spotlight: nashville’s sustainable music city center
Nasvhille, Tennessee is a favorite destination because of its legendary music history, its food and vibrant culture. But did you know about its golden jewel, Music City Center? The convention center opened in 2013 and it is an award-winning, LEED Gold Certified...
sugarcane pulp & bamboo take on single-use plastic
Have you ever imagined getting takeout food from containers made of food? Well, it could be reality! Ok, perhaps we’re stretching the truth there… But, it is true that there is a new type of tableware made from bamboo and sugarcane byproduct. This innovative idea was...
spotlight: phipps’ superstar green building
The Center for Sustainable Landscapes (CSL) at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in PIttsburgh, PA is one of the greenest buildings in the world. But don’t take it from just us – it stands apart in the eyes of many respected green organizations....
green roofs are great outdoor classrooms
Green roofs (or living roofs) are roofs with vegetation covering it, like plants, flowers, grass, and shrubs. The greenery is typically rooted in some type of growing medium with water (like soilless hydroponics), with a waterproofing layer below that provides...
what is a walk score?
Have you ever heard of a Walk Score? It’s a measure of how walkable a city, neighborhood, or street address is. But what does that mean, and why does it matter? what is walkability? Walkability is typically defined as living within walking distance of the...
do-it-yourself skincare
Have you ever DIY'ed skincare? It can be fun to experiment and whip up your own skincare treatments, using all-natural ingredients found in your kitchen! more »
how to get glowing skin
How do you get glowing skin? We've got some tips! Read our blog. more »
is sleep important for your skin?
Are you a sleeping beauty? Well, getting enough sleep is definitely an essential part of staying healthy, and your skin benefits also! more »
natural oils for skin
Have you heard about the many benefits of jojoba oil and olive oil? Learn more about these natural oils for skin! more »
what causes dry skin?
Soon, we'll be heading into the winter season. The dry winter air is likely a primary cause of dry skin. But, it can be caused by a lot of other conditions or reasons. What are they? more »
it’s time for your winter skincare routine
If you haven't already, it's time to transition to your winter skincare routine. ❄️⛄️Enemy #1? Dry skin. more »