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• Petrochemicals: How They Affect People + Planet

  Last Updated on February 6, 2026 Have you ever heard of Cancer Alley? It’s an ~85-mile stretch along the banks of the Mississippi River where communities exist beside ~200 fossil fuel and petrochemical operations.  Residents of Cancer Alley are exposed to more than 10x the level of health risk from hazardous air pollutants than people living elsewhere in the state. And it’s worth mentioning the residents exposed are mostly BIPOC and low-income communities.   But...

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• Can You Recycle Computers?

  Last Updated on January 21, 2026 Picture this: Your laptop of three years decides it’s going to conk out. What’s the most sustainable solution? Seeing if you can get it repaired, of course.  Fighting planned obsolescence is a full time job, and it occurs with way more than just electronics.  But lets say you can’t repair your laptop for some unforeseeable reason…what then? You recycle it of course.   Computers don’t belong in landfills,...

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• What is Planned Obsolescence? +6 Ways to Combat It

  Last Updated on December 19, 2025 If you’ve ever bought an electronic only for it to short out prematurely, congratulations: You’ve met planned obsolescence.   And planned obsolescence isn’t just for electronics. It’s factored into everything we buy – including our clothes and furniture. But what exactly is planned obsolescence, and how can you avoid it?  In truth, it’s hard to avoid – but there are ways we can fight back. Here’s everything you need to know...

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• Eco Friendly Gifts: Sustainable Gift Guide 2025

  Last Updated on December 3, 2025 It’s that time of year again – I’m so excited to share my favorite eco friendly gifts in this 2025 sustainable gift guide! I love writing these guides every year because both my mother and I have the love language of gifts, and sustainable gifts make this even better! Choosing eco friendly gifts for...

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• 30+ Zero Waste and Eco Friendly Stocking Stuffers

  Last Updated on December 3, 2025 Stockings are always my absolute favorite part about the holiday season, so I had to create a guide for this year’s hottest zero waste and eco friendly stocking stuffers. Filling up stockings with small sustainable gifts is sure to make the holiday season memorable! The best part about picking out Christmas stocking stuffers is...

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