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What is 1% for the Planet?
Project Hive Pet Company is in business to save the bees. The more dog toys and treats they sell, the more bees saved! Their partnership with 1% for the Planet ensures that their donations are legitimate—no greenwashing here! Read this blog post to learn more about...
Help Save the Bees: Transform Your Lawn into Wildflowers
We depend upon bees for so many things that bring joy and comfort to our lives: cotton, coffee, flowers, berries—about 1/3 of our food supply needs bees for pollination! We can all do something to help save the bees. But transforming your lawn into wildflowers does so...
Why “Made in USA” is More Sustainable
Looking for another reason to buy Made-in-the-USA products? This blog post, written by Project Hive Pet Company's fabulous summer intern Zachary Yablon, tells us why it's important to support companies who manufacture their products in the United States. Be part of...
When Does Non-GMO Food Matter?
When does non-GMO food matter for us and our pets? How do you achieve Non-GMO Project Verification? Read about Project Hive Pet Company’s journey and why it’s important.
LEED for Homes 101: Innovation & Regional Priority
This ninth and last article in this LEED for Homes 101 series I wrote for Rise focuses on how a project can earn more points through innovation (and includes some great ideas!) and why it's important to understand your region's natural resources. Whether you're...
LEED for Homes 101: Indoor Environmental Quality
How often have you walked into your own home and noticed a specific smell? With people spending more time at home, indoor air quality is more important than ever. This blog post written for Rise dives into the best practices (according to the USGBC's LEED rating...
LEED for Homes 101: Materials and Resources
Arguably the most interesting section of the LEED rating system, the Materials and Resources section delves into three sustainability topics: Purchasing more environmentally friendly materials Reducing waste associated with new construction and renovations, and...
Why Do We Need to Save the Bees?
Project Hive Pet Company has launched! Project Hive Pet Company is a mission-driven pet company that sells premium dog toys and treats with a mission to save the bees. Why are bees the most important species on the planet? It's not just about honey. It's about our...
LEED for Homes 101: earning Energy & Atmosphere Credits
The sixth article in my LEED for Homes 101 series I wrote for Rise, this article discusses the ins and outs of how to make a home more energy efficient--which saves money and reduces your carbon footprint!
LEED for Homes 101: Energy Efficiency Prerequisites
The fifth in my LEED for Homes series that I write for Rise, in this article I translate all the prerequisites in the Energy & Atmosphere section.
What is Joyful About a Sustainable Home?
September, 2020 When Karin and Kristyn of The Spark Joy Club asked me to be on their Spark Joy podcast, it got me thinking: what is joyful about a sustainable home? Listen through Apple Podcasts online »
The Art of Living Well Podcast
April, 2020 Thanks to Marnie Dachis Marmet and Stephanie May Potter for the fun conversation (which we were able to do in person, pre-quarantine), and for airing their wonderful podcast! Listen online »
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