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Solutions: Package Free Grocery Shops

Feb 2, 2019By Nicole Wines

Package-free shops were once the norm, and as more are becoming aware of the need for waste reduction, they are becoming popular and viable again.Read more…

Feb 2, 2019Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Join “Waste Free February”

Feb 1, 2019By Nicole Wines

Sign up for the Waste Free February Challenge.Read more…

Feb 1, 2019Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Happy New Year from Get EcoCentric…What’s Your Green Resolution for 2019?

Jan 1, 2019By Nicole Wines

Some Green New Year’s Resolutions to start of 2019 right!!!Read more…

Jan 1, 2019Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Shifts in Perspective to Become Eco-Centric

Aug 11, 2018By Nicole Wines

Subtle shifts in the way we perceive things, objects, materials, events, can lead us to a different perspective on our journey’s to become more ecocentric. Read more…

Aug 11, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

VIDEO: Mother Earth by Jane Goodall

Aug 10, 2018By Nicole Wines

“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” Jane GoodallRead more…

Aug 10, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments
Garbage nets to catch plastic from storm drains

Solutions: Plastic Pollution Interventions

Aug 8, 2018By Nicole Wines

Check out these ideas and actions for cleaning plastic in the waters.Read more…

Aug 8, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments
Photo: Surfrider Foundation. "Plastic Sucks" written in sand at the beach.

Our Toxic Waters: Deal, NJ Plagued with Water Troubles

Aug 4, 2018By Nicole Wines

Spotlight on NJ: Deal Township has been experiencing the effects of pollution and runoff this summer.Read more…

Aug 4, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments
photo of earth at night, all planets

Earth Overshoot Day – August 1, 2018 – The Earliest Earth Overshoot Day in History

Aug 1, 2018By Nicole Wines

There is nothing happy about Earth Overshoot DayRead more…

Aug 1, 2018Nicole Wines 2 comments

Plastic Free Solutions: DIY Reusable Cling Wrap

Jul 29, 2018By Nicole Wines

Plastic Free Food Storage: homemade “cling wrap”Read more…

Jul 29, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Plastic Free Solutions: Berry Nice Packaging

Jul 28, 2018By Nicole Wines

One of countless products/ideas that will help build a plastic free future!Read more…

Jul 28, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Plastic Free is Possible – Some Inspiration on Your Journey to Going Plastic Free

Jul 25, 2018By Nicole Wines

Going plastic free is possible. Read and watch how individuals and communities have taken the plastic free plunge.Read more…

Jul 25, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments
Screen shot of video showing raw sewage overspill on the Hudson River in July 2018

Calling All Water Protectors: Sewage in the Water?!

Jul 23, 2018By Nicole Wines

Water Is Life, let’s work to protect it!Read more…

Jul 23, 2018Nicole Wines 1 comment
potato in plastic packaging

#PlasticFreeJuly – Would You Like Plastic with Your Veggies?

Jul 22, 2018By Nicole Wines

Plastic wrapped produce…another “con” of “con”venience.Read more…

Jul 22, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments
Heart and stomach wrenching screenshot from a video of plastic pollution along the shores of Santo Domingo.

Our Plastic Oceans – Just Another Reason to Transition to Plastic Free

Jul 19, 2018By Nicole Wines

There are no words to go along with this video clip aside from #RefuseThePlasticRead more…

Jul 19, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Casa Pueblo: Creating an Energy Insurrection in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico

Jul 13, 2018By Nicole Wines

Casa Pueblo is currently working to energize their community with 50% solar and other renewable energy sources and become an example for Puerto Rico and the world. Read more…

Jul 13, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Go Fossil Fuel Free

Jul 9, 2018By Nicole Wines

Across the world, environmentalists, eco-warriors, and those who care about the earth and its ecological systems are taking steps and making strides towards going fossil fuel free. Join the movement and be a part of the transition to a just, renewable and resilient future.Read more…

Jul 9, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Fireworks – The Chemistry of their Environmental Effects

Jul 4, 2018By Nicole Wines

The holiday tradition of fireworks can have some harmful effects on veterans, pets and the environment. Learn more about the chemistry behind the pollution caused by fireworks displays.Read more…

Jul 4, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Eco Innovation Inspiration: Turning Leftovers Into Electricity

Jul 2, 2018By Nicole Wines

One person’s leftovers is another person’s energy source…check out this video episode of Reinventors from PBS. A little eco inspiration innovation on a Monday morning!

Jul 2, 2018Nicole Wines 0 Comments

#PlasticFreeJuly – Join the Challenge

Jul 1, 2018By Nicole Wines

Happy Plastic Free July! Accept the plastic free July challenge and access resources to help you go plastic free.Read more…

Jul 1, 2018Nicole Wines 5 comments

Earthship Puerto Rico – June 2018 Update

Jun 30, 2018By Nicole Wines

The first ever Earthship in Puerto Rico is currently under construction, with phase 2 of the volunteer building brigade just wrapping up at Tainasoy Apiario in Aguada, Puerto Rico. Check out some videos and news clips from the build and get inspired by this incredible volunteer crew.Read more…

Jun 30, 2018Nicole Wines 2 comments

Spotlight on Casa Pueblo

Jan 3, 2018By Nicole Wines

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…

Jan 3, 2018Nicole Wines 1 comment

Going Greener in 2018

Jan 1, 2018By Nicole Wines

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…

Jan 1, 2018Nicole Wines 4 comments

Domboshava Community Project – Zimbabwe Africa

Mar 17, 2017By Francisco G. Gómez

Come learn about one exceptional Zimbabwean woman who’s doing wonders in Africa all the way from the U.S.A.Read more…

Mar 17, 2017Francisco G. Gómez 1 comment

Spiritual Agitation

Mar 16, 2017By Francisco G. Gómez

Take a look and hear this Spiritual Agitator!Read more…

Mar 16, 2017Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Veggie Power for a Modern World

Jan 16, 2017By Francisco G. Gómez

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…

Jan 16, 2017Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Problems and Solutions: Fast Fashion vs. Zero Waste Clothing

Jan 7, 2017By Nicole Wines

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…

Jan 7, 2017Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Local Spotlight: Split Rock Prayer Camp

Jan 5, 2017By Nicole Wines

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…

Jan 5, 2017Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Do you know that you have an Endocannabinoid System?

Jan 4, 2017By Francisco G. Gómez

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…

Jan 4, 2017Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Sustainable Clothing: Moving Away from Fast Fashion with A Happy Stitch

Jan 3, 2017By Nicole Wines

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…

Jan 3, 2017Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Ecology of the Spirit

Jan 2, 2017By Francisco G. Gómez

Ecology of the spirit means respect, care, compassion, and harmony in our relationships. It means interrelationship based on respect.
Read more…

Jan 2, 2017Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Sustainable Neighborhoods: ReGen Village

Jan 1, 2017By Nicole Wines

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…

Jan 1, 2017Nicole Wines 0 Comments

Do it Yourself using Open Source Ecology

Dec 31, 2016By Francisco G. Gómez

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…

Dec 31, 2016Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Ever Considered an Electric Car

Dec 29, 2016By Francisco G. Gómez

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…

Dec 29, 2016Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Think “NO PLASTIC!”

Dec 27, 2016By Francisco G. Gómez

Rethinking Plastic – Do we really have to use it when we shop, you be the judge of that!Read more…

Dec 27, 2016Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

The Story of Stuff

Dec 26, 2016By Francisco G. Gómez

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…

Dec 26, 2016Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Putting Your Old Books to Use Again

Aug 25, 2016By Francisco G. Gómez

Ever wondered what to do with your old books? Here’s a really groovy way to make them come alive again!Read more…

Aug 25, 2016Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Seeds and Hydraulic Fracturing – WHAT?

Aug 23, 2016By Francisco G. Gómez

Seeds and Hydraulic Fracturing go hand and hand, learn why here.Read more…

Aug 23, 2016Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments

Napkin Consciousness – Paper vs. Cloth

Aug 19, 2016By Francisco G. Gómez

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…

Aug 19, 2016Francisco G. Gómez 0 Comments
B.Y.O.B. - Bring Your Own Bowl

B.Y.O.B. – Bring Your Own Bowl

Aug 16, 2016By Nicole Wines

B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Bowl) to reduce your personal waste stream and inspire others to do the same.Read more…

Aug 16, 2016Nicole Wines 0 Comments
Crushing eggshells with mortar and pestle

Reducing Food Waste: Using Eggshells in the Home and Garden

Jan 22, 2016By Nicole Wines

Learn about ways you can use eggshells around your home and garden.Read more…

Jan 22, 2016Nicole Wines 0 Comments

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