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What Adidas and Parley are doing for the oceans

From making shoes out marine debris to the Run For The Oceans global initiative, this dynamic partnership is tackling plastic pollution in a big way. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JPF3Hz http://bit.ly/2QALAWT

10 great trees for small yards

Even small yards and gardens can be home to a variety of trees to provide fruit, shade, wildlife habitat, or all three. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JRVuCX http://bit.ly/2QALApR

Ultra-processed foods linked to increased risk of death and disease

A pair of studies published this week reveal the significant damage caused by these popular food products. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JPiHpu http://bit.ly/2KfnZdn

Less planning can lead to more rewarding travel

Relinquish the schedule and see what adventures happen. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2QxNOq0 http://bit.ly/2YThXmG

Photo: Humpback whale feeding with the sheerwaters

Our photo of the day comes from California's Central Coast. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JOKyWL http://bit.ly/2wBcrJb

6 meals to fuel a young, busy family

With a packed schedule and limited tools, dinners these days are simpler and faster than ever, but still delicious. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/30Q3qdg http://bit.ly/2wwcB4K

Make your garden irresistible to butterflies with these plants and tips

Entice butterflies to stay, eat, mate and lay eggs in your garden with these plants and tips. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JPc0Uv http://bit.ly/2EHTBEO

Enchanting off-grid floating home can be yours for around $200,000

This inviting, one-bedroom canal boat is in the 600-square-foot range and has all the comforts of home. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2WvTqXn http://bit.ly/2MkrVMx

The dinner table is becoming obsolete in the United States

People prefer to eat elsewhere, apparently. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2HL6csO http://bit.ly/2Mlu62q

Eero Saarinen's TWA terminal is restored, repurposed and reborn as the TWA Hotel

Did we say we hate concrete? Just the new stuff. This kind of concrete should be buffed, polished and treasured. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2WzNUD5 http://bit.ly/2Xfw5X5

Why you should make a 'bliss station'

Blocking out the noise of the world will make you more creative and productive. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2IltPYf http://bit.ly/2QyIgf7

Photo: The knowing gaze of a clearwing moth

Our photo of the day comes from the rainforest of Ecuador. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2QyIcvT http://bit.ly/2wuNHSY

WHO officially recognizes job burnout – here are the symptoms and solutions

The World Health Organization has included job burnout in the 11th Revision of the International Classification of Diseases as an occupational phenomenon. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JOpVKu http://bit.ly/2Kc5HJX

Here's an incredibly simple solution to plastic packaging waste

Remove the water. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2I7ljvz http://bit.ly/2Xj1iZq

Here's what energy drinks do to the heart

Researchers conducted the largest controlled study yet of the effects of energy drinks on the heart and blood pressure in healthy adults. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2HJEDA8 http://bit.ly/2JKxYI5

Why do cyclists break the law?

A new episode of the War on Cars looks at an issue dear to my heart. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2ESoEy3 http://bit.ly/2KcS3pS

Urban Outfitters is launching a clothing rental company

Called Nuuly, its goal is to reach younger shoppers who crave more variety and sustainability in their closets. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2HHaiSS http://bit.ly/2VY2hN6

Elephant poaching declines in Africa, but 15,000 still illegally killed each year

Even though there has been notable progress, at current poaching rates elephants are still in danger of becoming virtually extinct on the continent. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Ka4hzG http://bit.ly/2HHpn6S

Photo: Great gray owl lands with precision

Our photo of the day comes from Calgary, Canada. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JM5lum http://bit.ly/2YViVid

The importance of flexible work hours

Research has shown that disrupting one's natural 'morning lark' or 'night owl' tendency can result in unethical behavior at work. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/30UlkLV http://bit.ly/30OrJs1

Malaysia vows to send plastic waste back to countries of origin

Environment minister called waste importers 'traitors' who don't care about the country's long-term sustainability. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Kjugoz http://bit.ly/2JLWnwQ

10 – Best ways to recycle plastic drinking straws

As we all know, plastic takes hundreds of thousands of years to decompose, during which time its toxic attributes pollute the ecosystems and sometimes even pollutes the scarce groundwater reserves. However, plastic being affordable and water resistant at The post 10 – Best ways to recycle plastic drinking straws appeared first on Ecofriend . from Ecofriend http://bit.ly/2WbJl2j https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The Ontario Beer Store is a model for the circular economy

It's being killed the name of "convenience." from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Wsw6da http://bit.ly/2KiipqP

What do marine mammals drink?

Water, water, every where, Nor any drop to drink? from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JIzSZM http://bit.ly/2griLPg

Would redesigning receipts improve people's dietary choices?

Bubble charts and bar graphs can be real influencers. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2YXq6GX http://bit.ly/2JHTkpB

Why can't we have woonerfs in North America?

Streetfilms shows how a road can in fact be many things, not just a place for cars. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Md06pt http://bit.ly/2Qt6ebz

Fred's Tiny Houses win big sustainability award

There is more to the tiny house movement than just living with less. It can also be a story about resilience, sustainability and adaptablility. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2wvu3Gl http://bit.ly/2ECJuRU

Chernobyl's 'accidental wildlife sanctuary' is thriving with life

In the 30+ years since the disaster zone was evacuated, rare and endangered animals are flourishing. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2QtGnjP http://bit.ly/2XbJf7g

Breakfast (as we know it) is a lie!

Why are we eating cardboard-like cereal and bland yogurt when we could be having a sensational meal? from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JGBUcV http://bit.ly/2I8xJTU

Top 9 green alternatives of plastic

Plastic is the most widely used synthetic non-biodegradable material present in most of the things around you. Whether it is your car, your mobile phone, the computer or even your furniture, life without plastic seems unimaginable! Not only are plastics The post Top 9 green alternatives of plastic appeared first on Ecofriend . from Ecofriend http://bit.ly/2ECWSW2 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Avoid these types of disposable packaging for health reasons

Their impact isn't just environmental; it starts in your body. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2MdswPW http://bit.ly/2ECakcS

Photo: Magnolia bloom reveals a fanciful interior

Our photo of the day comes from Zionsville, Indiana. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2X9HSWL http://bit.ly/2ECpzlI

EPA finally proposes a perchlorate standard, and it's way too high

The chemical is used in rockets and munitions. Priorities! from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JHe6pi http://bit.ly/2VV9tK2

What makes a bike-friendly town?

In which I argue that bike-friendliness should be measured by how well a town caters to its most practical, regular, and vulnerable of users, not tourists. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Md1kB9 http://bit.ly/2WrIUQO

There's more to being comfortable and productive than just temperature

A study suggests we should turn up the heat; it's not so simple. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2W7UfX4 http://bit.ly/2QxhvaY

Farmed salmon isn't naturally pink or red

If it weren't for an added colorant, it would be grey or white like most of the other fish on display at the store. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2YXTrB9 http://bit.ly/2JGn0Dy

25 things you should start adding to your compost pile

If you’re to take composting to the next level, here’s a list of some less-common items that can also get tossed in your composting bin or tumbler. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JGlTUo http://bit.ly/2JGmYvq

How to help get rid of ticks on your property

Or, a lesson in learning to love opossums. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JJohK7 http://bit.ly/2K5RqOV

Gazelle dutch-style e-bikes will eat cars

These are not just bikes with motors, they are an entirely different mobility platform. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2I1VWLC http://bit.ly/2MlygXU

Eco Architecture: Futuristic designer envisions ULDUs for global warming refugees

Eco Factor: Self-sufficient habitat to house global warming refugees underground. With the increase in greenhouse gases and the continuous emissions of harmful gases to suffice the planet’s need for energy and technology, global warming does... The post Eco Architecture: Futuristic designer envisions ULDUs for global warming refugees appeared first on Ecofriend . from Ecofriend http://bit.ly/2K9wpCX https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

50 years from now, what will be for dinner?

Food and agriculture experts share their predictions for meals of the future. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Quktgb http://bit.ly/2K7IPv9

Photo: These fuzzy goslings are everything

Our photo of the day comes from Cranbrook, Canada. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JJUXmG http://bit.ly/2McfCSj

Instagram Ads Lead to More Instagram Followers on your green page

Instagram is a creative and interesting platform with millions of users aboard. It is continuously attracting more and more users and the trend will continue for years to come. It… The post Instagram Ads Lead to More Instagram Followers on your green page appeared first on Ecofriend . from Ecofriend http://bit.ly/2QrWdLy https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Particulate pollution is worse that we knew, and is damaging ‘every organ in the body’

Those little PM2.5 things go everywhere and are killing us. We have to stop them at the source. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2EvHKtn http://bit.ly/2tfIf4H

Nice shades: 7 Fast growing shade trees to slash your electric bill

Planting shade trees will help keep your home and yard cooler in the summer heat, saving you both money and energy, while adding wildlife habitat to the neighborhood. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2qdKNwv http://bit.ly/2VNfVTd

Women's performance at work is affected by room temperature

An intriguing study found that female productivity increases by 27% when temperature goes from 70F to 80F. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2HQWW5b http://bit.ly/2W78z29

'Best If Used By' is the least confusing date label on food

Even the FDA has thrown its support behind this phrase, hoping its use will reduce food waste. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2JC0eN0 http://bit.ly/2M3iiS7

Surprise! Study finds that gas heating is cheaper than electric

That doesn't mean we shouldn't still be trying to electrify everything. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2HOvo0m http://bit.ly/2VZ8ld2

Photo: Pretty swallowtail visits a thistle

Our photo of the day comes from a pretty spot in Florida. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2HVr0Nj http://bit.ly/2W48NHd

How vets used fish skin to help save sweet Stella after a fire

Fighting for her life after narrowly escaping a horrible house fire, doctors used fish skin grafts on the Rottweiler's burns to help save her life. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Qmlx5C http://bit.ly/2WZeX7M

5 – Natural Ways to Increase Testosterone Levels

The most important sex hormone in males is the testosterone. Not only does it drive and regulate a man’s sexual performance and outer appearance, but also helps in building the… The post 5 – Natural Ways to Increase Testosterone Levels appeared first on Ecofriend . from Ecofriend http://bit.ly/2Eu3m9M https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

9 Baking Ingredients You Can Make Yourself

You know those days when you start a baking project only to discover halfway through that you’re missing a key ingredient? We’ve all been there. Rather than waste time and energy — not to mention gas — by running to the grocery store, first check to see if there’s a way you can make that missing ingredient at home. The idea of making your own basic baking staple may seem a bit strange, but imagine the convenience if you can do so by using ingredients you already have in your house. As an added bonus, you might use up something that’s been sitting unused in the back of your pantry. Keep reading to learn how you can take charge of your baking dilemmas with our list of easy substitution recipes. Baking Ingredients Recipes Check out the DIY recipes for these nine baking ingredients. A few of them even include vegan options! Click the links if you’d like to jump ahead. Brown Sugar Powdered Sugar Cake Flour Baking Powder Pumpkin Pie Spice Vegan Sweetened Condensed Milk Evaporated ...

Cross-Laminated Timber used in Portland's B76 building

Everybody is talking about Tall Wood, but Skylab Architecture comes down to earth with a lovely little short building. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2Etb8Rd http://bit.ly/2WnzeH2

Patagonia gave $10m from 'irresponsible tax cut' to eco causes

'Instead of putting the money back into our business, we’re responding by putting $10 million back into the planet. Our home planet needs it more than we do.' from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2YHjOLf http://bit.ly/2HwKDMC

Little Caesar's now offers Impossible vegan sausage topping

It's only available in three U.S. locations right now, but there are plans to expand if successful. from Latest Items from TreeHugger http://bit.ly/2YL7tG6 http://bit.ly/2HxQPnn