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It’s important to use caution when recycling electronics such as computers, batteries, cell phones, televisions, etc., because they contain harmful parts that can cause damage the environment. Toxic components include mercury, lead, cadmium, arsenic, polybrominated flame Retardants, barium and lithium.…Read More

Many species are at threat for a possible extinction, but one species in particular that is at high risk is the West African Lion population. According to The ICUN Red List of Threatened Species the Panthera Leo, otherwise known as the African…Read More

When something becomes trendy, we often get caught in using catchwords or phrases that at times we really do not know the true meaning of them or what they signify. Although not a trend but more a way of life…Read More

It’s no surprise that the fashion industry has been a driving force in the unreal expectations that we as women, have on body image. However over the past few years, I have come to notice a slow, but inspiring change.…Read More

Most of the United States has been experiencing sever weather this winter. From ice storms to heavy snowfall and polar cold dipping temperatures well below zero even in cities and states where such weather has never been experienced. Classical example…Read More

As you have no doubt heard, the current Winter Olympic Games are experiencing some of the affects of climate change. The games, being held in Sochi, Russia, haven’t been as cold as they should be making it difficult for some…Read More

Each month we will ask a new eco-maven 18 questions about his or her life, occupation and advice for other like-minded people. This month, we spoke with “Coach” Mark Smallwood of the Rodale Institute. What is your name (and age)?…Read More

We’ve just wrapped up Fashion Week here in New York, which means the last week has been full of runway shows and parties. As with any fashion week we always have our ear out for anything new and interesting that…Read More

Like most people who have asthma, I’ve learned how to manage it by avoiding triggers and finding medicine that works for me. I know what causes a flare up and what to do if a problem arises. However there are…Read More

The Rodale Institute’s Motto, Healthy Soil = Healthy Food = Healthy People, was first chalked on a blackboard by organic pioneer J.I. Rodale in 1947. Even then, J.I. understood that in order to grow healthy food, it began with the…Read More