The Climate Change Collective is an initiative where the blogging community unites behind a common goal—spreading awareness of environmental issues. This month, I have the pleasure of writing the lead post. It’s about a distinction many people don’t make when the temperature turns cold in winter—the difference between weather and climate.
The Sunday Spark – Am I ready to be an empty nester?
Earlier this week my daughter left for an extended work trip. It’s quiet around the house without her, which has me asking the question all parents ask at some point: Am I ready be be an empty nester?
In addition to pondering filling the empty nest, the 50th edition of The Sunday Spark discusses rising sugar prices, The Carbon Almanac’s kids page, the reducetarian diet, and decluttering kitchen counters.
Tiny forests – Guest post for Happy Eco News
Tiny forests, also known as microforests, are taking root in communities all over the world. Today, I’m delighted to share a guest post I wrote on this topic for Happy Eco News.
Resolve to choose sustainable gift wrap this year
In this month’s Climate Change Collective post, Jamie from JamieAdStories tackles one of my gift-giving pet peeves—wrapping! Christmas may be over for another year, but resolving to choose sustainable gift wrap all year round would be a big win for the Earth.
A year of weekly sustainable living goals – Free download
Happy New Year! If your goal for the new year is to live a greener lifestyle, you’re in the right place. To help you reduce your environmental impact, I’ve put together a list of 52 weekly sustainable living goals. Download your free checklist, join the challenge, and let’s make this the greenest year ever!
Carbon offsets, flight shaming and better transportation options
After my recent trip to England, I committed to researching carbon offsets to mitigate the environmental impact of flying. Today’s post looks at the flight shaming movement, and how aviation emissions compare to other forms of transportation. Plus, an overview of how carbon offset programs work, and how you can reduce the impact of your travels.
The Sunday Spark – Make 2024 the year of more fun at work
After looking at my blog stats for this year, I’ve decided we need to make 2024 the year of more fun at work. Find out why in week 46 of The Sunday Spark. Also this week: reasons to buy local Christmas trees, sustainable tire options, and low-waste gift wrap.
The Sunday Spark – Thoughts on 2023’s Person of the Year
In week 45 of The Sunday Spark, my thoughts on Taylor Swift as 2023’s Person of the Year. Plus: a look at AI’s water consumption, nerdy tree facts, calcium content of plant-based milk, and sustainable hostess gifts.
Spending time in nature – Just what the doctor ordered!
Is spending time in nature just what the doctor ordered? This month’s lead post in the Climate Change Collective is from Alison at A Sustainably Simple Life who tells the story of her experience disconnecting from the world and reconnecting with nature. As I read Alison’s story, I recalled a program I heard about recently where doctors prescribe spending time in nature for their patients
The Sunday Spark – The power of an hour
In week 41 of The Sunday Spark, how a focused bonus hour helped me overcome procrastination. Plus, biodegradable poppies, sustainable dye for jeans, skimpflation, and saying no to glitter.