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Sustainable Holidays: Easy Tips for an Eco-Friendly Season

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Kirby Baldwin

The holidays generate a lot of waste. Here are ways to cut down on consumption to lessen the environmental impact of the holiday season without sacrificing any joy.

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Making Forever Chemicals Go Away: Manmade Compounds Pose Lasting Threat to Our Health

Oct 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheryl DeVore

Although some man-made per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as forever chemicals, are being phased out, there’s still much to worry about.

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Richmond Public Libraries Go Green

Oct 30, 2022 12:49PM ● By Community Conservation Team at the James River Association

The Greening Richmond Public Libraries initiative, a collaboration between Richmond Public Library, City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities/RVAH2O, James River Association and Four Winds Design, launched in 2019 with the implementation of a green infrastructure plan at Westover Hills Branch.

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Sustainable Sanctuaries: Supporting Human and Planetary Health at Home

Sep 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

How to incorporate elements that preserve and promote the health of humans and the planet when upgrading, remodeling building or buying new houses.

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Reducing Radiation Risks: Ways to Lessen Electromagnetic Exposure

Sep 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

There is strong evidence of a correlation between electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiofrequency radiation (RF) exposures and various health conditions. Here are ways to reduce exposure.

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Encouraging Corporations to Keep Virginia Cozy

Aug 31, 2022 06:53PM

Keep Virginia Cozy is now providing cleanup opportunities for corporations to get their teams outside, pick up some litter, enjoy each other’s company and show the community that their business cares.

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Say No to Plastic Bags

Aug 31, 2022 06:00PM

Several local organizations are collaborating to raise awareness, garner support and encourage consumers to limit dependence on single-use plastics.

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Conscious Consumerism: The Rise of Sharing and Reselling

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

Local shared enterprises and secondhand shops are saving people money and reducing the impact of excess consumerism on the environment.

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The Greening of Packaging: Cleaning and Personal Care Products Go Eco

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheryl DeVore

Consumers are demanding that home cleaning and personal care products come in environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and plastic use.

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How to Make Backyard Soil Come Alive

Jun 30, 2022 04:31PM ● By Peter Girardi

It is never too late to start improving a yard or soil; just start small and the rest can happen organically over time.

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