Community Team

My aha moment is walking with my kids in a forest and my daughter picking up trash that people had left behind. It made me think about what I am leaving behind for them and I want to do better.

Here’s a ranking of my five sustainable practices, from easiest to most difficult: 1. Reducing Waste Minimizing waste is one of the simplest and most tangible ways to contribute to sustainability. It’s easy to start small, like using reusable bags, containers, and utensils. It often involves small, habitual changes like carrying a reusable...

Hi everyone here’s a summary of ways I pursue environmental sustainability in my daily life: Reducing Waste: I make an effort to minimize waste by using reusable bags, containers, and utensils. I also try to reduce single-use plastics and recycle materials whenever possible. Conserving Energy: I practice energy conservation by turning off...

Work at the new house has been extensive! Solar panels, Heat Pump floor heat and hot water, all electric kitchen. Big garden, chickens/geese. We're looking at a new all-electric vehicle (where are the small trucks, I want to know?)

I've got 8 more trees to put in this winter.

On the new property, I've mulched areas with gravel as fire breaks.

Hope everyone had a safe Labor Day. Looking forward to what happens after this challenge ends at the end of the year.

I have to admit it's hard juggling this page and Plastic Free July at the same time, but I'm trying my best to manage both.

June went by too quickly. Plastic Free July begins soon! YAY!

I forgot Monday was the beginning of Pollinator week, as today is the end of it. Happy Sunday.