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Whether we like to admit it or not, we all usually have some sort of routine. We wake up in the morning and head to work and stop at our favorite local coffee ship to pick up our first cup…Read More

I have to admit, public speaking has never been one of my favorite things to do. It’s estimated that 75% of people fear public speaking, and while I may not be as fearful as the 18% of people who say…Read More

In September 2011, we were excited to learn that New York City was going to be inducting a bike share program, much like other cities have already done including Boston, Denver and Portland. After much anticipation, the bike share officially…Read More

They say hiking is beneficial for the body, mind and soul. And I say it’s addictive! Hiking on beautiful, scenic trails is a great way to challenge yourself physically while enjoying the simple, yet breathtaking ways of Mother Nature. All…Read More

The do-it-yourself method has always been an incredibly creative and fun way to be crafty. We have always thought imagination, with a little determination, leads to multiple possibilities. Here at Eco18, we are giving you some examples of DIY for…Read More

Now who would have thought that the humble llama was the savior of the Andean civilization? Well, it just might be true. It seems in studying the region around Machu Picchu in Peru, archaeologists have come to the conclusion that…Read More

When proposing this article, I proposed using the title of “Plants for Brownthumbs” but was quickly shut down. Brownthumbs, just for the record, are those of us who appreciate having greenery in our lives, would like to care for an…Read More

A most unusual vessel arrived in the New York City harbor the other day that turned the heads of many along the shores of the Hudson River as it sailed up river manned by captain Gerard d’Aboville and gently maneuvered…Read More

As parents, the essence of our job is to protect our children. To shield them from the harsh realities of life as best we can.  But in today’s crazy world, you can’t so much as turn on the TV or…Read More

Our planet Earth’s largest land mammal, the elephant, has decided to give back to the environment, but in a more unique fashion—with poop! An eco-friendly fair trade company called Mr. Ellie Pooh has created an alternative to the traditional and…Read More