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Access to Green Space is an Environmental Justice Issue
… again in the area. The same is true for the Browns Mill Food Forest in Atlanta; with seven acres of land, it boasts the largest food forest in the country. Food forests are gardens designed to mimic nature by …
Mary Meade - Wed, 06/02/2021
Forever Chemicals Threaten to Upend Our Food and Health
… one of many pathways PFAS and other toxins entered the food web. Up the Food Chain Initially discovered in 1934, PFAS is now used in … chemical in the PFAS family) levels were too high in the food he produced. Turns out, PFOS was in the biosolids he had … Forever Chemicals Threaten to Upend Our Food and Health …
Mary Meade - Thu, 11/13/2025
Reclaiming Victory Gardens from Our Racist History
… households across the country grew incredible amounts of food. It was also a time when war was used to justify extreme … Japan, these workers were wildly successful at growing food in the American west. Second-generation Japanese … 1940, they produced more than 10 percent of California’s food by value even though they held less than four percent of …
jwalton - Tue, 04/21/2020
Ways to Ditch Plastic from Your Daily Life
… Plastic pollution is everywhere—in waterways and oceans, in food chains and the atmosphere, and even in our own bodies. … while leaking microplastics and toxins into our water and food. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvInRuvwXfE Subscribe … keeping fewer of these particles from entering wastewater. Food Storage and Cleanup In the kitchen, it’s easier than …
Mary Meade - Wed, 02/28/2024
15 Things You Should Never Buy Again
… campaign highlights some of these important farmers and food companies. Eat less meat and animal products made … recyclable in most areas. Alternative: Use compostable food service items made from plant materials such as corn … and cellulose. Best option: Carry your own utensils and food containers. 13. Paper towels Paper towels waste forest …
sreid - Thu, 09/14/2017
GMO Inside Announces Victory For Consumers: Hershey’s Milk Chocolate and Kisses to Go Non-GMO by the End of 2015
… will be non-GMO by the end of the year. Green America Food Campaigns Director Nicole McCann stated: “ We … have GMOs inside; and removing GMOs and toxins from our food supply. We believe that everyone has a right to know what’s in their food and to choose foods that are proven safe for people, …
aatkins - Mon, 02/23/2015
Are Plant-Based Burgers Here to Stay?
… vegan meat to the mainstream through restaurants, fast food chains, and grocery stores. What does their rise in …
Mary Meade - Thu, 10/24/2019
Labels 101: Non-GMO Project Verified & Organic
… options that allow them to choose whether or not the food they are eating contains GMOs. Consumers have two main … provide transparency for consumers about what’s in their food and how it was produced. Overall, GE crops have encouraged systematic changes in our food and agricultural systems. Industrialization and …
ameyer - Mon, 02/02/2015
Regenerating Traditions in Growing
… balance between the soil, the climate, and community food needs, in their own unique ways. The modern regenerative … served in the cafeteria, so the campers can experience the food from seed to table. Alex Rosenberg, the Farber Farm … an agricultural framework where we are producing enough food in efficient ways to feed our communities?” It’s food …
Mary Meade - Tue, 12/13/2022
I can't believe it's in butter!
… on genetically modified animal feed. Another fun corporate food fact: Land O'Lakes co-developed genetically engineered …
ameyer - Tue, 11/12/2013
Want to make your life more environmentally friendly? Here's 30 ways (USA Today)
… plastic bags, which are laced with chemicals, for food. Many animals get entangled in plastic bags and … / Getty Images) Americans are huge consumers of cars, food, furnishings, household products, recreational … the amount of meat and dairy you consume. Animal-derived food production has a much higher greenhouse gas output than …
skarimi@greenamerica.org - Mon, 06/17/2019
FURTHERING A REGEN MOVEMENT: SEVEN SUNDAYS PARTNERS WITH SOIL & CLIMATE INITIATIVE TO ADVANCE REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE
… leader committed to charting a new path forward for our food system,” said Adam Kotin, SCI Managing Director. … with the tools and support they need to grow delicious food in ways that rejuvenate the land.” Through its … the trust and connections needed to shift our fraying food system to a more thriving, sustainable (and delicious!) …
abadalov - Wed, 07/23/2025
Eating Insects to Fight the Climate Crisis
… change, and because it’s tasty. Katydid Cakes, Anyone? The Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that 25-50% of … on our plates, but we are encountering them as taking our food away through spoilage or pests in our home—as opposed to this exciting new source of incredible food,” says Borgerson. Protein Shake with a Side of …
Mary Meade - Tue, 12/13/2022
Need Help in your Climate Victory Garden? Find (or Become!) a Master Gardener
… joining together to build a movement that brings healthy food into into our yards and communities, while drawing … a habitat for local wildlife, and growing some of our own food. I have two children, and I want nothing more than for … our environment and understanding and taking part of our food production is key to that. I started my own gardening …
jwalton - Mon, 03/11/2019
Tell USDA to Stop Genetically Engineered Wheat
… on more land worldwide than any other crop. It is a major food and protein source for much of the world’s population. … GE wheat, we will relinquish the last stronghold of our food system and hand it over to Big Ag and biotech … USDA to stop the introduction of GE wheat and protect our food for generations to come! Unapproved GE wheat has already …
ameyer - Wed, 10/14/2015
What Are Microplastics? Everything You Need to Know About the Invisible Plastics in Our Food, Oceans, and Bodies
… especially when exposed to heat through warming food in the microwave or being run through the dishwasher, … steel water bottles, glass tupperware, plastic-free food storage containers from Food Huggers , or wood cutting boards and utensils. If … You Need to Know About the Invisible Plastics in Our Food, Oceans, and Bodies …
Mary Meade - Thu, 11/13/2025
Let's Talk About Miracle Whip and GMOs (Part 2)
… “forced molting” where hens are starved and deprived of food for up to two weeks to shock their bodies into the next … is growing concern about the living conditions in which food animals are raised; however, there is little oversight … This is the company that created the epitome of processed food in America: Kraft Singles American Cheese. In 1988, …
ameyer - Tue, 05/09/2017
New GMO Frankenfoods on the Horizon
… about genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in your food, brace yourself. A number of GM crops and animals … but when they do, they are likely to be sold in fast-food restaurants and prepared-food products. Some companies, such as Gerber, have stated …
greenamerica - Thu, 03/30/2017
The Treehugger Guide to Sustainable Certifications
… Known As: Fair Trade USA What It Certifies: clothing, food, beverages Fair Trade Certified is the global brand of … International What It Certifies: clothing, textiles, food, tea, coffee Fairtrade International runs the Fairtrade … followed. Non-GMO Project Verified What It Certifies: food, beverages, personal care products This label rigorously …
abadalov - Mon, 04/05/2021
How Pervasive are GMOs in Animal Feed?
… and car fuel production, with by-products of this used for food ingredients such as lecithin and oils 3 Figure 6. 94% … certainly contains GMOs. However, many countries that have food labeling laws do not have labeling requirements for … This loophole, where the GMO label is not applied to food products made from animals raised on GMOs, is …
GMO Inside - Tue, 07/16/2013
Bees and Pesticides
… Honey bees are a vital component of our food system because they pollinate many of the crops humans consume. Over 100 vital crops in our food system are pollinated entirely or in part by bees, … responsible for “providing one in every three bites of food we eat.” There is a “food chain” so to speak. It all …
ameyer - Mon, 09/18/2017
The Voices of a Green America
… Living on Earth. Bite Recommended by Jes Walton, Food Campaigns Manager Bite is a podcast for people who think hard about their food. “ Bite addresses food issues in a really current context and it shows the …
aweinstein - Thu, 02/20/2020
Antibiotics in the Dairy Industry: What You Need to Know
… for non-therapeutic purposes , any use of antibiotics in food animals without disease or documented disease exposure, … resistant (AR) bacteria, which have infiltrated our food system and pose a major risk to human health. According … of AR to human health starts at the farm and follows the food chain all the way to your dinner plate. Farms serve are …
ameyer - Mon, 11/23/2020
How We're Greening America
… we've made over the last quarter on climate, finance, food, labor, social justice, and more. Renewable Energy Must … energy and the inclusion of energy justice. Farmers & Food Companies to Pilot Green America’s Soil Carbon … is excited to be enrolling the first cohort of farmers and food companies in our Soil Carbon Initiative (SCI) program. …
Mary Meade - Thu, 05/26/2022
Should ‘Regenerative’ Agriculture Get Its Own Label?
… BY CHRISTOPHER COLLINS | Agroecology , Climate , Food Policy , Labeling 07.10.17 The soil at Adobe House … and manufacturers to begin using the term as a label on food. And while it’s not clear that the market has room for … organic products are any better than conventionally grown food. And even more are confused by alternative labels: A …
tlarsen - Mon, 07/10/2017
DanoneWave and Green America to Advance Soil Health
… and others to develop a global verification standard for food grown in a regenerative manner . The standard seeks to … and development of a new global certification standard for food grown in a regenerative way and exploring options to … 513 or dannonpledge.com . “Soil is the foundation of our food system, with an estimated 95 percent [i] of food …
skarimi@greenamerica.org - Thu, 03/29/2018
Why is soil health important? How can I improve my soil?
… When I first started growing food, the farm I managed in the Pacific Northwest had patches … dive into how global warming is changing the way we raise food. The experience helped turn me into a very different … Water sank instead of sitting on the surface. I swear my food is tastier and more resilient. But what really excites …
jwalton - Thu, 03/21/2019
The Challenge of the Living Wage
… costs by summing estimates for two expenditure groups: food costs and non-food costs. High-income country methodologies, in contrast, … is problematic because: It risks estimates of non-food costs becoming a large black box where errors can be …
greenamerica - Tue, 09/04/2012
How We're Greening America
… we've made over the last quarter on climate, finance, food, labor, social justice, and more. We made tremendous … to create energy overseas. Accelerating Regenerative Food and Agriculture We’re advancing regenerative agriculture … people each year, and we mobilize our audiences to get food giants to end their use of harmful pesticides, with B&G …
Mary Meade - Tue, 12/03/2024
Chobani Greek Yogurt: a GMO Food that is "Naturally" Healthy?
… positions this protein source as an excellent workout food. The company also claims its ingredients are “all … to bring attention to genetically modified ingredients in food, recently targeted Chobani for the use of the word … defines GMOs as not occurring naturally. Several leading food producers have faced class action lawsuits over use of …
skarimi@greenamerica.org - Wed, 08/28/2013
Your Top 10 Plastics Questions, Answered
… them in. If possible, buy from a farmers market where food generally is loose. If it’s a product you love, contact … abandoned fishing gear, plastic bags, cigarette butts, and food packaging (including water bottles) are the more … Is it ever environmentally helpful to have plastic-wrapped food to keep food from being wasted? Plastic wrap extends …
aweinstein - Thu, 10/10/2019
How We're Greening America
… we've made over the last quarter on climate, finance, food, labor, social justice, and more. Green America's 2022 … in tilled soils and doused in multiple chemicals produced food with decreasing nutritional benefits. Not surprisingly, … when farmers improve soil health and reduce chemicals, the food that is grown is healthier. Peer-reviewed research from …
Mary Meade - Wed, 12/14/2022
Major Food Companies Join to Address Climate Change and Healthy Soils by Creating a New Standard Focused on Regenerative Agriculture
… begun development of a global verification standard for food grown in a regenerative manner. The standard seeks to … Benefits of implementing these actions include greater food security, more stable supply chains, greater viability … change, support farmers, and improve supply chains, food quality and food security around the world. By working …
tlarsen - Tue, 03/06/2018
Planning an Eco-friendly Thanksgiving? Try Serving Non-GMO Foods
… by Jamie Landa, Food Campaigns Fellow From travel arrangements to meal … steps, you can ensure you are feeding the highest quality food to your loved ones and using your dollars to vote for … one thing that can be simple are the ingredients in your food. By following these guidelines, you can keep unnatural …
GMO Inside - Mon, 11/15/2021
The ABCs of Food Labels
… the fact from fiction and get to the bottom of how your food is produced? Fortunately, there are several legitimate … and inspections. Below is a comprehensive list of common food labels, rated on how well they adhere to the standards … bags or access the list from your phone. Download your Food Labels Guide here or view them by category below. …
greenamerica - Thu, 04/19/2018
Riding Wave of Success, GMO InsideAnnounces Campaign to Get GMOs Out of Honey Nut Cheerios
… to pressure General Mills had resulted in the major U.S. food producer to eliminate GMOs from original Cheerios. In a … believe that everyone has a right to know what’s in their food and to choose foods that are proven safe for themselves, …
mpolk - Tue, 01/21/2014
How We're Greening America
… we've made over the last quarter on climate, finance, food, labor, social justice, and more. Addressing the Climate … soil health, and depleting the nutrient density of our food. That’s why Green America is leading the way to expand … soil, sequester carbon, and produce more nutritious food. VICTORY! This year, we enrolled farms representing a …
Mary Meade - Mon, 11/20/2023
Plant-Based Investing, for the Good of Animals
… study found that vegetarian and vegan diets can reduce food-related emissions by 63 percent and 70 percent, … by 62 percent, and in 2017, sales of vegan or vegetarian food totaled $2 billion US dollars, according to Innova … is already making a visible impact on the American food industry. In September, the New York State Pension …
egreene - Tue, 11/20/2018
Avoiding GMO Foods? Chobani Yogurt's Uses GMO Milk
… includes GMO Free USA, Label GMOs, Green America, Nutiva, Food Babe, Food Democracy Now! and Institute for Responsible Technology. … and many people see Greek yogurt as a healthy snack food or addition to their meals. The health properties of GMO …
skarimi@greenamerica.org - Thu, 09/05/2013
What is Regenerative Agriculture?
… to a troubling decrease in arable top soil available for food production. Because conventional farming practices have … climate change while producing healthful and delicious food for their communities. What is the goal for addressing … is not possible without addressing the impact of the food system as a whole, which contributes upwards of 1/3 of …
ameyer - Tue, 10/13/2020
Big Win Against GMOs: Hellmann's Non-GMO Mayo
… year. Parent company Unilever is the world's third largest food and consumer products company. Hellmann’s USDA certified … made with non-GMO ingredients. “As the third largest food and consumer goods company in the world, Unilever has a … and healthy for consumers,” said Michael Stein, Food Campaigns Manager for Green America . “By offering …
greenamerica - Tue, 02/23/2016
Big News From Green America's Leadership Team!
… to meet her!” Keisha’s doctoral dissertation focused on food, transculturalism, and cultural humility, she’s served on the board of her local food cooperative, and she’s always made justice and equity a … Bethlehem, PA. Keisha also brings passion for healthy food and food access, and experience in grassroots …
abadalov - Sat, 05/13/2023
The Ghost Fleet
… die of infection. They don’t have access to a variety of food and are mainly eating trash fish that won’t sell. There … they’ll lose their slaves. The resupply boats bring ice, food, men, and bring the fish back to shore so the boats can … mainly to us in the States comes in the form of pet food or frozen fish. If you go to frozen food aisle in the …
greenamerica - Wed, 01/30/2008
Tariff Turmoil: Another Reason To Go Green
… without, or put off purchasing, but we can’t go without food. One great way to cut down on food costs is to grow your own; you can save hundreds of dollars per year growing your own food, and it will be more nutritious. Green America’s Climate …
abadalov - Tue, 04/15/2025
"Re(Store) It: Campaign Launches on World Soil Day to Save the Earth... Literally
… system of agriculture,” said Anna Meyer, the food campaigns director at Green America. “If we want to … for more organic and non-GMO products,” said Jes Walton, food campaigns specialist at Green America. “Now it is time for consumers to demand a major shift in our food system and push for the mass adoption of regenerative …
tlarsen - Mon, 12/04/2017
Blog: What's Wrong with Modern Wheat?
… of bread, linked with the national drive to sell cheap food in this country. Cheap food is the main food policy these days. With that being the main goal many …
ameyer - Thu, 11/17/2016
Regenerative Resolutions
… C omposting Composting is an amazing way to convert your food waste into nutrient-rich soil. This soil can be used for … compost in, there are also services that will pick up your food scraps for you and compost them. Do a quick internet … will be reducing your carbon footprint by cutting down on food transportation costs and ensuring a portion of the food …
ameyer - Tue, 01/02/2018
Heartbeat of America: Regenerative Farmers in an Election Year
… popcorn we toss in the microwave, our access to nutritious food is all made possible by the daily efforts of farmers … US, farmers say bureaucracy makes it hard for them to grow food in a manner that is restorative for the environment. … and biodiversity—and ultimately grows more nutritious food and sequesters carbon, combatting the climate crisis. …
Mary Meade - Thu, 06/27/2024
8 Things You Didn’t Know Were Made with Sweatshop Labor
… have signed on to the Coalition of Immokalee Workers Fair Food Campaign . The experience of Mexican farmworkers is … other chemicals; physical or sexual abuse; and inadequate food, water, and rest. In India, the Sumangali scheme, … also prevent genetic engineering. Take Action Fair Food International campaigns to improve occupational health …
greenamerica - Tue, 05/23/2017
Bioplastics: Benefits and Pitfalls
… are used to make a lot of so-called “green” products like food containers, cutlery, bags, bottles, foams, electronics … swaths of land being converted to agriculture but not for food, more deforestation, more fertilizers and pesticides being used, food costs continuing to soar, and food shortages becoming …
mpolk - Thu, 08/24/2017
