Green Junction: From fracking to meat processing Amidst the global water crises, our modern society continues to use and pollute staggering amounts of fresh water. This is particularly alarming considering the significant role of fresh water in numerous industrial processes. From fracking to meat processing, and even recycling, these industries consume millions of gallons of... Continue Reading →
Green Junction by Julie Peller, Ph.D. ~ perfect green lawn protects wildlife
Green Junction Fortune magazine published an article in 2023 titled "People painting their lawns is only the latest twist in the long strange American pursuit of perfect grass." A 2022 BBC article titled "The strange appeal of garden lawns" begins by stating, "Many of us create or maintain lawns without giving it a second thought.... Continue Reading →
Earth Day~Green Junction: by Julie Peller Ph.D.
Green Junction Earth Day 2024 is April 22nd and is being celebrated in numerous ways. According to earthday.org, this day "is a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future." This year's theme is PLANET VS PLASTICS, which is appropriate... Continue Reading →
Green Junction: Recyclables should not be put in plastic bags By Julie Peller, Ph.D.
Green Junction: Recyclables should not be put in plastic bags The recycling of many ordinary glass, paper, and metal products is a powerful tool in our hands. It keeps these materials in circulation, significantly reducing the need for mining, manufacturing, and the associated damaging pollutants. While there are a number of glass, paper and metals that... Continue Reading →
Green Junction: recycling is part of our life! By Julie Peller, Ph.D.
Green JunctionRecycling is vital to the multifaceted strategy required for dealing with our used stuff - our garbage. Much of our stuff should be viewed as valuable resources instead of garbage. Recycling is a way to keep those resources in circulation and reduce waste. According to the latest data (2018) tracked by the US EPA,... Continue Reading →
Green Junction: Planting season is upon us. by Julie Peller Ph.D.
In many geographic regions, it is (or near) planting seeds season! For professionals and non-professionals in the gardening world, there have been some shifts in the planting season over the past several years. In response to our warming planet, the USDA updated its plant hardiness zone map this past November. About half of the country... Continue Reading →
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