The Green Parent

Skip the beef at dinner tonight and opt for a veggie meal instead. A vegetarian diet is not only healthier for you, it is also better for the environment. The production of beef makes more of an impact on the environment than any other type of food. According to a report produced by the World [...]

Brr…Well folks, summer is officially over and the crisp cool air of fall is moving in. Before you know it, winter will be here, and despite the best efforts of global warming, many of us will still have to deal with snow and ice this season. And while the white stuff isn’t falling yet, the [...]

Just a few years ago, the organic section in my small town grocery store was limited to a dated funky looking package of tofu and a few dried up herbs. Now, organic foods are all over the store, from coffee, to eggs, to salad dressing. Organic foods are produced without all of the chemicals and [...]

The next time you’re headed to the grocery store or the soccer field, make an effort to park in the shade. It will keep your car cooler in the summer and minimize the evaporization of fuel. driving green

Tired of paying an arm and a leg to fill your gas tank? Take these steps to save gas, money, and the planet. Go Slow: Stick to the speed limit and avoid excessive braking and accelerating. Pump It Up: Make sure your tires are properly inflated (underinflated tires reduce fuel economy). Clean It Out: If [...]