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) On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the country’s first labeling legislation for genetically-modified organisms (GMOs). President Barack Obama is expected to sign it into law this week.
Advocates were quick to express…
Triple Pundit
Triple Pundit
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This is a former Green America campaign, and progress was made! In 2018, Samsung signed a binding arbitration framework that ensured victims of chemicals exposure are properly taken care of, and Samsung published a list of 11 substances…
smartphone sweatshops
smartphone sweatshops
GAM Article
GAM Article (
) Did you know you're not supposed to crush cans, but you are supposed to wash and dry them? Read on for more recycling tips.
GAM Article (
) Before trashing old electronics, consider other environmentally-friendly methods of disposal. You'll still have less clutter in your drawer, and global communities will be exposed to less dangerous toxins as a result.
recycling, waste, labor, regulations
recycling, waste, labor, regulations
GAM Article (
) Here’s what to look for when you shop for underwear: organic underwear, better fabrics, fewer toxins. Learn more!
organic underwear
organic underwear
GAM Article (
) Conventional cemeteries represent a narrow, inflexible use of land. Learn about your choices.
GAM Article (
) An interview with the director of the Oscar-Nominated film.
environment, climate change, communities
environment, climate change, communities
GAM Article (
) Local, organic, and Fair Trade products can keep your food dollars away from destructive agri-businesses.
solutions to climate change, organic food, organic farming
solutions to climate change, organic food, organic farming
GAM Article (
) While energy efficiency, sweatshop labor, and toxins are problems, there are steps you can take to keep computer parts out of the landfill.
computer
computer
GAM Article (
) A share of stock is a piece of ownership in a given company. Learn more about buying stocks and investing.
buying stocks
buying stocks
GAM Article (
) If you have stake in a company, use your influence wisely.
money, economic power, shareholder activism
money, economic power, shareholder activism
Green Living Piece
Green Living Piece (
) What are carbon offsets, what good do they do, and where can you buy them? We answer your questions here...
carbon offsets
carbon offsets
Green Living Piece (
) Save money and build community in more ways than you think.
money, communities, neighborhood
money, communities, neighborhood
Green Living Piece (
) Consumers looking to leave the car at home—or forego a second car—can now find a new generation of electric bicycles.
electric bicycle
electric bicycle
Green Living Piece (
) Winter brings short days and cooler temperatures, and if you’re like this writer, you’re finding yourself spending more time indoors. Are you looking around at your living room or bedroom and wishing for a change?
Your home is where you socialize,…
home, plants, allergies, allergens, bedroom
home, plants, allergies, allergens, bedroom
Green Living Piece (
) Make it a green wedding, or anniversary party, or commitment ceremony -- for a personal celebration you and your guests won't forget.
green wedding
green wedding
