Hydraulic fracturing, the controversial process of extracting natural gas from shale rock layers, is rapidly expanding across the country. While fracking companies assure us all is well, studies suggest otherwise. While fracking has helped meet our demand for energy in the United States, the lower gas prices may come with a different cost. The Health…
Toxic Mold in the Workplace
Toxic mold can negatively impact health at home, at school, or at work. What happens when a worker is exposed to moldy lumber? Find out why the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) became involved in this case of toxic mold in the workplace. Toxic Mold in the Workplace Steve and his coworkers experienced scratchy throats,…
Air Quality in the Classroom
Are you a teacher, parent, or administrator? The classroom is often overlooked when it comes to indoor air quality. Join the movement and embrace these suggestions for improving health in your classroom! The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is acutely aware of the hazards of poor indoor air quality, noting that children are especially vulnerable. The…
Introducing Savvy Women’s Alliance
Are you trying to live a toxic-free life? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by all the information? Are you looking for like-minded women? Savvy Women’s Alliance may be just what you’re looking for! Savvy Women’s Alliance is the first and only nonprofit association dedicated to nurturing mainstream women who are interested in nontoxic living. Savvy…
How to Find Safe Light Bulbs
Are you concerned about the safety of CFL and LED light bulbs? Wondering which choice is the best for your home or office? Learn how to find safe light bulbs! When the US government decided to phase out incandescent bulbs, it gave little attention to the health impact of contemporary lighting alternatives. While energy efficiency…
Google’s Project Loon – Cell Towers in the Sky
Google Inc. has been approved to launch a nationwide experiment known as Project Loon in 2016, a balloon project aimed at expanding Google’s reach and its profit margin. On March 17, 2016, the FCC granted permission to Google for airborne and terrestrial millimeter wave testing throughout the United States. There has been quite a bit…
