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Fun Freetime: TurfMutt Foundation Predicts “Backyarding” Advances to a Master Level

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The trend to move indoor activities outdoors that was made popular during the pandemic – known as “backyarding” – will continue to expand in 2023, according to the TurfMutt Foundation , an environmental education and stewardship program that encourages outdoor living and caring for green spaces. Say goodbye to bland yards and parks.

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Why You Should Live Green

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As the environmental movement has gathered momentum, green products and services have become cheaper. This is mainly because more people are seeking out these green products and services to buy and use for themselves. The green movement is gaining strength around the world. What do you have to lose?

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Healthy Habits: EWG's 2023 Shopper's Guide to Produce

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This year, blueberries and green beans join the Dirty Dozen™ , the Shopper’s Guide section listing the 12 non-organic, or conventionally grown, fruits and vegetables with the highest amounts of pesticides, based on federal agencies’ tests. Green beans also had traces of several pesticides banned in the European Union but allowed in the U.S.

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Go Green and Save Money with Energy Efficient Appliances

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million trees were planted. She says the rating system was established to help consumers to make educated buying decisions, not to encourage people to throw out working appliances. Conclusion Hopefully this information will help you decide on your own strategy for going green and saving money with large household appliances.

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Website Spotlight: Intro

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A Healthy Environment Should Be Our #1 Priority

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From education to taxes to the deficit to foreign policy, the candidates tell us what we want to hear only to constantly change positions throughout their elected tenure. Here’s why… Education . Yes, education is a top priority. Everyone’s favorite scapegoat is the price of living in a civilized society, isn’t it?

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Calendar of Environmental Events Around the World

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Sterling Morton founded Arbor Day, a day set aside to plant trees. World Forestry Day – March 21 – The mission is to educate and inform people about the world’s forests and trees, and environmental sustainability. Good luck choosing just a few! Arbor Day celebrations – It’s been over 135 years since J.