Green Chamber of the South

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.

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

We must redouble our efforts to save wild tigers Since “Tiger King” first aired, I have done nonstop interviews about the shameful commercial breeding of tigers.

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

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:

Biden Administration to Cut Costs for Wind and Solar Energy Projects Interior Secretary Deb Haaland said the government would sharply reduce the fees it charges to companies that operate on public lands.

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!

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:

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

Our favorite emoji is ♻️. What’s yours?

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!

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

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:

Consumers embrace milk carton QR codes, may cut food waste | Cornell Chronicle 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.

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 !

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”

The Apps That Can Help Reduce Food Waste These apps are helping to reduce food waste and connect consumers to surplus food.