Global climate change is real, and we all have the ability to take actions to address it and move towards climate resilience and sustainable adaptation for the future, but there is no time to wait!Read more…
Cold Weather Extremes Triggered by Global Warming
Global warming does not mean that it cannot get cold in the winter, and in fact, it can help to drive extreme cold weather into certain parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Learn more and share to help educate the skeptics, the deniers and those confused about the recent cold snap in the Northeastern US.Read more…
Spotlight on Casa Pueblo
Spotlight on Casa Pueblo de Adjuntas, an organization located in the Central Highland of Puerto Rico working on sustainable relief and rebuilding efforts post-Hurricane Maria. Raíces EcoCulture is working to support Casa Pueblo’s relief efforts and partnering with them for sustainability work on the island of Puerto Rico.Read more…
TAKE ACTION TO HELP THE BEES: Send a Comment Against Proposed NJ Department of Agriculture Beekeeping Regulations
The NJ State Department of Agriculture has issued proposed regulations which will restrict beekeeping in NJ and greatly affect the number of honeybeesand beekeepers in the state. Learn more about what you can do to take action and oppose these proposed regulations in your community.Read more…
Going Greener in 2018
Let’s begin a conversation about going a deeper shade of green in 2018. Please read through this short post and join in the discussion on the comments. Read more…
Domboshava Community Project – Zimbabwe Africa
Come learn about one exceptional Zimbabwean woman who’s doing wonders in Africa all the way from the U.S.A.Read more…
Spiritual Agitation
Take a look and hear this Spiritual Agitator!Read more…
MEDIA RESOURCE: Jake Ratner
by Nicole Wines Check out the photography and videography work of Jake Ratner, who we met recently at the Split Rock Sweetwater Prayer Camp. His portfolio includes social justice, cultural and environmental work, including photos and videos from Standing RockRead more…
Using Household Products in the Garden
by Nicole Wines There are many everyday household products that have some use in the garden. We don’t recommend going overboard with any of these amendments, but some applications might be useful for you in your garden! Check out threeRead more…
D.I.Y. Internet – Local, Sustainable and Affordable
Communications and media monopolies are merging, gaining ever more control over the way we receive and consume media through cable and the internet. There is also a growing digital divide between urban and rural areas, with weak signals and slowRead more…
Veggie Power for a Modern World
Here’s an organization that works some really cool things with veggies. The World Vegetable Center does a slue of very interesting things to enlighten the world about vegetables, and the importance they play in combating global poverty and hunger. Read more…
Problems and Solutions: Fast Fashion vs. Zero Waste Clothing
Check out these quick videos that highlight the impacts of fast fashion and disposable wardrobes as well as steps one company is taking to operate ecologically and ethically. Just small changes in the way you look at your wardrobe can make a huge impact.Read more…
Vertical Farming or Gardening Take your Pick
Horizontal vs. Vertical growing is something really important to consider when you decide to cultivate your own veggies. If space and money is a pressing economic issue for you, then read on and see the pros and cons of growing your own food. Read more…
Local Spotlight: Split Rock Prayer Camp
In the past two months, Raíces EcoCulture has had the opportunity to visit the Split Rock Sweet Water Prayer Camp in Mahwah, NJ several times, bringing supplies, attending a tobacco ceremony and meeting with the sacred fire keepers and membersRead more…
Do you know that you have an Endocannabinoid System?
Human beings have a Cannabinoid System in their bodies with specific receptor sites that facilitate the medicinal herb known as Cannabis. Is the use of Marijuana, as it is better known, good or bad for you? You will have to be the judge of that if you were to investigate this remarkable plant any further. Read more…
Sustainable Clothing: Moving Away from Fast Fashion with A Happy Stitch
Making changes to your wardrobe and your relationship to fashion and clothing can help you live a simpler lifestyle while having less of an impact on the planet, environment and human life.Read more…
Ecology of the Spirit
Ecology of the spirit means respect, care, compassion, and harmony in our relationships. It means interrelationship based on respect.
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Sustainable Neighborhoods: ReGen Village
Closed loop, self-sustaining, self-sufficient, zero-waste and low impact. Check out this short video about ReGen Village, an off-grid capable, regenerative neighborhood being developed in the suburbs of Amsterdam.Read more…
Do it Yourself using Open Source Ecology
If you don’t have the money to purchase a tractor, backhoe, 3D printer or any of the other machinery that make life a bit easier; you may want to try open sourcing and do it yourself at a fraction of the cost. Here’s how…..Read more…
Herbs to Grow Indoors
Herbs are the perfect edibles to grow indoors. They don’t require a lot of space, you can use them fresh year-round in your cooking, and you don’t have to go far to harvest them. With just a little bit of care and creativity, you can grow a variety of herbs in even the smallest of spaces. Here is a list of 10 easy herbs to grow indoors.Read more…
Ever Considered an Electric Car
Here are four new EV models if you’ve ever thought about what type of carbon footprint you are making by driving a fossil fueled car.Read more…
Local Spotlight: The AIM Story – Link to Video from SEnRG
Those in the NY and NJ area should be concerned with the AIM Pipeline Expansion, which will be sending fracked gas to within 104 feet of Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant on the Hudson River. Check out this short video from SEnRG.org which explains a little background on the AIM Pipeline Expansion in under five minutes and learn more about SEnRG’s campaign against the pipeline.Read more…
Think “NO PLASTIC!”
Rethinking Plastic – Do we really have to use it when we shop, you be the judge of that!Read more…
The Story of Stuff
If you’ve ever wondered about where all the crap you have comes from, how it impacts your life and then how it’s disposed of, then read on!Read more…
Saving Seeds: Flowers and Herbs
Saving seeds for many flower and herb plants is simple! Learn how and start saving seeds for your gardens and to share with friends.Read more…
Putting Your Old Books to Use Again
Ever wondered what to do with your old books? Here’s a really groovy way to make them come alive again!Read more…
In the Garden: 3 Ways to Extend the Season
It is easy to extend the harvest season by months by using a few resources and planning for the seasons. Here are some simple ways to extend the harvest season in your gardens.
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Seeds and Hydraulic Fracturing – WHAT?
Seeds and Hydraulic Fracturing go hand and hand, learn why here.Read more…
Nature Art: Veggie Face
Play with your food! Vegetables don’t always have to be so serious. Read more…
When the Forest Bathes You
If you think that walking through the forest is good for you physically, well it is, but in more ways than you can imagine!Read more…
Grow Your Own – Organic Chicken Feed
Supplement your backyard chickens’ diet by growing a variety of herbs, greens and grains. Check out the Raíces online seed shop to order your all-in-one Chicken Variety Pack and get planting today!Read more…
Napkin Consciousness – Paper vs. Cloth
Have you ever really thought about the use of paper napkins? Perhaps you’ll rethink the way you look at paper vs. cloth napkins after you read these brief thoughts…..Read more…
Saving Seeds: 3 Easy Seeds to Save for Beginners
Get started seed saving with one (or all) of these three easy to grow plants. Read more…
B.Y.O.B. – Bring Your Own Bowl
B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Bowl) to reduce your personal waste stream and inspire others to do the same.Read more…
Nature Art: Watermelon
Reducing Food Waste: Using Eggshells in the Home and Garden
Learn about ways you can use eggshells around your home and garden.Read more…
Remove Labels and Glue Residue from Your Jars with All-Natural Ingredients
Simple DIY trick to remove glue residue from old jars for recycling and repurposing!Read more…
EcoCentric Resource: Natural Building Blog
Natural Building Blog is a great online resource for information sharing on natural building techniques and projects found around the world. Read more…
Nature Art: Spinach
D.I.Y. Outdoor Seating
This simple Do It Yourself design for outdoor seating can be put together with upcycled or reclaimed materials. If you don’t have a few spare cinderblocks handing around, you can probably request and find some for free on your localRead more…
Spring is Coming – Plan for Pollinators
by Nicole Wines Spring is on its way, even if it doesn’t feel like it at our homebase in Central NJ. We know that our gardening friends are getting cabin fever and just can’t wait for the snow to meltRead more…
Getting EcoCentric – Plant an EcoSeed, Watch it Grow
by Nicole Wines For me, “Getting EcoCentric” simply means integrating an ecological and environmentally sustainable outlook into your life and putting it into practice every day and every way that you can. It’s not high theory, it’s not rocket science,Read more…