Forget about dogs- trees are man’s best friend. Trees improve air quality, reduce stormwater runoff, and harbor wildlife. Everyone always feels a sense of guilt when printing out something that requires a lot of paper. So, why not learn more about these plants we all love? Well now is your chance!
Ever felt like your voice can’t be heard? Not anymore. Speak your mind or learn new information on the environmental issues in Fairfax County tomorrow night at the EQAC public hearing!
The Environmental Quality Advisory Council (EQAC) will be holding its annual public hearing on the environment on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 7:30 PM. [...]
The presents have been unwrapped. Stockings unstuffed. The holiday feasts have been digested. This year’s holiday season is coming to a bittersweet end, as we move onto the next stage of life and a new year of growth. But what are we going to do with all the junk leftover? There’s the endless amount [...]
6 more days until Christmas?! Wow, how the days have flown! By now, we all have made sure to get the gifts for our close relatives and friends. Yet somehow, every year, there always seems to be that one person who slips by in your mind. Instead of rushing to Walmart, this year, give that [...]
It is generally agreed that giving gift cards to close relatives or spouses on Christmas can be somewhat, well, tacky. It isn’t really meaningful, plus it shows how well you don’t know the person by saying, ‘Hey, I’m too lazy to actually take the time to buy you a gift, so you go do it.’ [...]
The Christmas tree is a necessity in any Christmas celebrating home, a symbol of hope and life, and a beautiful sight that, once lit, has the power to stop passersby in their tracks. It is also the spark for one of the longest-running debates among enviro-groups around the world. While choosing to purchase an [...]
This is an interesting graphic about the costs associated with bottled water. In a county where the tap water is top rated, why do we keep buying it in bottles? If the costs around buying bottled water aren’t enough, how about all the trash the plastic, one use bottles generate? [...]
Thanksgiving is one of America’s beloved holidays, filled with tradition, family, and of course, great food. But this Thanksgiving, consider turning over a new leaf and starting your own tradition- a green Thanksgiving! The following are tips that not only preserve the wonderful spirit of the holiday, but also give extra meaning by reducing the [...]
Since 1997, communities across the country have come together on November 15 to celebrate America Recycles Day. More than a celebration, America Recycles Day is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to the promotion of recycling in the United States. One day to educate and motivate. One day to get [...]
