Sustainability

Eco-friendly home transformation

Selena Dehne — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700

According to a survey conducted by Rent.com, 86 percent of Americans would prefer to live in an eco-friendly space. If you count yourself as one these people, but don’t know how to begin giving your home a green transformation, consider the following tips, provided by home design experts across the nation.

A green home to swoon over: Earth Day-inspired living with style

Tyler Kurbat — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 13:00:00 -0700

Nestled within a quaint, central Utah community is a residence much like any other, with inviting windows, lush trees throughout the yard and an unassuming front door. It's the core of Russ and Brittany Hopkins' approach that ultimately makes their house their home, and this tale of sustainability and style may surprise and even inspire you. You've never seen a straw home like this before!

Top earth-friendly pet brands

Virginia Chavez — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700

Pets are made of nothing but love, loyalty and tenderness. If they could talk, they would make excellent activists for the greater good. Now you can be that voice for them, with products that embrace everything your tree-hugging pet loves.

Should you start your own chicken coop?

Mary McCoy — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800

If you and your family are eager to learn more about raising chickens because you are interested in the animals, love fresh eggs, and are looking for natural fertilizer, the idea may be worth exploring.

Tastemakers campaign: U.S. business committed to "food done right"

Patricia Conte — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:30:00 -0800

Do you live in or near a "foodie" city? If you do, you might be lucky enough to have a local business in your community that’s made it as a Tastemaker.

A guide to sustainable seafood

Erica Sagon — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 09:30:00 -0700

Warmer nights have us thinking of fish for dinner. Whether you're ordering off a menu or buying raw fillets to cook at home, choosing sustainably raised and caught fish is as important as deciding how to prepare it.

Best green jobs in the next five years

Kori Ellis — Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700

With a huge push and tremendous investment in clean energy, and more environmentally friendly business practices, considerable growth in the green job sector is expected for at least the next five to 10 years. You can find a wide variety of jobs in environmental fields that concentrate on energy efficiency, sustainable and renewable energy, and preservation of natural resources. From solar power technicians to organic farmers to urban planners, a number of sustainability-focused careers continue to be on the rise.

Top 5 green hotels in the world

Kori Ellis — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:26:00 -0700

When choosing a hotel, consider more than the amenities or the cost. Take into account the hotel's sustainability practices and environmental initiatives as well. No matter where you are traveling, you can find eco-hotels these days. Let's take a look at some of the best green hotels in the world.

How to spot an eco-friendly hotel

Katherine Martinelli — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:30:00 -0700

This spring break, consider honoring Earth Day by staying in a sustainably minded hotel. Find out what to look out for, from environmental certification to organic linens.

Sustainable seafood for every day

Katherine Martinelli — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Being eco-friendly extends far beyond simply separating paper from plastic. Our food choices also make a huge impact on the earth, and overfishing is threatening the existence of many types of fish and seafood. Learn which varieties are sustainable and what you may want to reconsider.

Beyond Earth Day: Making a commitment to the environment

Kori Ellis — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 09:30:00 -0700

Earth Day offers a terrific opportunity to promote the protection of the environment and encourage sustainability. However, it's just one day a year. If you forget about the earth the next morning, then all the Earth Day events and activities were for naught. By following these simple steps, you can make long-term lifestyle changes that can make a real difference.

Earth Day recipes

Diana De Cicco — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:27:00 -0700

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with recipes that are not only tasty, but local, fresh and environmentally friendly. Prepare a dinner from start to finish with local and seasonal fruits and vegetables, which typically produce fewer pollutants and travel fewer miles. Your meal will taste fresher and you will feel great for being green!