Category: Environment
Reducing Paper Towels
Like many environmental headaches, paper towels are a cultural problem. Here are my 3 reusable substitutes that are just as convenient.
2020 Plastic Resolution
Half of all plastic produced is designed to be used only once. Here are 6 easy ways to reduce single-use plastics.
Inconvenience of carry out
A few months back, I ate at a restaurant for lunch. On my way back while walking along the river, I saw trash accumulating by the river’s edge. Much of it was plastic bottles, soda cups, food wrappers, and Styrofoam containers. Just like the one from which I had just eaten. Oh no.
Latest find at the farmers market
This summer, I started going to farmer’s markets every week. I’ve been able to eat produce that is more ripe, support local vendors, and most importantly, support my local bees.
Camping without chemicals
How did people survive before modern sunscreen and bug spray? Curious, I’ve since experimented with a few products to see if they were practical and effective. I list some pros and cons to give an honest representation of what it’s like to go natural.