent warnings about the state of our planet’s climate. 1. Record-Breaking Global Temperatures In 2024, global temperatures have already surpassed the critical 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels multiple times. According to the IPCC, exceeding this threshold consistently increases the risk of triggering irreversible climate tipping points, such as …
Climate change isn’t just an abstract threat, for many species, it’s a death sentence. 1. Polar Bears: Icons on Thin Ice Polar bears are the poster children for climate change, and not in a good way. With Arctic sea ice melting at an alarming rate—13% per decade—polar bears are losing the hunting grounds they rely on for survival. Without access …
