Make your teacher wish list a little greener for the new school year by adding engaging, eco‑focused books that help students of all ages learn…
These four books are brightly illustrated and perfect for helping younger students read, understand, and apply environmental concepts in meaningful…, Designed with middle schoolers in mind, these books tap into students’ growing curiosity about environmental issues and their desire to make a real…, Moving into the high school level, these books highlight how teens can continue shaping a more sustainable world well into adulthood. From simple, at…
The back-to-school season is exciting, but it can also feel a little chaotic! Between shopping for clothes and supplies, adjusting sleep schedules,…
Before heading to the grocery store, take a quick inventory of what you already have in your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. Planning meals around…, Monday: Sheet Pan Chicken and PotatoesToss 1 pound of diced chicken, 3–4 diced potatoes, and 2 cups of your favorite vegetables with 2 tablespoons of…, School mornings can be hectic, so preparing breakfast the night before can make a huge difference. Here are a few easy meal ideas that will make the…, One of the easiest ways to reduce food waste is to think creatively about leftovers.
Roasted vegetables can become soup. Leftover chicken can be…, Your freezer is one of the best tools for reducing food waste.
Freeze:• Extra bread.• Cooked rice.•…, Back-to-school season doesn’t have to mean extra stress or extra waste. By planning meals around ingredients you already have, preparing breakfasts…
A dripping faucet can waste 3,000 gallons annually. Regularly inspect sinks and toilets to prevent water loss.
You can often make your own cleaners with vinegar and baking soda. Or look for EPA Safer Choice products to reduce chemicals in your home. They’re…
Wash clothes in cold water when you can—heating water accounts for 90% of laundry’s energy use.
Clean the lint trap often and don’t over-dry clothes. Using a moisture sensor dryer saves energy and prevents wear on fabrics.
Scrape dishes and use the air-dry setting on your dishwasher. Running only full loads can save 3,000 gallons of water a year.
Match pan size to burner size and cover pots to trap heat. A small pan on a large burner can waste 40% of the heat.
Fats, oils, and grease clog your pipes and pollute streams. Pour them into a container and toss in the trash instead.
Household hazardous waste includes cleaners, batteries, and paint. Buy only what you need and dispose of leftovers at proper collection sites.
Water lawns in the morning to reduce evaporation. If using sprinklers, use larger drops close to the ground, as the water in misters can evaporate…
Collecting rain in barrels saves money and reduces demand on city supplies. Plants thrive on untreated rainwater.
Smart sprinkler controllers adjust for weather and soil conditions. They can save a home more than 7,500 gallons of water a year.