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Clear the Clutter, Protect the Planet
Safe & Free Hazardous Waste Disposal in 2025 If you were to look in your garage, your basement, or under your kitchen sink, there is probably a good chance you […]
Beyond Individual Action
Supporting Environmental Change Through Trusted Nonprofits By Heather Cochrane, Environmentalist in Residence You may care about the environment and do a lot to protect and care for it. While that […]
The Importance of Winter: Snow, Cold, and Benefits
When Winter Begins and Ends Winter began on December 21st and will continue until March 19th. We have not had a good Connecticut winter with cold and snow in many […]
Where to Recycle and Compost
Local Recycling Resources If you have read these columns regularly, you know that our trash is an environmental problem across the state, the country, and globally. Recycling and composting can […]
Give Thanks For Nature
As you sit down for your Thanksgiving meal and give thanks for the food, family, friends and whatever else you might be thankful for, consider giving thanks for things we […]
Climate Change Impacts
Election Day will be here before we know it. There are many issues we each may feel are important when making our vote. One issue I hope you will consider is climate change.
Make Every Purchase Count: How Conscious Consumerism Can Shape a Greener Future
Trash. How often do you think about your trash? As a consumer, think about what you are buying, and the packaging involved that becomes trash. Look for items with minimal packaging. A blog post by Heather Cochrane of The Meetinghouse
Danbury Has A Great Farmers’ Market
The Danbury Farmers’ Market Opens June 22 and Runs Thorugh Oct 19, 2024 This month’s column features the Danbury Farmers’ Market, which goes beyond a typical farmers’ market. Farmers’ markets […]
The Magical Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Hummingbirds are only found in the Americas, and the only hummingbird native to our area is the ruby-throated hummingbird. It weighs in at only 0.1-0.2 oz. and has legs so […]
