More Americans are using air conditioners than ever before—here's what that means for the power grid

American Home Shield used EIA data to show how air conditioning usage has grown since 2005 and how it compares across all 50 states.
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How to plan sustainable community outreach this spring and beyond

(BPT) - A successful business isn't just about profit. Companies can enhance their reputation and show their commitment to social responsibility through community outreach. Within their community, a …

How off-grid solar could fill energy access gaps around the world

Enviro Friendly compiled a list of highlights from the 2022 Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report, developed by the World Bank and its partners.

Leverage the new Inflation Reduction Act to go green and save big

(BPT) - In August 2022, the U.S. government passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a comprehensive energy policy bill that provides a record $370 billion for climate and energy initiatives. The …

3 Energy-Saving Home Improvement Ideas

(Family Features) Energy-efficient appliances are a good starting point as you work to reduce your home's overall energy usage.

Average temperature change in every state for the last 100 years

Stacker compiled data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Centers for Environmental Information to detail the temperature changes over 120 years across every state except Alaska and Hawaii, where data was not available.  
5 Portable Power Station uses prove you don't have to sacrifice power to go green
(BPT) - If you're mindful of your impact on the environment and want to do your part to protect the planet, considering how you can …
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Reduce, reuse, redecorate: Why you should shop pre-owned for furniture this Earth Month (and how to do it like a pro)
(BPT) - Earth Month is the perfect time to think about our impact on our planet, and one way to make a positive difference is by …
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Poking holes in plastics recycling myths: 5 facts you need to know on Earth Day
(BPT) - This Earth Day is the perfect time to review your recycling habits. With so many myths and misconceptions around recycling, …
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How one simple household choice can help make a big environmental impact
(BPT) - Consumers today are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of every single one of their purchasing decisions, causing …
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Are you guilty of ‘wishcycling’?
(BPT) - ‘Wishcycling’ is a buzzword for the act of putting items into a recycling bin and hoping they will be recycled. …
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How long it takes 50 common items to decompose
Teerasak Ladnongkhun // Shutterstock The word "decompose" means "to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler …
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Sustainability in Schools: 7 ideas for engaging students, communities in green initiatives

(Family Features) Teaching earth-friendly behaviors is one aspect, but schools can also take steps to facilitate sustainable practices within the school system and the community. These green changes can make a meaningful and lasting impact.

The Inflation Reduction Act's rollout is bringing green jobs across the US—see the projects happening near you

Stacker cited data from Climate Power to look at green energy and infrastructure projects that have been announced since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act.

Preserving Biodiversity Through Sustainable Development

(Family Features) For the Mexican avocado industry, success depends on the conservation of natural resources, soil, forests and water, which is why it is working to reduce its impact to protect the natural environment. One important priority is supporting biodiversity - the variety of plants and animals in one region or ecosystem - through environmentally friendly and responsible practices.

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These animal climate heroes restore habitats and revive ecosystems
Wildan Al Gifari // Shutterstock You might be surprised to learn just how much of our world is shaped by animals doing unremarkable …
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How climate change is affecting America's national parks
Jacob W. Frank/National Park Service via Getty Images Yellowstone National Park regularly receives over 4 million visitors during …
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10 states with the highest levels of tree cover loss
adamikarl // Shutterstock The United States has lost 44.3 million hectares of tree cover in just the past two decades. A hectare is …
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New tax credits can help you improve your home and transition to clean energy
(BPT) - America has begun the transition to a clean energy future, but what does this mean for you and your family — and what …
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20 of the biggest environmental disasters in history
Sean Gallup // Getty Images Chernobyl, Fukushima, Deepwater Horizon, Exxon Valdez—these names live in the collective global …
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