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GAM Article ( ) It’s easy to find deals online, but is online thrifting greener than the brick-and-mortar option?
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GAM Article ( ) Ending hunger and food insecurity is an unfinished battle we face as Americans.
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GAM Article ( ) 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.
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GAM Article ( ) Anthony Karefa Rogers-Wright gives an instructive discourse on why environmental activists are critical to progress.
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GAM Article ( ) 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 ( ) 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…

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Green American Magazine ( ) Your guide to making your life more sustainable for people and the planet.
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Green America in the News ( ) 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,…
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Victories ( ) 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 …
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BlogNews

BlogNews ( ) The fossil fuel industry promotes plenty of renewable energy myths. This fact sheet debunks 5 prominent myths about clean energy.
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BlogNews ( ) Entertainment is one of the biggest industries in the world. But sustainability in Hollywood isn't winning an Oscar anytime soon.
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Basic page ( ) 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…

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Basic page ( ) 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’…
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Piece ( ) 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 ( ) 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

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

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Personal story ( ) Contact What's Good: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook  Greenwashing. You’ve heard the term. It’s when an organization spreads disinformation to appear sustainable and environmentally responsible without being so. …
green business, Green Business Network, conscious consumerism, business for good, good choices, sustainable shopping, green online shopping, online shopping, Eco Goods, what's good
Personal story ( ) Contact Emma’s Eco Clean: Website | Facebook  Household products can be a lot more dangerous than you might expect. Did you know that there are over 1,000 chemicals used in the formula to add scent to…
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