University of Maine Cooperative Extension — Putting Knowledge to Work for the People of Maine University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County is offering a Master Gardener Training Course to begin February 8, 2013. The 2013 training program will focus on ecological landscaping and herbaceous and take place on 15 consecutive Friday afternoons in Falmouth.…
DetailsWe at the SunriseGuide love consignment stores. Consignment shopping is a sustainable way to shop, helps to cut back on the amount of unwanted items that end up in landfills, gives new life to your “gently used” items, supports local economies, and saves shoppers money. And if that’s not enough reason to love them, some…
DetailsPortland Press Herald Tuesday, November 28, 2012 By Avery Yale Kamila Every two years, farmers, chefs, policy experts and food activists from around the world gather in Torino, Italy, for the annual Terra Madre conference hosted by Slow Food. The event, which promotes sustainable agriculture and the preservation of endangered foods, was held this…
DetailsAfter more than 20 years as an interior designer, Jan Robinson recently opened EcoHome Studio; a showroom featuring eco-friendly and affordable furniture and home decor for the public. Jan has joined us this month to tell us all about the products and services she offers, and the many options for “greening” your home interior. …
DetailsClimate Counts has just released their latest company climate scores, just in time for holiday shopping. Climate Counts is a collaborative effort to bring consumers and companies together to address solutions around global climate change. They score the world’s largest companies on their climate impact to spur corporate climate responsibility and conscious consumption, with the goal…
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By Amanda Beal, Guest Columnist Did you know that close to 40% of all food produced globally is wasted, and in the U.S., the greatest share of loss happens in the hands of consumers? As we become increasingly concerned about how to healthily and sustainably feed a growing population, this issue of food waste becomes…
DetailsBy Carey Kish, Guest Columnist The scenic hills and mountains of southern and coastal Maine offer countless miles and hours of walking enjoyment on trails leading through quiet forests to spectacular vistas. These wonderful paths await your gentle footsteps, your eyes and ears, and the company of friends and family, so grab your daypack and go…
DetailsComposting is a natural process that transforms discarded kitchen and yard waste into a nutrient rich soil additive for your garden. It’s easy to get started and you’ll be amazed at how much less waste you produce when you compost your kitchen and yard waste. What’s needed for a healthy compost pile? A healthy compost…
DetailsBy Molly Gallagher Burk Summer in Maine means lots of time spent playing and lounging on our lush, grassy lawns; but all of that green grass can come with a price. The products we use on our lawns and gardens can run off into our waterways and be absorbed into our air. Lawn chemicals such…
DetailsBy David Homa, Guest Columnist On a good year, the home garden can grow from April to October in Maine. But often crops are lost to early fall or late spring frosts. These days, the climate is even more unpredictable with early snows and heavy rains. A great option to consider adding to your garden…
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