Tag: environment | Natural Awakenings Charlotte

Wipe Out Waste: Ask A Meck County Expert - Give More By Using Less This Holiday Season

Nov 29, 2024 09:42AM

The average U.S. household produces 30 percent more waste during the holiday season

Charlotte Area Claudia Josephine Design Accepting New Clients

Nov 29, 2024 09:34AM

Starting in January 2025, Claudia Josephine Design will begin welcoming new clients for comprehensive interior design services

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Smith Environmental Solutions Offers Discount for Services

Nov 29, 2024 09:33AM ● By Shannon Mc Kenzie

Smith Environmental Solutions is offering readers 10 percent off their services through this month and for a limited time in 2025

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Sustain Charlotte to Hold 10th Annual Biketoberfest

Sep 30, 2024 11:37AM

Sustain Charlotte will hold its 10th annual Biketoberfest on October 27

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Navigating Real Estate Amidst a Surge in Separations and Divorces

Aug 30, 2024 09:35AM

Rather than seeking complete independence, former spouses are actively involved in each other’s housing decisions for their children’s benefit.

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Savoring the Seasons: The Joy of Eating Local

Jun 28, 2024 09:38AM ● By Erin Hostetler

In North Carolina, we are fortunate to grow our own food year-round, though not all foods thrive simultaneously

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Roundup Presents Multiples Risks

Jun 28, 2024 09:36AM ● By Alan Corder

Its active ingredient, glyphosate, is effective at killing weeds, but concerns about its safety have sparked significant debate and research, revealing numerous potential dangers

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Green Profiles 2024

Apr 01, 2024 10:22AM

Charlotte Area conscientious businesses and organizations striving to protect the environment and help us reduce our collective carbon footprint

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Explore the Trail Town of Elkin

Mar 30, 2024 01:54PM ● By Logan Haynes

The town of Elkin maintains an authentic Trail Town character

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Sustain Charlotte Holds Annual Awards Event

Mar 30, 2024 01:02PM

The 2024 Sustain Charlotte Awards, a night of dinner, inspiring stories and celebration of the achievements of local leaders and the issues that shape the sustainability of our region, will be on April 24 at The Revelry, in Charlotte

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The Schiele Museum of Natural History in Gastonia Hosts Two Special Events

Mar 30, 2024 12:33PM

Flower Power, an Earth Day celebration, will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 20 and Strawberry Jamboree will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 4 on the Shiele’s Farm

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Sustain Charlotte Petition for Greater Funding of Resources

Mar 30, 2024 12:21PM

Sustain Charlotte is circulating a petition asking the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners to fully fund greenways, parks, nature preserves and recreation centers

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Just Say No To Neonicotinoids

Feb 29, 2024 09:45AM ● By Jennifer Hankey

"Be sure to avoid any plants (particularly those meant for pollinators) that are treated with neonicotinoids," says Jennifer Hankey, owner of Green Queen Pest & Cleaning in Charlotte

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Pollinators Are Not Pests

Feb 29, 2024 09:35AM ● By Justin Orders

According to Charlotte's Justin Orders, "Beekeepers with acres of land or those living in a city apartment all have the responsibility and opportunity to help pollinators."

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Turmerry Bedding Store Opens in Charlotte

Dec 30, 2023 12:17PM

Turmerry offer GOLS-certified organic latex products that have been highly rated by Forbes, The Spruce, Wired, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Business Insider and other publications along with the Sleep Foundation

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Wood Furniture Scorecard Rates Responsible Business Practices

Dec 01, 2023 10:00AM

The nonprofits Sustainable Furnishings Council, located in North Carolina, and National Wildlife Federation Release the 2023 Wood Furniture Scorecard

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Now Anyone Can Be a Farmer

Oct 31, 2023 10:47AM ● By Martin Miron

The Patio Farmer, in Charlotte, teaches people how to grow food at home in whatever space they have

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