WHO KNEW that We Can Help Reverse the Decline of Our Pollinators?
Some of us remember when car windshields were regularly coated with masses of dead bugs. It isn’t that improved car design led to fewer squished bugs; there really were many more bugs back then. In the wake of this loss, populations of birds, which need insect larvae to feed their young, and other creatures have declined too. So what do we do?
WHO KNEW it is now possible to recycle most of your styrofoam instead of it ending up in a landfill?
Styrofoam recycling event April 16th in Lebanon.
WHO KNEW How Important Our Native Insects are to a Healthy Environment?
Pollination is the sex act for flowering plants. Plants need insects to help them reproduce.
Photo: Black swallowtail on NY ironweed.debbi’s roos.jpg
WHO KNEW Our Own Hanover Town Manager, Julia Griffin, has Been Named Clean Energy New Hampshire’s Champion of the Year?
According to Clean Energy New Hampshire’s press release, Julia “has been instrumental in advancing state and local clean energy policy – through legislation, regulation and implementation.”
WHO KNEW Clearing Snow Could Be Fun and Environmentally Friendly?
For those who bemoan the damage to driveways and lawns caused by snowplows, consider the do-it-yourself method: Electric Snowblowers.
WHO KNEW our Winter Olympic Team’s Uniforms Would Not Only Be Extraordinarily Attractive But Sustainable As Well?
The Ralph Lauren designed red, white and blue puffer jackets in an eye popping plaid with an oversized red, white and blue USA logo on the back are sure to be memorable. As important, is the sustainability of the materials he’s used. From head to toe, all are made entirely from recycled materials or natural fibers.
WHO KNEW What Progress COOP Foodstores Are Making Toward Net Zero Emissions by 2030?
Kudos to the COOP and its board who have committed to net-zero emissions by 2030.
WHO KNEW New Hampshire Has a Nursery Where You Can Order Native Trees and Shrubs at Bargain Prices?
The NH state nursery grows seeds from native trees and shrubs and sells them in bulk when 1-2 years old, 4-18" tall.
WHO KNEW Colorful Christmas Lights Could Be So Green?
This year we need to replace our Christmas tree lights. After an investigation of incandescent versus LED mini light strings, I found that LED lights were the way to go. Up front they are more expensive, but in the long run they save you money.
WHO KNEW That You Can Save Money on Holiday Wrapping Supplies and Recycle All Your Wrapping as Well?
"Tis" the season for wrapping holiday gifts, but wrapping supplies are needed all year round for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and other special occasions too. Unfortunately wrapping supplies are expensive and some can't be recycled.
WHO KNEW you can give the earth a gift for the holidays by being thoughtful about packaging?
Here are some ideas on how you can maintain your holiday traditions with materials that are a little more earth friendly.
WHO KNEW There is a Gift That Gives Twice?
About a year ago I discovered a company that sells toilet paper made from your choice of all recycled paper or bamboo. The company ships the toilet paper to one's home and for about $50 one can receive 48 rolls of paper. All packaging is recyclable. What is more, 50% of the profits of this company go to building toilets around the world for those who do not have them. 2.4 billion people don't have access to a toilet. That's roughly 40% of the global population and means that around 289,000 children under five die every year from diarrheal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation. That's almost 800 children per day, or one child every two minutes.
WHO KNEW We Would Have So Much to Be Thankful for This Year?
Only 4 years after setting a goal to use all renewable energy by 2030, Hanover is ready to start generating solar energy at its new solar installation near Hanover’s water treatment facility on. Grasse Rd. When combined with the Town’s six other rooftop solar arrays located on Town Hall, the Hanover Police and Fire Station, the water reclamation facility, the Public Works equipment storage Building and the sand and salt storage facility, nearly 100% of the municipality’s electricity needs will be met!
WHO KNEW You Can Get a Ticket to the Dump on Your Phone?
Hanover residents must now go online to get a permit to access the Lebanon Landfill. But if you have a smart phone, it’s an easy process.
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