Phthalates: Versatile Chemicals Found in Thousands of Products

Manufacturers use a group of chemicals known as phthalates in a wide variety of everyday products. They make products more durable, flexible, and weather resistant, but they are also the subject of ongoing health controversy.  They are so common that a majority of people tested by the CDC were found to have phthalate metabolites in …

The Real Story On Gum + Eco-Friendly Alternatives

prch Guest Post – This surprisingly interesting post from my colleague at the Ethical Blogger Network will have you thinking twice about gum. You can find the original aticle on ethicalunicorn.com. The Sustainability of Chewing Gum – Overview Your 30 Second Summary Facts About Gum: Gum’s not a modern invention The Mayans chewed chicle, the sap from the …

CITRUS House – Training Ground for Sustainable Urban Living

Sustainability Education Off Campus at Santa Clara University Guest Post by: Blair Libby In the neighborhoods surrounding colleges and universities, a growing number of houses are dedicating themselves to environmentally-conscious and sustainable living. At CITRUS (Community Initiative To Restore Urban Sustainability) House, students from Santa Clara University are practicing a cooperative and eco-friendly lifestyle. CITRUS …