Maine and Maryland were the first two states to start banning styrofoam products at the state level. As of 2021, this is the complete list of states with statewide bans on the sale and distribution of expanded polystyrene products:

✅ Colorado (goes into effect on January 2024)
✅ Maine
✅ Maryland
✅ New York (goes into effect on January 1st, 2022)
✅ Vermont
✅ Virginia (goes into effect on July 2023 for large businesses and July 2025 for small businesses)

Unfortunately, the majority of America’s Styrofoam products are placed in landfills, where the non-biodegradable material does not break down. Stay tuned for ways to help ban styrofoam.

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This time last year home heating oil was priced ~57% lower than it is today. Experts believe this trend is likely to continue through the winter.

A little known tip is that utility companies will often do home energy assessments, many times at no-cost. They will inspect ductwork as well as assess the overall energy efficiency of your home. We’ve even read of some utility companies doing minor repairs to help, free-of-charge.

✔️ So, if you’re worried about the rising cost of heating your home this winter, contact your utility company to inquire about a ‘home energy audit’. The savings can really add up, for both you and our environment.

✔️ Or, consider lowering your thermastat. For every degree lower you go, you can save between 1-3% of your heating costs. The less energy we use, the better for the planet too.

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1/3 of our food is pollination dependent. We’ve previously written about the decline in the bee populations in most parts of the world, and we’re continuing to share ways you can help advocate for their protection.

A unique program makes it possible to adopt-a-bee, from the comfort of your sofa. (There is a nominal fee associated with this program.)

Project Honey Bees is an organization working to save one bee at a time. When you purchase from them, you're helping spread awareness and aid in honey bee conservation.

https://projecthoneybees.com/pages/our-mission

Source: Project Honey Bees
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