Plastic Does Have Benefits
I need to start this blog off with the fact that this thought and idea has been a struggle for me this month because in the past, July is usually when I make another shift in reducing my use of plastic. I typically view plastic consumption as counter to sustainability. In these unprecedented times, we […]
Imperfect Yet Practical Environmental Steps Forward
Plastic Free July is gaining momentum as we see the amount of plastic tossed on the side of the road, the microplastics that are clogging our waterways and animals’ bellies full of plastic. Many of us see these images and try to swear off using all plastics. However, we are now living a life […]
GreenSpot
Have you seen this sticker on a home or business? Did you wonder what it was? It is the designation a home or business receives from the City of Columbus for taking steps towards a sustainable way of living. Many of the steps needed to receive this designation at home are simple. In […]
Steps to Zero Waste
The 5 R’s of Zero Waste is a relatively new concept that is gaining popularity. It is adding to the idea of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” that was originally used to encourage recycling. While it is true that recycling has its place within the waste system, there are several better options to try first. See […]