Here are some sites which promote environmental awareness. Feel free to suggest additional “green” sites by sending a note to info@brightsphere.com. Thank you for promoting environmental awareness and sustainability. See notes below.
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| Category | Information and links |
|---|---|
| Asbestos recycling | An online resource for victims suffering from asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma: asbestos.net/asbestos/recycling |
| Audubon Society | audubon.org – The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. |
| Best Buy Electronics and Appliances Recycling (Thanks for the green link, Peyton!) | bestbuy.com/site/clp/recycling |
| California Association of Environmental Professionals | califaep.org |
| Composting: A Complete Guide to Composting for Kids | quiethut.com/composting-for-kids |
| Composting for kids | Composting is fun, easy, and a perfect opportunity to teach children about Biology, Health, Nutrition, Agriculture, Sustainability, and much more. Visit "Composting For Kids – Guide For Spring/Summer 2020" here: tradesmencosts.co.uk/composting-for-kids-guide |
| Composting: step-by-step guide | The Ultimate Step by Step Guide for Composting: thereviewsinsider.com/guide-for-composting/ |
| Cooking oil disposal, pickup and recycling | Used Cooking Oil Disposal: darpro-solutions.com/restaurant-supermarket-solutions/used-cooking-oil-collection-pickup-recycling. DAR PRO Solutions is a one-stop-shop for sustainably recycling used grease/cooking oil. DAR PRO repurposes used cooking oil and meat byproducts throughout the United States into renewable biofuels, animal feed ingredients, and other household and industrial resources. |
| Earth Day | www.earthday.org – On April 22, Earth Day Goes Digital |
| Earth Day – Kid Friendly | 8 Ways to Have a Kid-Friendly Earth Day saveonenergy.com/learning-center/post/8-ways-teach-kids-save-energy-earth-day |
| Earth Island Institute | earthisland.org – Earth Island Institute supports environmental action projects and helps foster the next generation of environmental leaders in order to achieve solutions to the crises threatening the survival of life on Earth. |
| EarthTrends | earthtrends.wri.org |
| Electric bikes and electric scooters | Wheelsity LTD is a UK-based company that manufactures and trades electric bikes & electric scooters internationally. Visit the Wheelsity's blog at wheelsity.com/blog and Wheelcity's Facebook page at facebook.com/pg/wheelsity |
| Electric cars | Electric cars: Your Mechanic yourmechanic.com/article/electric-cars-and-how-they-work-by-maddy-martin How electric cars work and the benefits of EV/hybrid technologies |
| Electric cars | The Beginner's Guide to Driving Electric Cars exchangeandmart.co.uk/electric-cars-guide History, environmental impact, health benefits, brands and models, comparison to gas, diesel and hybrid engines, battery life, government grant, etc. |
| Electric car and hybrid car insurance | Compare insurance rates for electric and hybrid cars: GoCompare |
| Electricity Plans (Thanks for the green links, Rebecca) | Earth Day Activities plus a Carbon Footprint Worksheet. https://electricityplans.com/13-fun-earth-day-activities/ 6 Tips for Raising Energy Smart Kids – easy ways to incorporate energy efficiency learning into everyday life. https://electricityplans.com/6-tips-for-raising-energy-smart-kids/ What is a Kilowatt Hour and What Can it Power – energy measurement basics, plus how to calculate electricity usage around the home. https://electricityplans.com/kwh-kilowatt-hour-can-power/ |
| Environmental Awareness and Sustainability | From Maryville University: The Importance of Environmental Awareness and Sustainability When Running a Business – online.maryville.edu/blog/importance-of-environmental-awareness-when-running-a-business |
| Environmental Defense Fund | edf.org |
| Environmental issues (thanks to Kait for the green link) | From Plastic Pollution to Global Warming: Top Environmental Issues We're Facing Today: bottlestore.com/environmentalissues |
| Environmental Kids Club (at EPA) | epa.gov/students |
| EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) | epa.gov epa.gov/climatechange |
| Finding and Organizing Green Storage | yourstoragefinder.com/eco-friendly-storage-tips |
| Getting Started with Green Living | sustainablebabysteps.com/definition-of-green-living.html |
| Global Environmental Technologies | New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization – nedo.go.jp/english/ |
| Green Investing | Types of investments that qualify as green, with actionable ways the average person can leverage their money to help the environment. https://turbo.intuit.com/blog/investments/green-investing-4451/ |
| Green Kids, Green Corps: Save-the-planet tips for youth | Book: True-Green-Kids-Things-Planet by Kim Mckay and Jenny Bonnin (Author) Project guide: sciencenetlinks.com/lessons/true-green-kids-100-things-you-can-do-to-save-the-planet |
| Green Modifications for the Home | homecity.com/going-green-a-guide-to-eco-friendly-home-modifications |
| GreenPeace | greenpeace.org/usa/ |
| Green Parenting guide | parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/green/the-ultimate-guide-to-green-parenting/ |
| The Green Writer: professional newsletters, email campaigns and blogging | Balaka Ghosal is a “green writer" who can assist you with your sustainability initiatives. See her articles on environment and the circular economy here: thegreenwriter.com/category/green-blog |
| Home decor that is sustainable, ethical and eco-friendly | Ethical design, sustainable design, vegan design, and specific tips and products for ethical and sustainable design and paint options. https://www.fivestarpainting.com/blog/2019/november/sustainable-home-decor-guide-ethical-and-eco-fri/ |
| Home Energy Conservation for Kids | homeadvisor.com/r/home-energy-conservation-for-kids |
| Home Improvements that are Eco-Friendly | As homeowners have become more aware of environmental concerns, many have opted for eco-friendly home improvements. Our experts highlight conscious steps that homeowners can take during the remodeling process to become more environmentally friendly on a budget while adding value to their homes and making a positive impact on the world's energy consumption. www.bankrate.com/loans/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/ |
| Home insulation and energy efficiency | Home Insulation & Energy Efficiency Guide buildingmaterials.co.uk/resources/home-insulation-guide |
| Loans for Energy Efficient Tax Credits | A Guide to Green Loans and Energy Efficient Tax Credits (Rider University) |
| Mattress safety and disposal: HealthySleepy.com | healthysleepy.com/mattress-disposal – A guide for people wanting to know how and where to dispose of their mattresses, as well as the costs of mattress removal and recycling. |
| Mattress safety and disposal: BestMattressReviews.com | |
| Mattresses: green certifications and recycling: Tuck.com | |
| Mesothelioma cancer: asbestos in the home | Guide to Asbestos in the Home: Homes built before the 1980s could expose homeowners, their families and others to asbestos possibly hiding in cement, floor tiles, insulation, walls and pipes. Our Guide to Asbestos in the Home can help protect you and others from exposure and the risk of mesothelioma cancer. www.asbestos.com/exposure/home |
| Mesothelioma cancer | MesotheliomaLawyerCenter.org provides visitors with comprehensive mesothelioma cancer information, and helps asbestos victims recover money for medical treatment and other expenses. |
| Minimalist green lifestyle; declutter rooms in your home | Now that we're spending more time at home, it's the perfect opportunity to be eco-friendly, declutter, and simplify. This visual guide highlights 10 tips that promote a green, minimalist lifestyle like making space for your favorite things and digitizing books. blog.mint.com/minimalist-lifestyle/minimalist-lifestyle-tips |
| Nature's Classroom | A program for students and teachers to experience education from another perspective, outside the walls of the classroom – naturesclassroom.org |
| Office Space – going green (Thanks for the green link, Anne!) | 5 Benefits of having a Green Office Space atriumproperties.net/5-benefits-of-having-a-green-office-space |
| Paper: how to reduce usage and waste | This "Reducing Paper Consumption" article explains how the use of e-documents and e-signature signing can help reduce overall paper waste, reduce vehicle emissions, and alleviate paper storage concerns www.onespan.com/blog/reducing-paper-consumption-and-saving-planet-one-e-signature-time |
| Polar Bears | Polar Bears International's mission is to conserve polar bears and the sea ice they depend on. Visit polarbearsinternational.org |
| Recycling – a comprehensive guide | A Comprehensive Recycling Guide: www.publicrecordsreviews.com/education-center/comprehensive-recycling-guide. Recycling 101: How & Why You Should Recycle thehubpost.com/recycling-101-how-why-you-should-recycle/ (Links submitted by Edelyn C.) |
| Recycle Anything – How To | personalcreations.com/blog/how-to-recycle-anything |
| Recycling guide | A Guide To Eco-Friendly Recycling By BankEditor: www.bankeditor.com/recycling-guide. Contents include: • A Brief History Of Recycling in America • Why Recycling Is Important • What To Recycle and How To Do It Right • The Benefits of Recycling • How To Up Your Recycling Game • Recycling Trivia |
| Recycling Home Components | calgary.com/home-component-recycling-guide |
| Recycling: Kid’s Guide to Reducing, Reusing & Recycling Waste | homeadvisor.com/r/reduce-reuse-recycle-for-kids |
| Recycling motor vehicles (cars) | A comprehensive car recycling guide: https://www.junkcarmedics.com/blog/car-recycling/ Vehicle Recycling: An Eco-Friendly Alternative |
| Recycling home appliances | Link sent by Tyler from GreenTeensClub.org – basementguides.com/recycling-appliances-guide |
| Recycling and disposal of deck lights | Guide For Deck Lights Disposal And Recycling: www.decksdirect.com/deck-lights-disposal-recycling |
| Recycling of Electronics and Appliances at Best Buy (Thanks for the green link, Peyton!) | bestbuy.com/site/clp/recycling |
| Renewable Energy World | renewableenergyworld.com |
| Shopping Green for Your Pet | retailmenot.com/blog/shopping-green-for-your-pet.html |
| Sierra Club | sierraclub.org – The Sierra Club is one of the most enduring and influential grassroots environmental organizations in the United States, defending everyone’s right to a healthy world. |
| Solar energy | Best Solar Energy Companies Based on In-Depth Reviews: consumersadvocate.org/solar-energy |
| Stain removal, eco-friendly | 15 Eco-Friendly Hacks to Eliminate Obnoxious Stains https://tommyjohn.com/blogs/news/eco-friendly-stain-remover |
| Sustainability: educational programs | The definition of “sustainability” is the study of how natural systems function, remain diverse and produce everything it needs for the ecology to remain in balance. See our article "What Is Sustainability and Why Is It Important? |
| Sustainability guides for college students | Thanks to Lucas from Lake Jennings Troop 325 for sending us a green link to this college student's guide on how to live sustainably on campus (while remaining on a budget): couponfollow.com/research/sustainability-guide Also see "15 Easy Ways Students Can Go Green": fastweb.com/student-life/articles/the-15-easy-ways-students-can-go-green Here is an "Outdoor Action Sustainability Guide" from Princeton University: princeton.edu/~oa/sustainability/OutdoorActionSustainabilityGuide-Web.pdf |
| Sustainable shopping | Sustainable Me, from BBC Earth: bbcearth.com/sustainable-me. If you’re feeling inspired to make a difference, why not make a #SustainableMe pledge on social media and commit to being a more conscious shopper? |
| Sustainable living that is affordable | Sustainable Living without Breaking the Bank: How to do it. creditcards.com/credit-card-news/sustainable-living-on-a-budget.php |
| Thrifting | Thrifting is a better, eco-friendly alternative to recycling as it involves reusing preloved products. Here is an in-depth guide to thrifting: thrifting.io |
| Water conservation | mrrooter.ca/about/expert-tips/water-conservation/drip-calculator – Mr. Rooter's Water Waste Calculator is a water conservation tool that calculates how many liters of water faucet leaks waste per day. Conserving Water – greenteensclub.org/conserving-water |
NOTES: There are many ways to obtain reviews of non-profit and for-profit groups, companies and initiatives. A reputable website which fact-checks the influencers of public policy on a wide range of subjects (including environment and sustainability) is InfluenceWatch.org. Most environmental groups simply seek to educate people about what is good for us and our planet.Some environmental groups are politically driven, urging various levels of government to enact legislation that will protect us (that is what is meant by being an “influencer). Some groups might be regarded as excessively profit-motivated.Use CharityNavigator.org to check the financial health, accountability and transparency of organizations.
Use your own good judgment in determining the reputation of websites that you visit. Feel free to write to me to report any sites listed here that you feel are suspect.
Thank you. – Richard Schletty
