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Science

These toxic chemicals hurt the environment and human health

Written by Oscar Collins January 10, 2023January 25, 2023

How VOCs impact human health and environment

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emissions from ordinary household goods. Sources include paint, cleaning products, gasoline, and flooring. Side effects depend on the amount of exposure and VOC concentration in the room. Long-term exposure can lead to liver and kidney damage and problems with the central nervous system. Experts are concerned with VOCs in the air because they form ground-level ozone during reactions with nitrogen oxide. Some products are more friendly to humans and the environment because they reduce the impact of VOCs. Dig deeper → 5 min

Lifestyle

14 Sustainable & Ethical Cleaning Products For A Non-toxic Home

Written by Jared Wolf August 1, 2022January 29, 2024

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Sustainability, in all forms, helps preserve our environment and natural resources, supports social and economic equity, and promotes public health. In the context of finding sustainable and ethical cleaning products, sustainability refers to both the product's environmental impact and the health effects of its use.

Cleaning is an essential part of life, but it doesn't have to be toxic. Several sustainable and ethical cleaning products on the market can help keep your home clean without harming the environment or your health. Here are 14 sustainable and ethical cleaning products you can find online for a clean, non-toxic home.

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Energy and Environment

Why regenerative agriculture is better than traditional farming

Written by Jared Wolf July 20, 2022June 20, 2023

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Benefits of regenerative agriculture:

Healthier soil
Better water management
Promotes biodiversity
Increased yields
Animal welfare

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Business

Diving deep into the sustainability of plant milk

Written by Jared Wolf March 2, 2021February 6, 2023

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The scoop: All plant milk is more sustainable than dairy milk. But that doesn't mean all plant milks are sustainable.

SR's favorites:

Pea milk: protein-rich, noninvasive crop, good taste.
Hemp/flax seed milk: nutritious and low emission-based.
Hazelnut milk: tastes great in a cup of coffee, pollinates naturally, grows on trees.

Bottom line: Every company has a different process, but we can draw conclusions about the sustainability of certain crops. As consumer interest in plant milk keeps growing, it's important to distinguish good labels from bad labels.

The best best thing you can do is make your own plant milk at home. Just take your favorite organic, fair-trade nut or seed and mix it with water in a blender. Details in the article!

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