Are you aware of the plastics threat to our health? A recent study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society found that disease and disability caused by chemicals in plastic cost the U.S. $250 billion dollars in health and economic losses. Meanwhile, chemical industry profits are $750 billion a year. Again, it’s a profit over people situation.
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What’s Wrong with My Swamp Milkweed?
Have you wondered what is causing milkweed leaves in your garden to look diseased? The discoloration on the milkweed in the photo looks like a disease, but is actually caused by ground level ozone (GLO). GLO is a combination of pollutants emitted by cars, power plants, industrial boilers, chemical plants, and refineries.
Heat-related Illness: A Real Concern
Heat related illnesses are a real concern, especially since the Northeast is on track to experience more excessive heat in the near future. According to the CDC, there has been a sharp increase in heat-related deaths as climate crisis causes the world to warm.
Protecting Birds from Pesticides Workshop
On Thursday, April 11th, 2024, Marion Yaglinski gave a presentation to the Audubon Society, Bird Town PA and WeConservePA on how to protect birds from pesticides. Marion co-founded Transition Town […]
Garlic Mustard: A Garden Menace
Once garlic mustard gets a roothold in your yard, you can kiss native plants goodbye. It kills natives by aggressively monopolizing light, moisture, nutrients and soil. It even secretes chemicals that kill soil organisms other plants need to grow.
A Reason to Hope
Do we have a reason to hope we are making a positive impact on climate crisis? Actually, we have a multitude of reasons, but you have to look for them. Mainstream media often presents us with only the bad news.