tag:www.naturalcentralpa.com,2005:/categories/green-livingGreen Living Green Living | Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania Healthy Living Healthy Planet2024-02-29T11:47:34-05:00urn:uuid:c246801d-df8a-45b7-bdf0-141b6e5ed9ce2024-02-26T20:54:32-05:002024-02-29T11:47:34-05:00Tips for Homeowners to Support Pollinators2024-02-29 09:31:02 -0500Tony CampisiWatch this short video message from Tony Campisi for simple tips about how you can support local pollinators around your home and community.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b759f25d-8820-4bd5-ba9d-e8830110252a2024-02-25T19:42:48-05:002024-03-14T18:58:16-04:00Pollinator Corridors: Tips to Reestablish Lost Habitats2024-02-29 09:26:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesPollinators provide vital benefits to people and wildlife, keeping animals and plants that we depend on thriving while bringing us food and supporting the economy.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:08d01620-bd26-4112-9a05-80291bdab4b92024-01-30T10:17:45-05:002024-01-30T13:10:02-05:00Lowering Our Battery Footprint: A Look at Personal Strategies and Emerging Technologies2024-01-31 10:16:01 -0500Kelcie OttoesWhile single-use batteries significantly tax the environment, advancements in production, lifespan and recycling can lead to a greener future.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d004e057-b306-4cde-b1f8-6532268d8a232023-12-23T16:17:48-05:002023-12-29T07:49:31-05:00Woods in Your Backyard Webinar2023-12-29 09:31:15 -0500Dave KorbaPenn State Extension is offering a webinar series, Woods in Your Backyard, on Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., January 17 through March 13.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:887cbfcc-f558-4492-a36e-8e2cb772e2102023-12-23T15:45:29-05:002023-12-29T07:49:32-05:00South Mountain Report Card2023-12-29 09:31:12 -0500Dave KorbaThe South Mountain Partnership (SMP) released part one of a 3-part project, a report card for the health of the South Mountain Region spanning Adams, Cumberland, Franklin & York counties. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e6980bac-7eea-4813-825b-b6b887ae31632023-12-18T13:42:52-05:002024-02-07T19:24:26-05:00Growing Young in Nature: How Seniors Heal in the Great Outdoors2023-12-29 09:26:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesSpending time outdoors can markedly improve a person’s physical, mental and emotional well-being.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:87263533-2f5b-4448-9392-a009d6f15b952023-11-23T14:06:43-05:002023-11-30T09:32:53-05:00Clothing Donation Tips: Understanding Where Secondhand Items Go2023-11-30 09:30:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesMore than 70 percent of the global population wears secondhand clothing. These purchases can extend the life of the garment, reduce textile waste and ameliorate the clothing industry’s impact on the environment. However, not all donations get a second home.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:58f7cb18-f656-4f54-8244-137ae30ee2082023-10-19T14:34:38-04:002024-01-01T00:52:21-05:00Green Fitness: Choosing an Earth-Friendly Gym 2023-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Kiki PowersTraditional fitness centers consume significant amounts of electricity, water and other resources, but more gyms are rising to the challenge of reducing their environmental impact and employing strategies to increase energy efficiency, decrease waste and provide a healthier workout environment.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:819430b5-984a-4d5f-b912-b56048ffe85e2023-10-19T15:00:49-04:002024-01-01T17:46:58-05:00The Joys of Minimalism: A Rich Life With Less Stuff2023-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Carrie JacksonFinding that material possessions weigh them down, people are turning to minimalism to simplify their physical, mental and emotional space.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>urn:uuid:76c72c7a-1c68-4394-b613-7be116a244282023-09-27T16:00:00-04:002023-09-29T09:29:48-04:00Sustainable Preparations for Fall Clean-Up2023-09-29 09:31:05 -0400Tony CampisiOur yard is one of the best tools we have to help the environment.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalcentralpa.com">Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania</a></small></p>