Eco Blog

When you think of the battle against global climate change, reducing carbon emissions normally comes to mind. From deforestation to burning fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas, there are plenty of human sources we could cut back on to reduce our carbon footprint. However, methane – over a century– is actually 34 times […]

Most of us have felt that frustrating feeling of not knowing how we can make a difference when it comes to helping save the planet from environmental issues and tragedies. From polar ice caps melting to major oil spills, and unprecedented rising temperatures, it’s easy to feel helpless and inadequate. However, there are plenty of small steps […]

Reindeer play a vital role in helping Santa, but this year it would seem they also have another prominent role to play at the North Pole. After they do their rounds on Christmas Eve, we hope they’ll have worked up an appetite, because according to new research, Reindeer’s grazing in the Arctic may help slow […]

The Chicago River isn’t the only thing that has been turned green in the city. Back in August of 2015, a partial ban on plastic bags went into effect in Chicago. Its restrictions affected major retailers that were still allowed to give out plastic bags, so long as they were tough enough to hold up […]

This year has been a hot one for solar power. From Elon Musk’s unveiling of SolarCity’s stylish solar roofs to Floridians voting in favor of solar-friendly policies, we’ve seen a lot of positive vibes for solar in 2016. And now, for the first time, solar is becoming the most affordable form of new electricity, more so […]

Sure it’s been a rough year for the planet. Earth permanently passed a climate threshold of no return, it was the “worst year ever” for rhino poaching, chunks of polar sea ice disappeared from Antarctica – and yet another oil spill occurred in the Gulf. A recent United Nations report also unveiled water shortages, deforestation, […]

Before we get to the eco-friendly gifts – first things first – make sure your stockings are sustainable. Can you reuse them each year? Are they made from eco-friendly materials? Choose stockings that will last for years to come or can be passed down from generation to generation. Once your stockings are hung by the […]

As if 2016 hasn’t been rough enough for the planet, climate scientists recently found polar sea ice off Antarctica and in the Arctic is at a record low for this time of year. Those looking to combat climate change won’t be happy to hear that chunks of ice twice the size of Alaska – or […]

Back in September, we watched as California took a huge leap in the fight against climate change – when the eco-conscious state signed a bill to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. Now, the state is making headlines again with the recent ban on plastic bags. The California Plastic […]

It’s that time of year again when we deck the halls with our favorite decorations and ornaments, string lights across our homes, and search for the perfect gifts. The holidays are exciting for the whole family, but have you taken the time this year to think about the impact the holidays can have on the […]