Today, just 13 crops provide 80 percent of our food, but those plants may not thrive in a hotter climate. Science News reports on six food sources that may provide alternatives in the future. (Photo: Cottonbro, via Pexels)
A big step, but the climate bill won’t save the planet
With the Inflation Reduction Act signed into law, the United States took the biggest step in decades to help stall climate change, but much more is needed. Rolling Stone magazine provides an in-depth analysis. (Photo: Takver, Creative Commons)
‘Why I drive 5 miles an hour under the speed limit’
In a culture where it seems everybody speeds, Jen Rose Smith is an outlier. But there are moral, financial and public health reasons for doing so, she explains in this essay for the Sierra Club. (Photo: Lilartsy, Pexels)
June’s US Climate Report shows increasing drought
The US drought continues. Last month was the 12th driest in the 128-year history of records, and the 15th warmest. Check out the report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (Photo: nccmrm97, Creative Commons)
How to cut down on energy use for air conditioning
For many of us, air conditioning is a downright necessity — and a costly one that uses energy and contributes to climate change. But with some simple steps you can reduce your energy use. The Refrigeration School
10 ways to cut down on your plastic consumption
Plastic presents a growing environmental problem, with some 448 million tons produced annually. What can you do? As a steward of the environment, you can reduce your plastic consumption — and help others to do so! From BethesdaGreen. (Photo: Kate Ter Haar, Creative Commons)
Old-fashioned clotheslines save money, help the earth
Some 90 percent of American homes have clothes dryers that use an enormous amount of energy. A clothesline can save money – and save tons of greenhouse gases from going into the air. Green Living Tips explains. (Photo: Omar Ramadan, Pexels)
Evangelical climate scientist sees hope in latest UN report
Noted evangelical climate scientist Katherine Hayhoe says the recent report from the UN climate change panel is clear about what is going wrong with our climate, but it also shows a path forward. She is interviewed by Religion News Service
A beginner’s guide to home composting food waste
What could be more natural than composting food waste? It turns scraps into nutrients for other plants. Talk about your cycle of life! Helpmecompost.com tells you how to get going. (Photo: Oregon State University, Creative Commons)
Food waste is a big problem that you can help solve
An astounding 30 to 40 percent of the US food supply gets wasted. What a shame in a world where so many people are hungry. The US Food and Drug Administration suggests these tips to help us read our national goal of halving it by 2030. (Photo: Gareth Willey, Pexels.com)
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