The nasty business of shark finning

Inhumane to sharks and dangerous to human health as they contain extremely high concentrations of mercury and other toxins.

by Katie Machol Simon November 11, 2011August 3, 2023

Inhumane to sharks and dangerous to human health as they contain extremely high concentrations of mercury and other toxins.

News & Views

Eco-friendly “wet cleaning” over standard dry cleaning

Most of the nation’s dry cleaners still clean clothes using perchloroethylene, a hazardous air contaminant and a probable human carcinogen.

by Katie Machol Simon October 24, 2011November 26, 2024

Food & Drink

Freezing foods without plastic

The majority of plastic containers designed for freezer use are safe and are a better choice than disposable freezer bags and wraps.

by Katie Machol Simon August 26, 2011July 19, 2025

News & Views

The safety of carpets made from recycled PET plastic

No documented proof that PET carpet fibers are bad for you, so why risk it?

by Katie Machol Simon July 22, 2011June 21, 2025

News & Views

Avoiding spray sunscreens

Little known about sunscreen chemicals effects on the body, even less known about effects when inhaled.

by Katie Machol Simon July 1, 2011June 5, 2022

Food & Drink

Farm raised fish: Not necessarily free of mercury, PCBs or dioxin

by Katie Machol Simon June 17, 2011September 7, 2024

News & Views

Lead in reusable grocery bags

Plastic reusable shopping bags are petroleum-derived and may contain other contaminants, including lead.

by Katie Machol Simon June 13, 2011August 22, 2024

News & Views

Indoor plants that act as natural air filters

by Katie Machol Simon May 23, 2011October 19, 2024

News & Views

Can adopting a greener lifestyle help aid in conception? One woman’s personal success story

by Jessica Respondek August 6, 2010August 17, 2023

News & Views

The Green Community week in review: Tampa Bay oil spill forum video, chemicals in your cosmetics, spices used to reduce methane emissions, and more

by Katie Machol Simon July 25, 2010August 17, 2023

News & Views

Margarita Wars is now Tequila & Tiki Takedown - More tequila, more fun! - Get tix here

toxins

The nasty business of shark finning

Eco-friendly “wet cleaning” over standard dry cleaning

Freezing foods without plastic

The safety of carpets made from recycled PET plastic

Avoiding spray sunscreens

Farm raised fish: Not necessarily free of mercury, PCBs or dioxin

Lead in reusable grocery bags

Indoor plants that act as natural air filters

Can adopting a greener lifestyle help aid in conception? One woman’s personal success story

The Green Community week in review: Tampa Bay oil spill forum video, chemicals in your cosmetics, spices used to reduce methane emissions, and more

The Story of Cosmetics: What’s really in our personal care products (video)

What’s on my food? Pesticides and toxins on conventional vs organic foods (and free iPhone app)

Are man’s best friends the environment’s worst enemies?

BPA in plastics linked to aggressive behavior in children

Toxic beauty: The dangerous truth about the cosmetics industry

The Green Community: Week in review

New eco-friendly “green” fireworks may brighten our future Fourth of July celebrations

What produce to buy organic: the “dirty dozen” and the “clean 15”