A third of the fruits and vegetables we eat depend on bees for pollination. That’s a lot! Bees play a crucial role in the ecosystem as pollinators, which is why their recent decline is such a critical environmental issue. A few of the fruits that are dependent on bees for pollination: strawberries, oranges, peaches and […]
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100 Year Anniversary!
One hundred years is a very long time ago! A few things have changed in the world since then and here are a few facts from 1912. What was the world like in 1912? The average salary in the United States was $750 per year. A loaf of bread cost around .05¢. A US postage […]
Picnic for the Planet #EarthDay
“Here is your country. Cherish these natural wonders, cherish the natural resources, cherish the history and romance as a sacred heritage, for your children and your children’s children. Do not let selfish men or greedy interests skin your country of its beauty, its riches or its romance.” ― Theodore Roosevelt Earth Day is April 22, 2012 […]
Why Go Green?
What does “going green” mean to you? It is recycling your soda can? Putting the newspaper into the correct plastic bin at the airport? Is the environmental impact a consideration when making purchases for you? Do your own personal views impact your business decisions, or should you be thinking about what your current and potential […]
What is Wet Cleaning?
“According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), wet cleaning is the safest professional method of garment cleaning.” Dry cleaners have been using this method since it was developed in the early 1990’s and it has a proven record of being effective and safe for garments and the environment. “Wet cleaning chemicals are biodegradable and generally […]