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GAM Article (October 7, 2021 ) When we wear synthetic materials we dress in microplastics. Learn what you can do to reduce plastic use and pollution in your closet and laundry routine.
plastic in clothes

GAM Article (October 7, 2021 ) When you hire a caregiver in your home, you have a chance to vote with your dollars and make your space a just workplace. Whether you’re looking for a nanny, housekeeper, or home health attendant, care for your caregiver and they will better care for you.
at-home care

GAM Article (October 6, 2021 ) It’s easy to find deals online, but is online thrifting greener than the brick-and-mortar option?
thrifting, online thrifting

GAM Article (October 6, 2021 ) Ending hunger and food insecurity is an unfinished battle we face as Americans.
food justice, food insecurity

GAM Article (October 6, 2021 ) In the pandemic, many of us have been forced to consider how we truly want to spend our time. The Green America team hopes to hold onto intentionality that made their lives greener.
setting intention

GAM Article (October 6, 2021 ) Anthony Karefa Rogers-Wright gives an instructive discourse on why environmental activists are critical to progress.
environmental activist

GAM Article (October 6, 2021 ) The pandemic took so much away from us, but as we build our new normal, there are lessons we can learn from the pandemic to make our society more just and sustainable.
new normal, pandemic, work from home, mutual aid, racial justice

GAM Article (October 6, 2021 ) When my colleagues and I talk to Green America members, whether they started their green journeys last year or 30 years ago, we see a pattern: times of transition lead to new ways of thinking. And that’s when people often adopt greener ways of…

Green American Magazine (October 6, 2021 ) Your guide to making your life more sustainable for people and the planet.
sustainable living. green living, your green life, Green America, green american magazine

Media Sources (October 5, 2021 )

Green America in the News (September 30, 2021 ) ESG investing can be confusing. It helps to have an adviser who is on the same wavelength. By Cheryl Wi nokur Munk Sept. 30, 2021 1:00 pm ET It isn’t easy being an ESG investor these days. Financial products that focus on environmental,…
ESG, ESG investing
The Wall Street Journal

Victories (September 30, 2021 ) Last week, the Environmental Protection Agency finalized the first new climate rule of the Biden-Harris Administration tackling hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), super pollutant greenhouse gases used for refrigerants. HFCs have hundreds to thousands …
climate, climate change, refrigerants, HFCs, greenhouse gas, action on the climate crisis, climate crisis, global warming

BlogNews (September 23, 2021 ) The fossil fuel industry promotes plenty of renewable energy myths. This fact sheet debunks 5 prominent myths about clean energy.
renewable energy myths

BlogNews (September 20, 2021 ) Entertainment is one of the biggest industries in the world. But sustainability in Hollywood isn't winning an Oscar anytime soon.
hollywood, sustainability, sustainable business, clean energy, movies, television, entertainment, reuse, zero waste, carbon footprint, carbon emissions, film, sustainability in hollywood

Green Business Member Profile (September 23, 2021 ) Coming soon.
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Basic page (September 22, 2021 ) Put Your IRA to Work for People and our Planet  If you are 70 1/2 years of age or older, you can make a tax-free charitable gift from your IRA to support Green America. You can direct up to $100,000 to Green America and enjoy the…

Basic page (September 22, 2021 ) Gifts from Donor Advised Funds  What is a donor advised fund? A donor advised fund is a tax-advantaged charitable investment account for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations you care about. Anyone can open a DAF; you don’…
donor advised funds

Piece (September 22, 2021 ) A short guide to planting in fall for bountiful flowers and harvest throughout spring and summer.
fall, fall planting, Climate Victory Garden, fighting climate change, gardening, gardening tips

Piece (September 15, 2021 ) 43 million tons of chemicals are used to dye and treat our clothes every year AND there are 8,000 different chemicals used to manufacture clothing as noted in our 2019 Toxic Textiles report. How do popular apparel brands, leading fast fashion brands…
fast fashion, sustainable fashion, toxic chemicals

Action (September 16, 2021 ) Amazon has NO public info on its chemical management policy for its own apparel brands nor for any textiles it sells.