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Unit 2 Collective Green Tips October 10 Sustainable Practices inspired by Off The Grid Living

Living off the grid is a challenge. It’s an extreme that isn’t for everybody, but we can learn from these experiments and apply that to better practices that just make sense everyday for the environment, your health and your quality of life! Better for the Environment 1. Recycle: It can be challenging and time consuming […]

by Wendy Uhlman, Unit 2 Collective

September 14, 2011

6 Green Tips to Enjoy and Protect the Great Outdoors

There are a number of great ways to live green this summer. Play Outside Get outdoors! Hike, run, play and enjoy nature at local preserves and parks all around the Chicago region. Fertilize Organically Enrich soil using slow-release organic fertilizers. Easy to find at local garden centers. Eat Local Save on gas and support local […]

by Lake Forest Open Lands

June 17, 2011

10 Ways You Can Help The Great Lakes

Want to help with the Great Lakes? Here are 10 different ways:

by Alliance for the Great Lakes

February 16, 2011