tag:www.narichmond.com,2005:/categories/green-living?page=20Green Living Green Living | Healthy Living, Healthy Planet, Richmond Page 20Healthy Living Healthy Planet2019-08-16T00:46:37-04:00urn:uuid:8e21c06d-2fe4-4300-a6b4-ebdae031f8112019-08-16T00:46:37-04:002019-08-16T00:46:37-04:00Milkweed Mittens: Common Weed Is Lightweight Insulator2017-08-31 12:14:27 -0400AnonymousMilkweed pods, which are five times lighter than synthetic insulation, are being tested by the Canadian Coast Guard as filler in prototype parkas, gloves and mittens.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:64617276-f4e5-48f1-8d2b-f85a484d84412019-08-16T01:10:32-04:002019-08-16T01:10:32-04:00Easy Mark: Lasers Stamp Prices on European Produce2017-08-31 12:14:24 -0400AnonymousEuropean supermarkets are cutting costs and saving energy by using high-tech lasers to mark prices on avocados, sweet potatoes and coconuts, with more to come.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:978bf041-9269-402d-97f2-dec34dd2135f2019-08-16T01:13:31-04:002019-08-16T01:13:31-04:00Solar Heats Up: Demand Surges as Prices Fall2017-08-31 12:14:11 -0400Jim MotavalliRapidly improving technology and sharply declining prices are making solar energy an ever more attractive option for homeowners.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:55f98423-0c76-4039-bcfd-ae4b0019e7d52019-08-16T01:00:01-04:002019-08-16T01:00:01-04:00Help for Injured Wildlife: Caring Rehab Gives Them a Second Chance2017-07-31 12:48:00 -0400Sandra MurphyWildlife rehabilitation centers across the country are providing help to lost, injured or orphaned animals in need of care.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:399ec9af-272d-4a97-8f82-ccf571c0e7ca2019-08-16T00:49:01-04:002021-04-21T13:32:57-04:00Healthy Eye-Catching Eco-Wear: It’s in Style and Easy Care2017-06-30 11:23:44 -0400Avery MackWrinkled cotton T-shirts used to define planet-friendly clothing, but today’s fashion designers are producing distinctive eco-lines that feel good and look great.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:84677f27-edf5-4d8d-b776-7346eef44b042019-08-16T01:10:24-04:002019-08-16T01:10:24-04:00Autonomous Autos: Driverless Cars Promise Safety and Savings2017-05-31 12:04:18 -0400AnonymousWithin seven years, driverless cars will be hitting the market, and studies project they will eventually slash driving-related deaths by two-thirds and lower fuel use by 20 percent.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:45065f3b-c88d-4acb-a761-d0c33054c7902019-08-16T00:44:44-04:002019-08-16T00:44:44-04:00Prohibiting Plastic: Banning Bags Is Making a Difference2017-05-31 12:04:14 -0400AnonymousFrom Tasmania to San Francisco to Morocco, governments are moving against pollution and trash by banning plastic shopping bags, water bottles and even microbeads.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d262f9bc-7450-43a7-9ed7-69bdc3611e5a2019-08-16T01:12:57-04:002019-08-16T01:12:57-04:00Green Car Buying Tips: Fuel Economy Plus Sales Incentives Equal Big Savings2017-05-31 12:04:10 -0400Jim MotavalliTo move stock and meet environmental goals, carmakers are offering great deals on eco-friendly cars; substantial subsidies and tax write-offs further sweeten the deal.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3ffd0ee6-ea7a-4d27-9867-a4067faacb802019-08-16T00:44:26-04:002019-08-16T00:44:26-04:00Cycling Chicago: Pioneering Bike Paths Promise Easy Commutes2017-04-28 11:47:45 -0400AnonymousWith 100 miles of new bike lanes already, Chicago is now moving to build floating, solar-powered paths along the Chicago River to create an auto-free commute.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>urn:uuid:2d75c395-0cae-43f7-b73e-88634e39c5a62019-08-16T00:38:39-04:002019-08-16T00:38:39-04:00Balloon Doom: Far-Flying Rubber Harms Sea Creatures2017-04-28 11:47:42 -0400AnonymousThe helium balloons released into the sky at special events often come down in ocean waters, where they damage the digestive tracts of fish, dolphins, whales and sea turtles.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.narichmond.com">Natural Awakenings Richmond</a></small></p>