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Carbon Labels Cut Environmental Impact of Dining

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

Researchers studied the design of restaurant menus and how adding carbon labels indicating the greenhouse gas emissions per dish affected the choices people might make when dining out.

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Conscious Consumerism: The Rise of Sharing and Reselling

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

Local shared enterprises and secondhand shops are saving people money and reducing the impact of excess consumerism on the environment.

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Back to School with the Planet in Mind

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

This back-to-school season, families have an opportunity to make sustainable decisions as they prepare their children for a successful educational experience.

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Wipe Out Waste: Ask A Meck County Expert - Recycling and Planning for the Future - August 2022

Aug 01, 2022 10:06AM

Bi-monthly Column where Mecklenburg County Solid Waste experts provide updates, educate and answer some of the most frequently asked questions

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Fashion Industry Sustainability Campaigns Fall Short

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM

A recent report finds that environmental certification programs claiming to verify the sustainability of fashion brands facilitate “greenwashing” for the apparel industry.

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The Greening of Packaging: Cleaning and Personal Care Products Go Eco

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheryl DeVore

Consumers are demanding that home cleaning and personal care products come in environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and plastic use.

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Savvy Shopper Tips for the Farmers Market

Jun 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Bob Benenson

Ways to save money on healthy food at farmers markets while supporting the local community.

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