Christmas is a beautiful holiday for the whole family, but it does bring me some anxiety in terms of additional unnecessary things we will have to deal with in the house and the footprint this holiday has on the environment. I gathered some thoughts and actions that I implement to make this holiday as cheerfulContinue reading “How to Spend an Eco-Friendly Christmas”
Author Archives: Caro
Homemade Yogurt
My family loves yogurt, I mean we are French, and in France we have aisles dedicated to yogurt. So yes we do know our yogurts, like our cheeses! However, between the cost of a yogurt and the fact that yogurt is almost all the time packaged in plastic, I decided a while ago to giveContinue reading “Homemade Yogurt”
Sustainable Eye Care
Like dental care supplies, I have been wondering a lot about sustainable eye care. I have been wearing dailies for a few years now, mainly because reusable lenses were not a good fit for my eyes at the time. But as I am approaching the end of my supply and am actively looking to liveContinue reading “Sustainable Eye Care”
Eco-Friendly Painting
While staying home safe and sound, my husband and I decided to do a deep garage cleaning, and reorganize all our outdoor equipment, which keeps adding up year after year. With that being said, we definitely need a paint job. My objective is to go as eco-friendly as possible using sustainable paint, brushes, floor protectors,Continue reading “Eco-Friendly Painting”
Earth Day 2020
50 years of fighting for clean air, clean water, for climate justice. 50 years of fighting against greenhouse gas emission, plastic pollution, and deforestation. 50 Years. It’s a long time. One would think we should be close to a cleaner future, but some industries, leaders, and corporations are, or pretend to be in denial, puttingContinue reading “Earth Day 2020”
Rainy Day, Keep at Bay
After weeks of no rain, it’s finally here and I love it. It feels like winter and it is a much needed natural resource in Southern California. But when the rain comes, and up to 72 hours after a rainfall of at least 6mm, health authorities issue a health advisory to prevent people from goingContinue reading “Rainy Day, Keep at Bay”
10 Ways To Fight Climate Change
Fighting climate change doesn’t have to require you to change your entire lifestyle. There are so many ways to easily make a difference. Because even if it is a small difference, if we all do it, it will make a big one. Please always share your ideas and thoughts! Go Vote! It’s our duty andContinue reading “10 Ways To Fight Climate Change”
Less Waste. How to Start.
Reducing and managing waste around the house can feel overwhelming at first, but I believe that it is just a matter of habit and preparation. There are several ways to reduce your waste: When shopping: Think less packaging (or eco-friendly packaging), eco products, clean products (i.e. no harsh chemicals), gently used products At home: ThinkContinue reading “Less Waste. How to Start.”
Hello!
My name is Caroline. I am from Nice, France and have been living in the United States for 18 years. I moved to Manhattan Beach 14 years ago to complete my Master, and haven’t been able to leave California since! I split my time between Manhattan Beach and Mammoth Lakes, two places where my familyContinue reading “Hello!”
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