these blog pages contain affiliate links which may earn Green and Prosperous a small commission if you click or purchase products using them. You can find our privacy statement here.
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?
Read MoreGuest post by Jessica Ellen
Glass is omnipresent. From cookware to buildings to packaging, its applications are manifold. While the hard, brittle substance has many benefits, it also has its fair share of drawbacks.
For example, it takes energy as well as natural resources like sand and lime to produce glass. If you have ever wondered whether glass is really biodegradable, well the answer is no. That's why you need to recycle it as much as possible. This article shares information about the impact of recycled glass on the environment.
Read MoreOne of the more frustrating aspects of food gardening is having to share your crops with herbivore insects. When insects become a problem in the garden, most growers reach for insecticide-pesticides. Insecticide-pesticides are either synthetic, using human-made substances derived from chemical compounds, or organic, using human-made substances derived from plants with little or no chemical altering involved.
Read MoreGuest post by Cassandra Rosas
Almost everyone has gone through a period of time in their lives when they had a cumulous of cardboard boxes that they didnât know what to do with. Instead of throwing in them in the trash, recycle or upcycle them! There are numerous ways to upcycle cardboard into actually useful items for the home, the kids, your pets and even your office.
Read MoreGuest post by Reggie Moore
When looking for which fruit trees to plant in a dry or desert climate, there are several unique choices that thrive in drought. Having a fruit tree in the yard in a dry climate is a wonderful experience because annually there is new life and sustenance in a place that is typically thought of as dry and lifeless.
Read MoreGuest post by Heather Neves
The pandemic has forced many kids and adults indoors. Too much time indoors increases the incidence of asthma and allergies in kids, especially those whose homes have poor air quality. Nowadays, parents are coming up with many ideas for activities and entertainment that will keep their children preoccupied indoors. But no matter how much a parent tries, it is not always possible to come up with new, fresh, and fun ideas. It is also not good for children to be constantly stuck in front of the television or playing video games on mobile phones, as too much screen time can lead to vision problems, attention disorders, and weight gain. Most of the time, it is good for children to get outside and play in the backyard so that they can get some fresh air. But a big question for parents these days is what their children will do if they need to spend a long time in the backyard. This post suggests several activities that kids can do in their own backyards.
Read MoreGuest post by Kara Masterson
Even modest home improvement projects can generate a surprising amount of waste. Knowing what to do with recyclable metals can allow you to shrink your carbon footprint, reclaim some of the costs of your renovation, and help to ensure a quick and easy cleanup following your next remodel. Follow these tips to make sure that your home remodel does not negatively impact your carbon footprint. Before embarking upon any home remodeling project, it's also important to check local area codes and make sure all of your permits are up to date.
Read MoreGuest post by Rae Steinbach
In todayâs world, our waste consumption seems to be out of control. In the Western world, we consume more and own more material possessions than any society throughout history. All this stuff that we buy also gets thrown away at record rates. Perhaps this is why researchers have warned that weâre on the verge of creating a âplastic planetâ.
In the midst of all this bad news, we as a society are learning to adapt and make positive changes that will benefit us â and the planet -- in the long term. One of these adaptations is âupcyclingâ. Upcycling refers to the process whereby something old, broken, or no longer of use is reused and turned into something new. Usually a few changes need to be made to the product to make it something else. These can occur large scale at a recycling plant or small scale at home with just some simple crafting tools and DIY knowledge.
Read MoreIn times of global climate crisis, one topic keeps coming up â 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.
Read MoreGuest post by Kaishan USA
You usually canât build something without breaking a sweat, and thatâs why the manufacturing sector consumes more power than most other industries. According to the US Energy Information Administration, in 2019 manufacturing accounted for 32% of total energy consumption in the country. Heavy equipment and complex systems require a lot of juice to keep products moving along the supply chain. However, that doesnât mean all of whatâs used is necessary, and there are numerous ways that factories can reduce their energy use and improve the efficiency in their day-to-day operations.
Read MoreGuest post by Claire Zimmerman
Black mold can grow on different surfaces around your house and it might be the cause of certain health concerns without you realizing it. Therefore, you must understand what mold is and what it can do to your health and that of your loved ones. By learning about this, you can identify the signs and symptoms of mold exposure and make sure you tackle the issue before it compromises your health.
Read Moreby Gerelyn Terzo of Sharemoney
Coal is the most common fossil fuel used to generate electricity. In the Philippines, it represents 40% of power production capacity, outpacing all other sources of energy - but it is also the dirtiest.
Thatâs why the Philippines Department of Energy (DOE) in November 2020 drew a line in the sand and placed a moratorium on any applications for projects on âundeveloped greenfield sitesâ that rely on coal. Take the Calaca power station, a 900MW coal-fired power plant located in the City of Batangas. It was on course to bolster capacity by some 700MW, plans that were subsequently nixed as a result of last yearâs ban.
Read MoreMore 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?
Read MoreThe world has experienced a lot of change in recent years, and many countries allowing the sale and use of hemp are one of them. The demand for hemp has dramatically increased since the U.S legalized this herb in 2018. The Washington, D.C.-based advocacy group Vote Hemp reports that in 2018, American farmers grew 78,176 acres of hemp which represented an increase of 68,406 acres since 2016. Vote Hemp also estimated that from 2018-2019, the amount of hemp planted by American farmers increased by 455%.
Read MoreGuest post by Kevin Nelson
(all images from Pixabay)
A home is a place where people love eating, sleeping, and doing all other lazy activities that they cannot do in the outside world. If you, too, believe in this notion, then itâs high time you change your thoughts. For every individual, being active at home is equally important for health. Keep reading for the best tips for physical activity at home!
Physical fitness has always been an integral part of healthy living. With the recent pandemic situation, building up a fit body and strong immune system has become more vital. Regular physical activity at home is very important. In this post, we have shared 10 tips on how you can stay physically active at home. Read on to know more about physical activity at home!
Read MoreOUR MISSION
We are dedicated to sharing information about and strategies for healthy, eco-friendly living. As a consumer, you have power to minimize your exposure to toxins and change manufacturing practices that harm human and environmental health.
want some free resources to help you maintain your healthy lifestyle? Click the button above to sign up!
