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Breathe Easier: Hamburg Gets Serious About Diesel Fumes

Oct 31, 2018

Germany’s second-largest city is restricting diesel-powered vehicle from portions of two major streets, with exemptions for new, cleaner models.

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Rebirthing Books: New Life for Old Friends

Oct 31, 2018

Rather than letting books collect dust at home, we can donate them to local, national and international efforts that redistribute them to readers and underfunded libraries worldwide.

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Plastic Pushback: Countries Ban Single-Use Plastics

Oct 31, 2018

The Bahamas is joining such countries as Antigua, Belize, Kenya and the United Kingdom in moving to ban plastics linked to marine litter.

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Volunteer Restoration Work: Offers Chance to Learn and Get Exercise

Oct 28, 2018 ● By Sheryl DeVore

Cold weather is approaching, and for restoration volunteers, that means it’s time to remove non-native plants in the region’s natural areas.

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Corporate Conscience: Leading Food Companies Aim to Slash Energy Footprints

Sep 28, 2018

McDonald’s plans to lower its greenhouse gas emissions by 165 million tons in 12 years, and Anheuser-Busch and Budweiser beer plans to wholly rely on renewable sources for energy in seven years.

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Debris Drop-Off: Plastic Bag Deterrents Working in European Waters

Sep 28, 2018

The number of plastic bags in waters around Norway, Germany, northern France and Ireland has dropped by 30 percent following those countries setting fees on bags.

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Last Straw: Groups Work to Make U.S. Go Strawless

Sep 28, 2018

To end the pollution caused by 500 million discarded plastic straws daily in the U.S., eateries are forgoing them, cities are banning them, and groups are selling bamboo and silicone replacements.

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The Rise of Blue Zones in America: Places that Encourage Healthy Living

Sep 28, 2018 ● By Avery Mack

Blue Zone cities nationwide are making life for their citizens longer and better by encouraging healthy eating, regular exercise and activities that further connection.

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Zero Waste Lifestyle: Ways to Make Far Less Trash

Aug 31, 2018 ● By Avery Mack

Light-years beyond the idea of basic decluttering is the concept of zero waste, which means adopting everyday strategies like halting junk mail and adopting gently used, pre-loved items in order to live lightly on the planet.

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Sunny Success: New Solar Capacity Outpaced Other Fuel Sources

Aug 31, 2018

Investors worldwide invested more in solar power than in any other single energy technology in 2017.

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Flower Power: Farms Test Low-Tech Pesticide Alternative

Aug 31, 2018

British farmers are planting wildflowers to understand if the presence of pest-eating insects can make their use of pesticide a last rather than first resort.

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After Plastic: New Eco-Packaging Options Underway

Aug 31, 2018

As leading industries turn their attention to adopt sustainable principles, engineers and inventors are developing product packaging bioplastics that readily degrade.

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Green Shoes: Being Sustainable Down to Our Soles

Aug 31, 2018

Living an eco-lifestyle extends to the shoes on our feet, with strategies that include better maintenance, eco-friendly materials and sustainability-savvy shoemakers.

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Hyperloop Hyper-Speed: Innovative Shortcut to Faster Travel

Jul 31, 2018

Plans are underway in Europe for a vacuum-tube mode of transport capable of zooming people and freight safely overland at 700 miles per hour.

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Plog On: Picking Up Litter While Jogging Becomes a Winning Trend

Jul 31, 2018

Plogging, Sweden’s latest fitness craze, is catching on in Europe and the U.S., as joggers not only clean up trash but also burn more calories in the process.

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Rethinking Toiletries: Using Less Saves Both Money and the Planet

Jul 31, 2018

It’s easy to load up on pricey personal care products that ultimately get little use, but a few key strategies can simplify daily life as well lower expenses and waste.

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Waste No Water: Communities Get Creative in Urging Conservation

Jul 31, 2018 ● By April Thompson

As potable water gets scarcer worldwide, American communities are creatively exploring ways to encourage people to be always water wise.

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Carotid Artery Disease Screening

Jul 28, 2018

FreshSkin Medical Spa & Wellness Center, in Highland Park, is conducting carotid artery disease screenings for those at risk for atherosclerosis or that have a family history of stroke or heart disease.

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Free, Family-Friendly Nature Activities : Close to Home

Jul 28, 2018 ● By Sheryl DeVore

This August, visit a local natural area to enjoy free, educational and fun outdoor experiences with youngsters before school starts.

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Art that Inspires Action: Artists Work to Save Nature’s Beauty

Jun 29, 2018 ● By Avery Mack

By using marine debris, steel, twigs and even snow, artists are incorporating the natural world into their work while simultaneously sending out an SOS from the planet.

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Juy 2026 Issue - Good Vibes, Great Outdoors

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Natural Awakenings Chicago July 2026 magazine cover featuring fresh strawberries with the headline “Good Vibes, Great Outdoors” and stories on outdoor wellness, pickleball fitness, vibrant summer salads, sustainable backyard water features and exploring Indiana Dunes.
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