Tag / Outdoors
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Twinkle Time! Tips for Energy Efficient Holiday Decorating
The forecast looks bright this weekend, which is perfect for stringing up some holiday lights! Are you planning out your outdoor holiday decorations for this year? Holiday décor can sometimes mean a… -
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Easy Wins for Getting Your Home Ready for Winter
NOAA may be predicting a milder winter for New England this year, but that doesn’t mean that cold weather won’t be a part of our lives for the next few months. This… -
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Winter 2018-2019 Preview: Warmth and Weather This Upcoming Winter
In the middle of the month, two major reports came out that we like to pay attention to: the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Winter Outlook and the Energy Information Administration’s… -
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Major Climate Change Report: What Your Need to Know
The United Nations released a brand new landmark report about the current conditions of the Earth’s climate and the potential for serious consequences in the future. The news is substantial and concerning,… -
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Sustainable Tailgating Tips
Fall sports are well underway and that means it’s tailgating season! While cheering on your favorite team is plenty of fun already, gathering with friends and family over fantastic food brings it… -
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Quick Autumn Lawncare Tips for the Greener Gardener
It’s still Summer Hot, but there is color in the trees if you look hard enough! Transition time means that there is work to do, and a lot of homeowners focus on… -
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Quick-Cool Tips for When the High Heat Lingers
It’s the end of August and the summer heat is still on! Matter of fact, we’ve seen record highs in July and August. While Autumn chill will come eventually, we can still… -
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Greener Greater Boston: How Larger Institutions Practice Sustainability
Solar Panels at Patriot Place 4/19/10 - Link to Original Photo We write a lot about the small changes individuals can make to create a more sustainable lifestyle for themselves. For businesses,… -
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Switching to SMART: What the next-gen solar policy means for your project
Changes are in the works for solar policy here in the state of Massachusetts. Thanks to innovative policies that have existed in the state for a decade, Massachusetts leads the nation in… -
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Keeping it Local: Why Native Plants Should be Your First Garden Center Choice
With vacation time here and warm weekends offering opportunities to be outside and get things done, perhaps you are one of the many people who will show up at a local home…
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