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November 03, 2021

Sustainability Tips for Your Day-to-Day Life

November 03, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Matt Casadona

In the past, sustainability was associated with hippies and tree-hugging, but as more generations have begun to pay attention to the ways we are destroying our planet, it’s become a hot topic and one many people, young or old, are exploring. As you become aware of how your everyday life-- from your morning commute to your meals-- affects your carbon footprint and the planet, you’ll need ways to help you live more sustainably. Here are some of the simplest ways to become more sustainable without drastically altering your lifestyle.

August 29, 2021

7 Things You Can Do to Maximize Your Home's Energy Efficiency When You Use Solar Power

August 29, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

When you’re trying to help the environment, converting to solar power is a great first step that a growing number of homeowners have taken. However, you can go further by being more careful about how your home uses power. By conserving energy, you can stretch the power your solar panels produce. You may even be able to turn around and sell excess power back to your utility company. This is usually applied as a credit on your monthly bill. However, in order to be as energy efficient as possible, you need to be smart about how you use power in your home.

August 19, 2021

Could Hemp Oil Benefit Your Pets?

August 19, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

guest post by Kalki Henrietta

Yes, hemp oil for pets is a thing.

There are already many wonderful benefits to using different kinds of oils for humans, but did you know that hemp oil can also be helpful for pets? Hemp oil is produced by cold pressing the seeds of the hemp plant. Since it is derived from an organic plant, hemp oil may contain hints of cannabinoids.

Before you freak out about that tiny detail, let’s clear up a common misconception: hemp oil is derived from the seed of the cannabis plant while its counterpart—cannabidiol (CBD) oil—is derived from different parts of the plant, such as the stalk and the leaves. While both are sometimes associated with producing mind-altering effects, in fact, they don’t do this at all. Instead, they only produce an entourage effect -- and not the bad kind!

August 10, 2021

Plant problems and quick fixes: how to diagnose and remedy common issues in your garden

August 10, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

The past year has seen many people turn to food gardening – some for the first time – to cope with the stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at Green and Prosperous we have previously written about the mental and physical health benefits of gardening. While previously, food gardening seemed to be something you did as you approached middle age and your senior years, nowadays people of all ages are enjoying the benefits of growing some of their own food.

July 22, 2021

Always wanted a lawn, but didn’t know where to start? Here are a few tips

July 22, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Balaji Nursery

Many of us fantasize about having our own little fix of green toward the front or the rear of our homes. The trouble with turning this into a reality lies in the details — seeing how to lay the grass, and caring for your yard consistently. Yards require more maintenance than your typical plants, but having said that, a lavish yard isn't unattainable.

July 20, 2021

Passive Houses: How They Work and What They Offer

July 20, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Our homes use a lot of energy. From electric appliances to heating and air conditioning systems, all of our essentials tend to make living spaces less green. While various eco-friendly home repairs can help with this problem, those looking to truly level up their energy-saving should learn about passive houses.

June 23, 2021

How to Save on Utility Bills and Green Your Home

June 23, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Mike Floeck

Saving money and energy at home isn’t as impossible as it might seem. While a complete renovation of your home to introduce modern, energy efficient touches might be impractical, there are many ways to introduce eco-friendly upgrades without breaking the bank.

June 16, 2021

10 Gardening Hacks for the Newbie Gardener

June 16, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Michael Hill

The global health crisis caused by COVID-19 has brought many tragedies to people’s lives. This battle still rages on, as scientists race to get the vaccine that can stop its spread distributed to everyone around the world. While we waited at home for the development of vaccines that would allow us to gradually resume our normal lives, a lot of people discovered new hobbies or activities to combat the boredom and anxiety brought on by the lockdowns.

June 06, 2021

8 Ways to Do Sustainable Gardening

June 06, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Tending a garden is beneficial not only to the overall aesthetic of your house but also to the environment. It can cut down CO2 in the atmosphere and it also provides shelter to birds, butterflies, and bees, which all take part in beautifying the space by pollinating flowering plants.

But did you know that gardening, if done right, can help Mother Nature even more?

April 11, 2021

Refreshingly Simple Tips for Making More Sustainable Clothing Choices

April 11, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Jennifer Hahn Masterson

In times of global climate crisis, one topic keeps coming up – making our clothing more sustainable. At first, it may sound insignificant compared to the harmful effects of fossil fuels, but the clothing industry is among the biggest polluters today.

March 17, 2021

Environmental Benefits of Living in a Studio Apartment

March 17, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

More than ever before, people are moving away from the countryside and into the cities. But, with the population growing rapidly every day, housing has become a real challenge, especially since most people want to live in urban areas. This rise in costs has led many city dwellers to exchange their standard homes for studio apartments, which allow them to adapt to changes, ensure affordable prices and stay at their desired location. Having less space has its cons, but it also has a lot of perks for consumers and the environment. How can living in studio apartments benefit the world around us?

February 21, 2021

3 Reasons Why Calico Bags Are Kinder to the Environment

February 21, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Hilary Wilkinson

If you haven’t heard about calico bags before, they serve as the ideal environment-friendly alternative to disposable plastic bags. Calico bags are made of plain-woven cotton fabric. Since it’s a natural material, it’s an eco-friendly and versatile product that continues to gain popularity worldwide. These bags have half-processed and unbleached cotton fibers, achieved by weaving natural cotton. The process provides the calico bags with a cream-like, raw appearance suitable for printing.

February 07, 2021

7 Green Home Improvements to Make for a Healthier Lifestyle

February 07, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Kelsey Luvisa

The beginning of a new year is a time to think about home improvement. With people across the United States spending more time at home due to COVID-19, making your space a comfortable place to spend a lot of time is important now more than ever. When you care about the environment, making improvements that are green and support a healthy lifestyle might also be on your mind. The real estate experts at HomeLight interviewed more than 1,000 agents across the United States to reveal home upgrade trends, offering some insights about updates that you should consider.

January 27, 2021

The consequences of COVID aren't that good for the environment

January 27, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

What do you think when you see a used disposable mask lying by the roadside? Some may say that it is not surprising and that the main thing is that the person used it. Others will see that this a sign that masks have become yet another kind of garbage polluting the environment. Whether you see it as an inevitable consequence of the necessity of using masks in this pandemic era, or it sets off alarm bells in your head, it's something we need to think about seriously.

January 24, 2021

How to Find Eco-Friendly Clothing Options

January 24, 2021/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Bead the Change

The turn of the century has seen shoppers increasingly go for fast fashion, where they discard apparel at the end of the season to purchase new wardrobes for the next. All this is possible because the clothing is more economical. But in recent times, awareness about the impact of synthetic fibers on the planet is inspiring people to choose more eco-friendly clothing options. They’re rethinking their choices in favor of options and brands that won’t have a lasting impact on the planet.

What can you do to find more eco-friendly clothing? It’s easier than you may think.