The Deep Litter Method: A Guide to a Healthier, Self-Composting Chicken Coop For backyard poultry enthusiasts, the chore of cleaning the coop is often the least glamorous part of the job, but there was a method that not only reduced your cleaning workload while also created a healthier environment for your flock, provided...

Composting Chicken Waste: Tips, Tricks, and Advice If you have chickens, you have to deal with their waste. Composting chicken waste is an excellent way to recycle valuable nutrients back into your garden, improving soil health and reducing waste. Here’s a comprehensive guide with tips, tricks, advice, and recommended...

Solar leases lure homeowners in with the promise of “no upfront costs” and guaranteed savings, but the fine print reveals a different story! Over time, leasing can cost more than buying, restrict your control, and lock you out of solar’s biggest financial benefits.Here are several common misconceptions...

If you’ve been considering going solar, now is the moment to act. Between rising utility rates, powerful financial incentives, and the urgent need for clean energy, there has never been a better time to take control of your power and your future by installing solar panels with battery backup. 🔋 Own It, Don’t Lease It When...

Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreens: What You Should Know About Health, Safety, and the Environment Not all sun protection is created equal. The two main types of sunscreens: mineral (barrier) and chemical. They function differently, impact the body in different ways, and have very different effects on marine life. Understanding...

Saving money is only half the battle—what you do with those savings can have a significant impact on your financial future. Whether you’re looking to build wealth, achieve financial security, or create passive income, the key is to maximize your savings and put them to work. Here’s how to do it efficiently and effectively....

Have you ever looked around your home and thought, “Why do I still have this?”  Whether it’s old furniture, unused gadgets, or clothes that no longer fit, clutter has a way of piling up. But here’s the good news: selling your unwanted items doesn’t just free up space—it helps the environment, puts cash in your pocket, helps...

Imagine a world with clean air, thriving wildlife, and sustainable communities. Every small action adds up to a healthier planet. You have the power to help create it! 🌍💚 We’ll break down 10 surprisingly simple (but powerful!) ways you can help build an eco-friendly world—starting today. No extreme lifestyle changes required...

DEADLY PFAS What Are PFAS? Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of over 15,000 synthetic chemicals characterized by their strong carbon-fluorine bonds, making them highly resistant to heat, water, oil, and degradation. This group of synthetic chemicals has used in industrial and consumer products since...

Japan’s Breakthrough: A Plastic That Dissolves in Seawater and Enriches Soil​ source In a significant stride towards combating plastic pollution, researchers at Japan’s RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS), in collaboration with the University of Tokyo and Eindhoven University of Technology, have...