Why I'm an Environmentalist June 7, 2018 When I think back on the best memories of my life, most of them involve the natural world. The balance of peace and terror of canoeing on the French Broad River. Staying up all night to hike under the light of a full moon in the Eastern Californian desert. 3 Easy Ways to Support the Environment This Month May 17, 2018 Want to do more to support environmental sustainability, but don't have a lot of time? Here are 3 easy ways to get more involved in the environmental movement this month. What's the Difference Between "Conservation" and "Preservation"? May 10, 2018 Environmentalists often use the words “preservation” and “conservation” without explaining what those words mean and why they use one word instead of the other. Challenge: Eliminate your Use of Plastic in 2018 January 18, 2018 The world's reliance on plastic products has created many problems that more people are being made aware of, but will not easily be fixed. Plastics are hard to recycle and are not biodegradable. 7 Ways To Attract Pollinators June 30, 2017 Water: Myths vs Facts April 13, 2017 It’s easy to understand how certain misunderstandings about water have turned into cultural myths. Check out the three common misconceptions and learn what you can do to protect our water and stay healthy! A Conversation with the Volvo Group February 17, 2017 Digging deep into Volvo Group's Commitment to the Environment Environmental backslide under Trump: New policies put the environment at risk January 25, 2017 Are You Dreaming of a Green Christmas? December 19, 2016 Who needs a white Christmas...I'm dreaming of a green Christmas! And, with these 3 tips for a more sustainable giving season, you can celebrate the holidays and your environmental values. 3 Questions with Foothills Brewing November 3, 2016 Where to recycle technology and other equipment October 14, 2016 A guide to recycling batteries, light bulbs, televisions, computers, and refrigerators Batteries Environmental Education in the K-12 Classroom May 24, 2016 by: Cathy Habas Environmental education is important for children to learn in schools for two main reasons: to help guide each child into becoming a responsible, environmentally-conscious citizen, and to help inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators. Food in the Triad April 15, 2016 By Ciska Weber, Owner of Earth Day Fair Exhibitor Cafe Gelato It's been about 21 years since I called Winston Salem my home. 5 Ways to Eat Green April 7, 2016 Food! It can be delicious and nutritious, but did you know that it also accounts for 24 percent of global greenhouse emissions? Keep these five simple tips in mind to reduce the impact you have on the environment and eat tastier, more nutritious food. How to Fix Sorry Soils February 17, 2016 Do you have bare spots in your yard? You might call these areas of poor soil ‘sorry soil’, because they are sorry examples of what good soils should look like. 4 Ways to Sustainably Share the Love this Valentine's Day February 9, 2016 Valentine’s Day is a great excuse for chocolate, wine, and flowers. However, the impact these indulgences have on the environment and producers is often forgotten. Composting Year-round January 20, 2016 Did you know that you can still compost in the winter? If you are already removing leaves and picking up fallen branches from your landscape and driveway to make your yard look nice, why not compost them. Nearly 30 percent of the waste homeowners throw in the garbage each year can be composted. Planting Trees for Energy Conservation June 17, 2015 Homeowners go to great lengths to conserve energy in this era of tight budgets and environmental awareness. However, many do not realize that the simple act of planting a tree can result in energy savings. Energy Explorers debuts at East Forsyth Middle School May 21, 2015 Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) launched its new hands-on learning program, Energy Explorers, at East Forsyth Middle School, on Friday, May 15 when it presented the program to nearly 200 7th graders. Answer: The Healing Arts Club April 23, 2015 Question: What is The New "Angie's List” of Holistic Practitioners? « first ‹ previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 next › last » Tags Activities for Kids Climate Action Community Events Environmental Education Green Home Tips Inflation Reduction Act Interviews Lawn & Garden Local Food & Farming Low Waste Living PEA News Recycling Rooftop Solar Sustainable Employment Virtual Piedmont Earth Day Fair Get Updates! Sign up for our newsletter to get updates about new stories from our community. Sign up
Why I'm an Environmentalist June 7, 2018 When I think back on the best memories of my life, most of them involve the natural world. The balance of peace and terror of canoeing on the French Broad River. Staying up all night to hike under the light of a full moon in the Eastern Californian desert.
3 Easy Ways to Support the Environment This Month May 17, 2018 Want to do more to support environmental sustainability, but don't have a lot of time? Here are 3 easy ways to get more involved in the environmental movement this month.
What's the Difference Between "Conservation" and "Preservation"? May 10, 2018 Environmentalists often use the words “preservation” and “conservation” without explaining what those words mean and why they use one word instead of the other.
Challenge: Eliminate your Use of Plastic in 2018 January 18, 2018 The world's reliance on plastic products has created many problems that more people are being made aware of, but will not easily be fixed. Plastics are hard to recycle and are not biodegradable.
Water: Myths vs Facts April 13, 2017 It’s easy to understand how certain misunderstandings about water have turned into cultural myths. Check out the three common misconceptions and learn what you can do to protect our water and stay healthy!
A Conversation with the Volvo Group February 17, 2017 Digging deep into Volvo Group's Commitment to the Environment
Are You Dreaming of a Green Christmas? December 19, 2016 Who needs a white Christmas...I'm dreaming of a green Christmas! And, with these 3 tips for a more sustainable giving season, you can celebrate the holidays and your environmental values.
Where to recycle technology and other equipment October 14, 2016 A guide to recycling batteries, light bulbs, televisions, computers, and refrigerators Batteries
Environmental Education in the K-12 Classroom May 24, 2016 by: Cathy Habas Environmental education is important for children to learn in schools for two main reasons: to help guide each child into becoming a responsible, environmentally-conscious citizen, and to help inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Food in the Triad April 15, 2016 By Ciska Weber, Owner of Earth Day Fair Exhibitor Cafe Gelato It's been about 21 years since I called Winston Salem my home.
5 Ways to Eat Green April 7, 2016 Food! It can be delicious and nutritious, but did you know that it also accounts for 24 percent of global greenhouse emissions? Keep these five simple tips in mind to reduce the impact you have on the environment and eat tastier, more nutritious food.
How to Fix Sorry Soils February 17, 2016 Do you have bare spots in your yard? You might call these areas of poor soil ‘sorry soil’, because they are sorry examples of what good soils should look like.
4 Ways to Sustainably Share the Love this Valentine's Day February 9, 2016 Valentine’s Day is a great excuse for chocolate, wine, and flowers. However, the impact these indulgences have on the environment and producers is often forgotten.
Composting Year-round January 20, 2016 Did you know that you can still compost in the winter? If you are already removing leaves and picking up fallen branches from your landscape and driveway to make your yard look nice, why not compost them. Nearly 30 percent of the waste homeowners throw in the garbage each year can be composted.
Planting Trees for Energy Conservation June 17, 2015 Homeowners go to great lengths to conserve energy in this era of tight budgets and environmental awareness. However, many do not realize that the simple act of planting a tree can result in energy savings.
Energy Explorers debuts at East Forsyth Middle School May 21, 2015 Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) launched its new hands-on learning program, Energy Explorers, at East Forsyth Middle School, on Friday, May 15 when it presented the program to nearly 200 7th graders.
Answer: The Healing Arts Club April 23, 2015 Question: What is The New "Angie's List” of Holistic Practitioners?