INTRODUCTION Do you have a small farm pond on your property? If so, you may have noticed invasive cattails and other emergent plants taking over the water’s edge. These plants may look pretty, but they can actually be harmful to the health of your pond ecosystem. Invasive cattails and other emergent plants can grow rapidly,…
A green smoothie is hotter than a hot dog. Green living! You don’t want to be the one living in a society that doesn’t catch on to sustainable living. It’s better for the environment and it’s also better for your wallet. Let’s get into the exciting world of green living. Green living isn’t about being…
The concept of ecolonomics is a combination of ecology and economics and it encompasses the belief that the environment and businesses should effectively work together towards sustainability. Ecolonomics concept recognizes the fact that no one can effectively thrive without the other. The reason for combining ecology and economics is due to the fact that as…
Keeping the planet as green and clean as possible is of paramount importance since there’s no other place for people to live in. Thus, understanding the importance of recycling is the first step toward a greener planet. Recycling is the process where people reuse different materials to manufacture completely new products. Although this method allows…
With a global pandemic putting a halt on societies’ day-to-day norms and values, one manifestation has been that cash is now bad. Why? Because it helps spread the virus through unnecessary contact between people. China is a good example of how COVID-19 has been speeding up this trend towards a cashless society. In 2017, three-quarters…
Do you make it a point to recycle as much of your household’s waste as you can? If so, you’re already doing more than most other Americans as far as recycling is concerned. In the past, studies have shown that almost all Americans support recycling. But unfortunately, only about one-third of them actually do it, which puts…
Unlike other businesses, a distribution firm is not one that you can set up overnight. You need to make a significant cost investment – not to mention all the logistical planning that’s involved. However, those who get it right find themselves running a highly rewarding business in both a financial and personal sense. Whether you…
COVID-19 pandemic has impacted farming and agriculture globally and in diverse ways with the lockdown creating disruptions all around the world. The movement of people and farm produce has been severely hampered at both local and cross-boundary levels and that has resulted in some severe experiences within the agricultural sector. As a result of the…
Illinois is slowly becoming one of the emerging markets for solar panels. With 174.55 MW of solar energy produced, it’s ranked 33rd among the US states as of the third quarter of 2019. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), it’s projected to reach 13th place in five years’ time and is set to…
Illinois is slowly becoming one of the emerging markets for solar panels. With 174.55 MW of solar energy produced, it’s ranked 33rd among the US states as of the third quarter of 2019. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), it’s projected to reach 13th place in five years’ time and is set to…
In one of the recent articles published by FAO, the soil ecosystem was described as one of the most complex systems in nature. Biodiversity is described as “the variability among living organisms from all sources, whether terrestrial, aquatic or marine. Plants acquire their nutrients from soil using various processes. There are interactions between microorganisms in soil…
In the past couple of years, cannabidiol (CBD) has grown popular everywhere, and we are not surprised at all. In just a little time, this compound has shown some amazing health benefits and different studies back this statement. Though more compelling research is required on the safe use of CBD for medical purposes, people already…
A recent survey by the NFIB found that among more than a third of small businesses, energy costs are within their top three expenses. Keeping the lights on in your business can put a significant dent in your bottom line. It’s money that could otherwise be put towards expansion, assets, marketing and other valuable investments…
If you want to cut out any risks when launching your startup, you need to consider everything that may happen beforehand and how you may deal with it. Below are 5 key factors that you must consider before launching your startup to ensure that you are as prepared as can be. Legal Documentation Legal documentation…
If there is one thing that can be said about marketing in today’s eco-conscious world, it would be that consumers will go out of their way to do business with eco-friendly companies. With growing recognition of the fact that the earth cannot be sustained at the pace we are currently using and abusing resources, most…