Garbage to Garden is now providing curbside compost pickup in Portland, So. Portland, Yarmouth, Falmouth, and Cumberland (with additional cities being added – see list of candidate cities). For a small monthly fee, they will pick up your compostable items weekly and return finished compost to you as you request it. Thanks to a partnership…
“I need to see a healthcare provider, but they don’t take my insurance.” “I could really use a massage, but it’s not in my budget.” “I’d love to take-up yoga, but I can’t afford to until I’m done with school.” Unfortunately, statements like these are made all too often as healthcare and wellness take the…
By Jen Levin, Guest Columnist Seafood is about as mysterious to many people as the ocean itself. Some of the most environmentally conscious people I meet say they don’t eat seafood because of ecological concerns. Here’s the irony: Seafood is one of the most environmentally friendly proteins available. The key to supporting sustainable seafood is…
By Erika Blauch Rusley If the thought of cloth diapers conjures thoughts of giant diaper pins and leaky leg openings, think again. Modern cloth diapers are just as convenient and leak-proof as their disposable counterparts, but much less expensive and far safer for babies — and for the planet. Cloth diapers are eco-friendly Given that…
By Lora Winslow, Guest Columnist While many consumers believe that all cosmetics on the market have been tested and deemed safe, this is unfortunately not true. While the FDA has legal authority over the cosmetics industry, a law that dates back to 1938, allows the cosmetic manufacturers to regulate themselves. This means that cosmetic companies…
Eligible seniors can receive fresh produce from local farms during the 2013 growing season, through the Maine Senior FarmShare Program. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and last year 19,000 seniors and 130 farmers participated. Senior FarmShare Program participants are entitled to receive a FarmShare ($50 worth) of first quality, fresh,…
By Laura Newman, Guest Columnist One of the most important things we can do for environmental sustainability is make sure the next generation has a connection to nature. While we know children are spending more and more time indoors and connected to technology, the research on how this impacts them is only beginning to be…
By Abi Morrison L.Ac., Guest Columnist There is good evidence that acupuncture’s ability to heal has been used worldwide for millennia. Historical texts show that it has been refined by continuous use in Asia for thousands of years. Some of the top reasons I recommend seeking a Licensed Acupuncturist for safe, professional care are: you…
Business schools around the country are responding to a growing public awareness that business success is directly related to social and environmental factors—in addition to the economic bottom line. Green MBAs, undergraduate degrees and certificate programs throughout New England prepare students to develop as leaders at the forefront of this movement. Students learn to balance…
Whether you’re a renter or homeowner, you can make eco-friendly changes to your living spaces without breaking the bank or waiting for a landlord to take action. Plus, there are lots of simple, effective ways to conserve energy that don’t involve years of saving up for state-of-the-art solar panel installation. These tips can get you…