by Earth Hero | Apr 22, 2024 | At home, Communication, Politics
As for many climate actions — influencing other people is key to creating an impact. Putting up election signs in your yard puts the topic into the mind of others as they pass by. Go for it! Make a statement and influence your neighbors — after all, they love and...
by Earth Hero | Apr 17, 2024 | At home, Culture Change, Food, Personal Behavior, Stuff
It is no secret that our oceans and land are choking on waste, but what do we do about it? Start at the top and work your way down the list of offenders. Avoiding bottled beverages, which often come in plastic, is a good way to have an impact. Single-use plastic...
by Earth Hero | Apr 17, 2024 | At home, Buildings, Energy, Personal Behavior
Your thermostat is the central nervous system of your home heating or cooling system. If you still rely on antiquated manual thermostats, you are burning unnecessary money and carbon. Typically, smart thermostats save you up to twenty percent of your energy...
by Earth Hero | Apr 17, 2024 | At home, Culture Change
One of our most essential needs, for most of us, water is often taken for granted, being conveniently piped right to our homes. This tremendous human achievement should be given its due credit and appreciated, but also its limits when taken too far. The far-stretching...
by Earth Hero | Apr 3, 2024 | At home, Food, Uncategorized
Plant-based milk has been making headlines for a number of years now. You have undoubtedly seen a variety of non-dairy milk in stores or heard about them from friends or family. These new options have become popular with many people, including those who care about the...
by Earth Hero | Apr 3, 2024 | At home, Stuff, Uncategorized
Money spent on brand-new clothes represents pollution from manufacturing, packaging, and shipping of these textiles. Will you ever be able to use only used clothing? Realistically not. But the more you incorporate second-hand clothing into your wardrobe, the better...