The year 2020 has been dominated by the twin terrors of the COVID-19 pandemic and police violence. The first of these is a new natural threat. The second is as old as our nation, produced by the racism baked into our societal structures. But these issues are more closely related…
10 Relief Remedies Using Essential Oils
All across the globe, people suffer from ailments such as headaches, anxiety, insomnia, nail fungus, minor cuts and more. Relief usually comes in the form of pharmaceuticals or, alternatively, essential oils. Derived from Mother Earth, essential oils can provide relief very quickly, often creating a desired response within minutes. If you’re new to essential oils,…
6 Easy Eco-Actions To Take With Your Kids
When you think about moving toward a greener lifestyle, recycling often tops the list — and for good reason. However, there are many more ways to incorporate eco-friendly actions into your family life. Below are six easy, kid-friendly activities you may not have considered. 1. Switch to an eco-friendly toothbrush…
Earth911 Podcast: The World Benchmarking Alliance Reports on Energy Producers’ Carbon Footprint
The World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA) monitors the sustainability and environmental responsibility performance of the world’s largest countries. Charlotte Hugman, a researcher for the climate and energy programs at WBA shares the results of the organization’s July 2020 Electric Utilities Benchmark of the 50 largest electric producers in the world, including…
Hacks to Stay Cool: Beat the Heat Using Less Energy
According to a study from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), air conditioners account for a full 6% of U.S. energy consumption. It’s a huge number, and a large issue for those concerned with global warming. This massive consumption is compounded by the fact that air conditioning units use hydrofluorocarbons…
You Can Recycle Cigarette Butts!
Did you know cigarette butts are not fully biodegradable? But there’s a solution: TerraCycle, the company that strives to find a way to recycle everything, offers a free Cigarette Waste Recycling Program. Just sign up with TerraCycle, collect the waste, and ship it to them for recycling. When tossed on…
3 Simple, Natural DIY Recipes To Repel Bugs
Summer is here, bringing along a slew of insects and bugs. To keep these pests at bay, you need look no further than these three simple DIY recipes — for people, pets, and the home — courtesy of this episode of Earth911TV. DIY Recipes To Repel Bugs This article contains affiliate…
Summer Reading: Dig Into the Roots of Environmental Nonfiction
Half a century ago, we didn’t know the full impact of what we were doing to the environment. But even then there were people who knew our actions were unsustainable. Those prescient voices gave us warning, and now we know they were right. If you want to understand how environmentalism…
Why You Should Ditch Balloons if You Love the Environment
After writing an article on traditions that are terrible for the environment, I received overwhelming feedback that balloon releases should have been included on the list. Never one to disappoint, I decided to do some research on the topic and what I found was incredibly chilling. When it comes to…
Green Websites and Online Games for Kids
Young people are spending more and more time on devices. Kids between the ages of eight and 12 spend nearly six hours online daily on average. Although this statistic seems quite high, it is important to consider what children are doing online. There are many educational websites and online games…