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Regenerative Agriculture Q&A
… Green America and Kiss the Ground hosted a live Q&A about the … and Financing Actions Individuals Can Take Technical How-To's Panelists: Ryland Engelhart, Executive Director, … to do sheet mulching? Don - Mulch is good, but having a living ground cover is even better, because it helps absorb …
abadalov - Thu, 02/04/2021
Top 10 Solutions to Reverse Climate Change
… Warming (Penguin Books, 2017), edited by Paul Hawken. —the Green America editors Top 10 Solutions to Reverse Climate … spurn imperfect spuds in the produce section, overestimate how many meals they will cook in a week, toss out milk that … forms. Trees may be clustered, evenly spaced, or used as living fencing. Animals may graze in grassy alleys between …
egreene - Thu, 01/11/2018
Want to make your life more environmentally friendly? Here's 30 ways (USA Today)
… protecting wildlife, conserving natural resources and take other actions that can help slow the rate of climate … you can do to shrink your carbon footprint, lead to more green actions, and initiate change on a larger scale, so … transfer of plant energy to animal energy. Depending on how it's measured, animal-based agriculture is responsible …
skarimi@greenamerica.org - Mon, 06/17/2019
Regenerative Agriculture & Farming to Reverse Climate Change
… and local environments. Today, we’re focusing on the how of regenerative agriculture—we’ll dive more into the … is a win for climate change too, resulting in soils with living ecosystems of micro-organisms that capture and store … is a new term that is still being defined and debated. Green America is proud to be a part of this discussion and …
jwalton - Mon, 11/23/2020
Heal the Soil, Cool the Climate
… . Photo by Angie Mosier. Back when I first started at Green America, in 2000, I remember our president/CEO Alisa … life, including human life, on Earth. It is our work with living soil that provides sustainable alternatives to the … more and more soil scientists looking at the question of, “How do you more quickly regenerate soil?” And they began to …
egreene - Tue, 11/20/2018
A Living Building Challenge? Accepted!
… environmental damage aim too low, says the International Living Future Institute (ILFI). People shouldn’t have to settle for buildings that don’t improve their lives and the environment around them. Now, they don’t have to … certification. The Living Building Challenge goes beyond green-building certifications, like Leadership in Energy and …
egreene - Tue, 02/27/2018
6 Popular Composting Options
… We'll describe six popular composters and help you determine which one is the right one for you. … don’t start composting is that they actually don’t know how to start. It’s hard to tell which of the many available … that don’t generate yard waste, as a pile of only green waste will attract pests. To make your pile more …
greenamerica - Mon, 10/12/2020
How To Be a Sustainable Apparel Business
… Green businesses adopt principles, policies, and practices … standards of social responsibility and sustainability. So how can you determine what is in fact a sustainable business, … offer your workers safe and healthy working conditions, a living wage, and transparency. Offshore factories are okay if …
Mary Meade - Mon, 01/13/2020
Regenerative, Organic Agriculture: Cool the Climate, Feed the World
… that support farmers, and educating consumers about “how going organic is the healthiest option for people and the … modified organisms (GMOs) and no-till treatments. Green America associate editor André Floyd talked to Dr. … our readers about this idea that organic farming fosters “living” soil and conventional farming creates “dead” soil? …
greenamerica - Mon, 01/30/2017
15 Things You Should Never Buy Again
… to make the healthiest decisions for our homes, families, and the planet. What we eat , what we wear , and the items we … shouldn't bring us harm or cause negative health effects. Green America's vast green living resources can help you find better options, but here …
sreid - Thu, 09/14/2017
Guest Blog: Mamavation on Unhealthy Chocolate Brands and Your Valentine’s Day Candy
… our exposes on toxic ingredients in children’s cereal and what’s in your peanut butter , this week we take a look … sure what the manufacturer used to create the flavor nor how many ingredients are inside . That makes this a wild card … This product is also available at Thrive Market . Green & Black’s: USDA certified organic and Fair Trade …
GMO Inside - Fri, 02/13/2015
Grow Climate Solutions for a Better Food System
… grow healthier food and protect ecosystems. Through Green America’s work with consumers and stakeholders from the … for a family of four a year, according to the USDA. How can I reduce my food waste? Plan your meals ahead of … to make your own compost at greenamerica.org/green-living/how-and-what-compost. 2. Grow a Climate Victory …
egreene - Tue, 12/08/2020
Your Climate Victory Gardening Questions, Answered!
… detailed information , broken down by animal. Pests How can design help with pest management, deer and rabbits in … rich plants can also be cut and left on the soil as “green manure”— comfrey is a great example of this. How do I … Permaculture and Other Gardening Questions What is "living mulch"? Living mulch is just a fancy way of saying …
jwalton - Tue, 04/02/2019
Farms That Harvest the Sun—Twice
… tomatoes are bright red, lemons look a little orange, and green basil has a definite pink glow. This isn’t a genetic … 16). He’s one of the farmers who has been teaching others how to achieve his success with regenerative agriculture … into. They hear about climate change and drought enough living around here. They see this as playing their part to …
egreene - Tue, 11/20/2018
Ask Acadia: Expert Answers Climate Victory Garden Questions
… Green America teamed up with author and farmer Acadia … I went back to school to study soil management and how it can be a meaningful buffer against weather extremes. … carbon to the soil. There’s evidence to suggest that when living soil organisms die they end up forming even more …
jwalton - Mon, 03/25/2019
International Insights: Hussen Ahmed Turns Agrowastes from the Flower Industry into Gold in Ethiopia
… building with compost was an obvious solution to recycle green waste and regenerate land in a country plagued by drought and desertification. How did you become interested in farming? Hussen Ahmed (HA): … for people on the other side of the world? HA: We’re living in an interconnected world. The good practices of one …
jwalton - Thu, 10/04/2018
3 U.S. Businesses Recognized for “Green” Pet and Animal Products
… Small Businesses in New York, California and North Carolina Named ‘Top Dogs.’ WASHINGTON, D.C. — December 8, 2016 — Three small green businesses offering green pet and animal products in … people and the planet, it’s important not to forget how animals play a role,” said Fran Teplitz, Green …
abadalov - Thu, 12/08/2016
Environmental Concerns Labels
… USDA National Organic Program (NOP) sets regulations and labeling requirements . Verification guaranteed by annual … economic engagement, and product quality and safety. How we rated the labels 1. First, we considered whether the … labeling. Labels that received the highest marks from Green America (4 to 5 stars) are those that scored the …
abadalov - Thu, 11/02/2017
Tiny Garden Grows 300 Lbs of Produce Annually
… Nicky Schauder of Permaculture Gardens , a member of our Green Business Network My family and I have a Climate Victory … and grow slowly but surely from there. We're a family of 8 living in what some consider a tiny townhome, and we grow over 300 pounds of produce each year. Here's how we try to live the Climate Victory Garden commitments : …
jwalton - Mon, 12/17/2018
Sustainable Agriculture Spotlight: Chopping Block Farm
… Green America and GMO Inside are pleased to announce our new Farmer-Grower … between plants, insects and animals to thrive. When and how did your interest in food and farming start? Many moons … in the food, paired with his experience in growing it, is what led to farming for us. We had a 5-year plan for a house …
GMO Inside - Tue, 08/19/2014
Climate Victory Gardening 101
… is for you. The toolkit begins with a bit of history and context. It also revisits the basic science of how your garden sequesters carbon to fight climate change. … institutions down to the community and individual level. Green America’s Center for Sustainability Solutions is …
greenamerica - Mon, 11/23/2020
What is Regenerative Agriculture?
… the carbon cycle. For years, scientists have pointed out how the burning of fossil fuels has released an excess of … into the atmosphere, creating a greenhouse gas effect and warming the earth. One component of the carbon cycle … as it has not been transported across the country. Green America's Soil & Climate Health Initiative Verified …
ameyer - Tue, 10/13/2020
Renewing Hope by Curbing Waste
… are tapping into this promising sector within the green economy. Curbing Waste for a Cleaner Climate Today, the … In response to China’s policy, CityLab has reported on how US facilities in Maryland and DC are improving recycling … hired 20 employees since 2010. “We try to pay people a living wage and our Maryland operation is adding dental …
egreene - Thu, 06/13/2019
What COVID-19 Is Teaching Us About the Fight Against Climate Change
… emergency, scenes of ferocious wildfires, flooded streets, and monstrous weather events like hurricanes and tornadoes … way to move people to action on both fronts is explaining how climate change not only damages the planet’s health, but … National Black Environmental Justice Network , says that green groups need to go further by amplifying the call for …
egreene - Wed, 12/09/2020
Regenerative Resolutions
… the most common being vows to lose weight, get organized, and save more. (Sound familiar?) Unfortunately, only 8% of … are actually successful in attaining their goals. So, how can we avoid seemingly inevitable failure? Evidence … no further than these 9 must-haves from our certified green businesses. If you live in an apartment and do not have …
ameyer - Tue, 01/02/2018
Know Farmers, Know Food
… You might have seen the green and white bumper sticker proclaiming, “No Farms, No … farmers and companies for 10 years to help them understand how much the soil beneath our feet and the crops grown to … and soil. Regenerative agriculture is a holistic, living-systems approach to growing food that restores soil …
Mary Meade - Mon, 03/20/2023
Taking on Waste, One Cup at a Time
… straw, drive an EV, compost organic waste—the advice on how we can lead more sustainability-driven lives is endless. … resources at their disposal—there is no one-size-fits-all green living solution. For a problem as expansive as single-use …
Mary Meade - Tue, 07/22/2025
Composting
… arrangement will look different based on where you live and how much waste you have to process, but all can be good for … Aim for a roughly 50/50 mixture of “brown” and “green” organic waste in your compost to yield ideal results. …
jwalton - Thu, 06/25/2020
Broccoli Is Dying. Corn Is Toxic. Long Live Microbiomes! (Scientific American)
… Let’s move past the green and gene revolutions to a microbiome renaissance By Louise … is “a substance that promotes illness,” then “much of what is produced by industrial agriculture is, quite …
skarimi@greenamerica.org - Tue, 08/20/2019
Thousands Of People Are Growing ‘Climate Victory Gardens’ To Save The Planet
… roughly a third of an acre with rows of vegetable beds and a newly added pond to encourage wildlife. The garden, … climate victory garden movement was launched by nonprofit Green American two years ago. It is inspired by the estimated … last longer. “For us, the inspiration grew from knowing how many people were involved [in these victory gardens], how …
aweinstein - Thu, 02/06/2020
What is the Circular Economy?
… concepts are real practices by real businesses: Green Guru , which makes outdoor gear out of busted bike … economy. Combating this model begins with re-imagining how these materials are wasted and is also the second part of … farming systems have not reflected how important living organisms are,” says Johnson. “Regenerative …
aweinstein - Thu, 02/20/2020
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 … https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvInRuvwXfE Subscribe to Green America's YouTube channel Learning about your … other NGO allies to support this bill. Your choices on how to engage with plastic, both at home and in your …
Mary Meade - Wed, 02/28/2024
A Toolkit for the Beginner Gardener
… gardeners is a jumping off point for learning the basics and starting on a path towards gardening for the planet. (Too … Garden today! 1. Set goals Think about your dream garden. What do you see? What do you hear? Consider drawing or writing about it. Think about how much time you have to commit to your garden—be …
abadalov - Mon, 09/14/2020
Your Recycling Quandaries
… trucks have been retrofitted to collect trash on one side and recycling on the other in separate compartments. In … ask what happens to your recycling once it’s picked up. Q: How do I know if my city is really recycling my plastic, … A: Yes! You can create a worm composting bin using Real Green ’s step-by-step guide , or explore one of the motorized …
mpolk - Sun, 06/26/2016
You Are Cordially Invited to The Sustainable Wedding Guide
… as possible and this sustainable wedding guide shows how we did it. Ditch the Flowers and Confetti Though flowers … US-made giftware, sustainable packaging, and other green practices. You can also donate florals to hospitals, assisted living facilities, and places of worship after. We also …
Mary Meade - Wed, 06/26/2024
Are Cloth Diapers Worth It?
… By Kristen Bahler By the end of the summer, I’ll go from living the charmed life of a 30-something who has never, not … I’m not psyched to experience this first-hand. No matter how valiant my efforts, there’s a lingering possibility that … pocket diapers over the other styles. Todini runs the green living blog Fork in the Road , and says she was “on a …
abadalov - Fri, 07/09/2021
Worm Composting: All-Natural Recycling
… home was so full it had to close, she started noticing how much garbage she and her neighbors generated, and … bedding, as well.) Because red wrigglers are used to living in the soil, be sure to bury their food, rather than … waste management at its best, even some dedicated green consumers, fearing unpleasant odors or the attraction …
sreid - Tue, 09/19/2017
Organic fertilizers
… There's a thin line between fertilizing and over-fertilizing. Too few nutrients and your tomatoes and … in landfills. See this composting guide for tips on how to create fertilizer from food, yard waste, and more. … material like wood shavings or sawdust. The combination of green manure with brown bed material produces the perfect …
jwalton - Mon, 06/01/2020
DIY: Indoor Worm Composting
… is a great way to make use of your kitchen scraps and make your own free, nutrient-rich fertilizer for your … and a weekly check-in on your wriggly friends. Bonus: Green Americans who already do this report the worms provide … of entertainment and lessons for kids learning remotely. How To Make an Indoor Worm Compost To start your compost, all …
Mary Meade - Tue, 08/17/2021
Organic Standards: Not Perfect but Definitely Better
… regards to animal production the organic standard regulate how much time animals can spend confined indoor and the use … order to promote growth and prevent diseases, unsanitary living conditions and a poor diet make animals industrial … future. Follow updates on sustainable agriculture and Green America's work on food issues on Facebook and by …
greenamerica - Wed, 05/18/2016
Turning “Food Prisons” into Gardens
… on the platform website to date—all to share the story of how starting his own urban garden planted a transformative … starred with actress Rosario Dawson in a short video for Green America’s Climate Victory Garden effort. Produces with … or nonexistent. There are currently 23.5 million people living in food deserts in the US. And cities with high …
egreene - Tue, 11/20/2018
10 ways to prepare your garden for winter
… erosion and low winter temperatures. If you don’t like how it looks, you can push plant material flat on the ground … a freelance writer, with writing published about cycling, green living, and ways to make a difference without fundamentally …
jwalton - Thu, 06/25/2020
Lowering the Carbon Cost of Your Diet
… (CAFOs). In the U.S. alone, there are 21,000 CAFOs, and 90% of animals destined for human consumption are raised … are notably detrimental to our environment. Read on to see how limiting animal products can help lower your carbon … are scalded in hot water before feathers are plucked). What about output? Dairy cows excrete ~100 lbs of manure a …
Mary Meade - Mon, 11/20/2023
Why is soil health important? How can I improve my soil?
… were my first experience dealing with climate extremes, and my soil was not equipped for the job. Worried about the … study soil and water management, and did a deep dive into how global warming is changing the way we raise food. The … can take to build healthy soil. Organic matter is anything living or dead, animals or plants, and the perfect food for …
jwalton - Thu, 03/21/2019
5 Steps to Start Your Climate Victory Garden
… a garden? Make it a Climate Victory Garden ! Get started and see results before you know it. Imagine it’s an early … herbs and some baby zucchinis starting to form under huge green leaves. You breathe in the fresh air and feel excited … smell? Consider drawing or writing about it. Think about how much time you have to commit to your garden—be realistic …
egreene - Wed, 03/17/2021
Plants that Clean the Air
… space travel, but the results can help those of us living in regular homes and apartments back on Earth. … better—and hairy and waxy leaves are even more effective. How many you need depends on your space, based on airflow and … easy at-home tests and professional scientific results. Green America’s food campaigns manager Jes Walton did a basic …
egreene - Mon, 03/04/2019
Setting Intention in a Changing World
… our homes became our place of work, school, entertainment, and refuge from covid-19. Those of us who continued working … on our priorities and the way we spend our time. We asked Green Americans how setting intention has changed how they go about their …
Mary Meade - Wed, 10/06/2021
Why Regenerative Agriculture is Good for You and the Planet
… practices that focus on soil health and regeneration. Green America recognizes seven pillars of regenerative agriculture: minimize soil disturbance; living roots in the ground year-round; keeping year-round … to regenerative practices. Let them know you care about how your food is grown and sourced. Look for Soil & Climate …
ekriss - Fri, 06/17/2022
Long Island Couple’s Organic Garden is Part of their Zero Waste Home
… manifestation of those values as a fruitful solution for green living. What started as planting a few shade trees to … any new plant life to our property, we ask ourselves, ‘how is it going to earn its keep?’” Bartosik explains. …
Mary Meade - Mon, 03/20/2023
What are some tips for starting a Climate Victory Garden?
… were a celebration of sorts. After a busy week of tending and harvesting up to 200 different herbs and vegetables, I’d … gardening questions. The most common one, by far, was, “how can I grow food like this at home?” “It’s easy!” I’d … and morph into soil. Once it does, weed out any fresh green sprouts, and start planting. 2. Minimal to no tillage. …
jwalton - Thu, 04/18/2019
