Green Chamber of the South

07/30/2022

What’s your favorite used book store? Not only are they intriguing places to explore, purchasing used books saves natural resources that are used to produce new books.

07/29/2022

Poaching and deforestation are threatening the world tiger population. Learn more about efforts to protect tigers: https://bit.ly/39jvAq4

Since “Tiger King” first aired, I have done nonstop interviews about the shameful commercial breeding of tigers.

07/27/2022

Recycling paper and magazines is easy and effective! Explore 14 more recycling facts here: https://bit.ly/399UJU8

07/25/2022

The Biden administration has cut in half the amount it charges companies to build wind and solar projects on federal lands, a move designed to encourage development of renewable energy. Read more:

Interior Secretary Deb Haaland said the government would sharply reduce the fees it charges to companies that operate on public lands.

07/21/2022

Did you know? The U.S. dairy has already reduced its carbon footprint by 63%. Sustainability is an important part of being a dairy farmer!

07/19/2022

As food prices rise, reducing your food waste is even more important. Simple steps like freezing fresh fruits or veggies, can make a big difference. Read more:

As food prices rise, reducing your food waste can save you money and help the environment.

07/17/2022

Our favorite emoji is ♻️. What’s yours?

07/15/2022

Today is National Give Something Away Day. Look around – instead of throwing something away, what can you give to a neighbor or friend to be reused? Bonus points if it’s a plant or flower!

07/11/2022

The megatrends with the ever-increasing population have far-reaching implications, including effects on conserving and having enough access to water, food and energy.

07/07/2022

Milk with QR codes might be coming to a store near you! The QR codes better depict how long milk is drinkable and create substantially less agricultural and food waste. Read more:

Milk carton “use-by” dates soon may be a quaint relic. A new Cornell study finds that consumers like QR codes, better depicting how long milk is drinkable – creating less food waste.

07/04/2022

Red, white, blue and… green? Ditch the plastic plates and cutlery this Independence Day and opt for a reusable or a biodegradable option. Show your planet a little love this !

06/28/2022

One way in which we can affect change relatively simply is in the sphere of food waste. According to the USDA, the U.S. wastes between 30% and 40% of its food supply. Read: “The Apps That Can Help Reduce Food Waste”

These apps are helping to reduce food waste and connect consumers to surplus food.