ASK EARTHA: Getting Kids into Climate Action
Dear Eartha, recent news about climate change has got me thinking about my role as a parent and how to teach my kids about environmental stewardship. How can Summit County […]
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ASK EARTHA: Beware of Greenwashing
Dear Eartha, I recently ordered laundry detergent sheets to reduce my plastic consumption, but the items arrived in a giant plastic envelope and the sheets were inside yet another plastic […]
ASK EARTHA: How to Make Your Business More Sustainable
Dear Eartha, I’ve been striving to live more sustainably over the past few years and want to make a better effort at my business. What tips do you have for […]
ASK EARTHA: Local Plastic Bag Bans Are in Effect
Dear Eartha, I keep hearing about this plastic bag ban. How will this impact the businesses I frequent and myself personally? If you’ve shopped at the City Market in Dillon over […]
ASK EARTHA: A Solution for Plastic Pollution
Dear Eartha, it seems impossible to not buy products covered in plastic packaging. It’s so frustrating because most of it is not recyclable. Is there a way out of this […]
ASK EARTHA: What’s Going On With Lake Mead?
Dear Eartha, I came across a recent headline that said Lake Mead is experiencing a historic water shortage – what’s going on!? There’s no question about it – the West […]
ASK EARTHA: Reduce Food Waste while Supporting your Neighbors
Dear Eartha, The kale I planted in my garden is going crazy, and there’s no way I can eat it all. There’s no issue with me composting it, right? Congrats […]
ASK EARTHA: How to Efficiently Cool Your Home
Dear Eartha, Is it just me, or does it feel hotter this summer? Am I crazy for thinking about getting an air conditioner? As rapper Nelly presaged, “It’s getting hot […]
ASK EARTHA: What we are Losing to Climate Crisis
Dear Eartha, I know that changes to the climate are real but they’re not really affecting my life. (I love this warmer weather!) What do I really have to lose? […]
Ask Eartha: What’s Up with Carton Recycling?
Dear Eartha, I’ve noticed that there is a new container at the drop-off centers for food and beverage cartons. How can I tell what is a recyclable carton? Do these […]
