Lessons of Earth Day: Living Earth Day Everyday

For many people Earth Day is the one day of the year that people stop and think about the environment. They may plant a tree or vow to start recycling. Earth Day is the launching point for many a great project or pledge to help the earth. However with the state of our environment, thinking about what you can do to help decrease your environmental impact only once a year simply isn’t good enough. As citizens of this...

Blog Highlights from 9/3/12 to 9/7/12

Take a look at the highlights from Nourish The Planet and around the web this week: Mexico: Urban Farming Takes Hold – In Mexico City, in one of the worlds most polluted cities, urban farming is becoming popular. Obama and Romney Weigh in on Science Questions – Andrew Revkin of Dot Earth brings you Obama and Romney’s answers to the Science Debate Initiate’s questions. Lebanon’s cedar trees...

Uncle Benny’s Building Supply: A New Way To ...

Uncle Benny’s Building Supply, located in Loveland, CO., has a novel business plan when it comes to the home improvement and construction world. Without visiting them you may be tempted to write them off as some sort of pick-and-pull used supply lot. However step into the wonderland that is Uncle Benny’s and you will swiftly see this is plainly not the case. They say they’ve been “Salvaging Since...

Urban Garden Solutions: Unique Designs for Small S...

When it comes to gardening in an urban setting, many find it a true challenge to marry their space limitations with their desire for fresh produce. However, with a little creativity and the right tools anyone can achieve a beautiful home garden. Below is a link to 12 small-space gardening ideas and designs. These designs can work for those with small yards that maximize ground space, to those with only small patio spaces,...

A Poop Problem: Compostable Bags the Solution?

If you own a dog you know their poop can be a real problem. On one hand if left where it lies, dog excrement can pose a public health concern as well as an environmental hazard. On the other, if picked up by a plastic bag, it will be encased for centuries in the landfill. Well Ithaca, NY has been testing a solution. The Allan H. Treman Marine State Park started using corn-based compostable bags, encouraging park goers to use...