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Together, we can find more ways to connect with nature and each other. From sharing resources and inspiration for healthier homes and communities, to providing activities for our kids to learn about planet Earth, we can help each other to lead greener lives.
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2.3 million families used efficiency tax credit to reduce energy costs in 2023
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Ideas for Earth Day this year
Looking for inspiration for things to do for Earth Day this year? We've got you covered.
Guide to organizing a kid’s clothing swap
Want to refresh your growing kid's clothes in a fun, free, and environmentally-friendly way? Follow our guide to organize a kid's clothing swap with other families in your community.
Start in winter to prep for a greener yard and garden this spring
As gardeners and homeowners prepare for the new year, here are four tips to make a yard and garden that’s beautiful, natural and pollinator-friendly.
Subscribe for solar: how community solar can help everyone get clean energy
For the more than 40 percent of American households and businesses that can’t install solar, community solar provides a way.
Electric and hybrid vehicle sales set new record
More than one in five light-duty vehicles sold in the U.S. in the third quarter of 2024 was a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or battery-powered EV.