tag:www.naturaltucson.com,2005:/categories/green-living?page=13Green Living Green Living | Natural Awakenings Tucson Page 13Healthy Living Healthy Planet2021-03-11T14:08:56-07:00urn:uuid:46c89330-ce1f-4e78-a3b7-cef5d01f5bfa2019-08-15T21:25:11-07:002021-03-11T14:08:56-07:00Kick the Plastic Habit: Choose Earth-Friendly Alternatives2017-12-29 11:10:27 -0700Avery MackWith the oceans predicted to contain more plastic than fish by 2050, we can join vital efforts underway at personal, local and global levels to reduce plastic use.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6faf2d35-10ff-4900-8237-f12a69d592d62019-08-15T21:42:40-07:002019-08-15T21:42:40-07:00Erase E-Waste: Regift or Recycle Smart Phones2017-11-30 14:20:58 -0700AnonymousInstead of trashing or trading in old smartphones and other electronics, you can donate them to worthy causes that either give them away or recycle them.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:fc55ebc5-819e-47e1-b43a-36d3405f200d2019-08-15T22:20:37-07:002019-08-15T22:20:37-07:00Go Eco Like Grandma: Honor Her Wisdom in New Ways2017-11-30 14:20:51 -0700Avery MackPeople are devising tech-savvy strategies to give new life to our grandmothers’ dictum “Use it up, wear it out, make do or do without.”<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:343fc505-fd15-4bcf-b40a-30f0f0aa6c6c2019-08-15T22:23:01-07:002019-08-15T22:23:01-07:00Pumped Up About Geothermal: Homeowners Like its Eco-Friendly Cost Savings2017-11-01 23:07:02 -0700Jim MotavalliPeople are finding that geothermal pumps, which draw on the below-ground temperature of 50 degrees to heat and cool buildings, make sense environmentally and economically.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:279bc9e3-d5d1-4d20-9550-85b5930b29612019-08-15T22:20:11-07:002019-08-15T22:20:12-07:00Pedestrian Power: Smart Street Lights Powered by Footsteps2017-10-31 09:55:30 -0700AnonymousLas Vegas has arranged to install some streetlights that will be powered by pedestrians walking on kinetic energy pads on the sidewalk.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c26455d9-c2c4-4ed8-8bd8-6c5e7ce9c3002019-08-15T21:10:21-07:002019-08-15T21:10:21-07:00Getting Greener: Renewables Hit High Mark in UK2017-10-31 09:55:00 -0700AnonymousWind, solar, hydro and wood pellet burning generated 50.7 percent of the United Kingdom’s electricity on June 7, a significant marker of in use of renewable energy sources.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7560ed17-e727-4468-8c68-15a9717729a12019-08-15T21:19:58-07:002019-08-15T21:19:58-07:00Creating Community: 15 Ways to Craft a Circle of Caring2017-09-29 17:53:14 -0700Linda BuzzellWith simple, clear steps and procedures, we can build bonds with our neighbors to create a better tomorrow together.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bdf7bd45-bf8c-49ed-ba06-12cbf6d7df802019-08-15T21:51:29-07:002019-08-15T21:51:29-07:00Eco Sneakers: Biodegradable Reeboks Help Solve Waste Problem2017-09-29 16:18:40 -0700AnonymousWith a compostable sneaker made of cotton and corn, Reebok is moving to reduce the negative impact of shoes on the environment.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d17d3469-0bfb-41ff-b215-0ec5565af4ec2019-08-15T21:20:21-07:002019-08-15T21:20:21-07:00Resource Saver: Innovative Building Material Trumps Concrete2017-09-29 16:18:37 -0700AnonymousBuilding biodegradable bricks built with sand and bacteria depositing chemicals similar to the way coral grows is proving to be more energy efficient than cement manufacturing.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:53069c6a-4c8f-407e-a498-d40547d384802019-08-15T22:22:05-07:002019-08-15T22:22:05-07:00Mold Gold: Decaying Autumn Leaves Feed Summer Gardens2017-09-29 16:18:00 -0700AnonymousInstead of burning fallen tree leaves or carting them to the landfill, we can use them as mulch to enrich the soil and discourage pests.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8e21c06d-2fe4-4300-a6b4-ebdae031f8112019-08-15T21:46:37-07:002019-08-15T21:46:37-07:00Milkweed Mittens: Common Weed Is Lightweight Insulator2017-08-31 09:14:27 -0700AnonymousMilkweed pods, which are five times lighter than synthetic insulation, are being tested by the Canadian Coast Guard as filler in prototype parkas, gloves and mittens.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:64617276-f4e5-48f1-8d2b-f85a484d84412019-08-15T22:10:32-07:002019-08-15T22:10:32-07:00Easy Mark: Lasers Stamp Prices on European Produce2017-08-31 09:14:24 -0700AnonymousEuropean supermarkets are cutting costs and saving energy by using high-tech lasers to mark prices on avocados, sweet potatoes and coconuts, with more to come.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:978bf041-9269-402d-97f2-dec34dd2135f2019-08-15T22:13:31-07:002019-08-15T22:13:31-07:00Solar Heats Up: Demand Surges as Prices Fall2017-08-31 09:14:11 -0700Jim MotavalliRapidly improving technology and sharply declining prices are making solar energy an ever more attractive option for homeowners.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:55f98423-0c76-4039-bcfd-ae4b0019e7d52019-08-15T22:00:01-07:002019-08-15T22:00:01-07:00Help for Injured Wildlife: Caring Rehab Gives Them a Second Chance2017-07-31 09:48:00 -0700Sandra MurphyWildlife rehabilitation centers across the country are providing help to lost, injured or orphaned animals in need of care.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>urn:uuid:399ec9af-272d-4a97-8f82-ccf571c0e7ca2019-08-15T21:49:01-07:002021-04-21T10:32:57-07:00Healthy Eye-Catching Eco-Wear: It’s in Style and Easy Care2017-06-30 08:23:44 -0700Avery MackWrinkled cotton T-shirts used to define planet-friendly clothing, but today’s fashion designers are producing distinctive eco-lines that feel good and look great.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturaltucson.com">Natural Awakenings Tucson</a></small></p>