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The climate crisis requires action from multiple sides if it’s going to be tackled, and art is a surprising way to push the movement forward. If insightful environmental art can bring to light the urgent need for climate action, then citizens will feel more inclined to push forward the climate agenda to politicians, causing politicians to feel ongoing pressure from citizens to act. And this is exactly what Danish artist Olafur Eliasson is doing.    more

Guest contributor Peter Earl shares 21 useful tips to save on energy bills during coronavirus.    more

Redesigning schools is expensive and during the age of COVID-19 more short term solutions are needed to the lack of nature in our lives. How can biophilic design themes help make student's experience more valuable, and how can we do this "on budget"?  more

Halloween this year will look a little bit different than we are used to, but Halloween and fall can still be both fun and memorable. Here are some ideas to make the most of your Halloween while being sustainable and Covid-precautious! more

Green roofs are a great way for buildings to conveniently become more sustainable, as they absorb excess storm water and save energy. more

School environmental groups empower students to create change in their community. When surrounded by a group of peers that are also passionate about sustainability, students can both learn from and teach each other, while making a greater impact. After leading an environmental group at our high school last year, here are our key takeaways and tips ... more

Almost every global issue is in some way being exacerbated or directly caused by anthropogenic climate change. The many global supply-chains that we have relied upon for economic development, innovation, and the pursuit of a higher quality of life have failed us due to short term resource management . But, there’s a chance that the very economic ... more

During the COVID-19 outbreak, many people have turned to biking in their daily lives. Here are some reasons why this new habit should stick.  more

Textile waste makes up about 8% of the waste in landfills. Here are some ways to shop for and dispose of your textiles more sustainably. more

Disposable masks are generating tons of waste right now! Here are some ways you can reduce this waste and use masks sustainably! more

At Princeton Day School, there is a plethora of clubs and groups created with the sole intention to nurture and further enhance the passions of the student body. One such organization is EnAct, or Environmental Action club, which is one of the oldest clubs on campus.     more

Check out the biggest sun safety concerns bringing change to schools and how these things can help kids appreciate sustainability. Kacey Mya shares how children can still have outdoor fun in the warmer months without risking their health or safety. more

Whether it's a school or home garden, pesticides can wreak havoc on ecosystems. Contributor Kacey Mya shares the environmental impacts of pesticides and provides some alternative management strategies.  more

If you're finishing up at high school, consider these tips to help you ensure your college experience is a bit kinder to the world we live in.  Blog by contributor, Kacey Mya.  more

From solar to recirculation pumps, Kacey Mya shares strategies for heating water that are kinder on your pocket and the planet.    more

Learn strategies for cultivating a diet that is good for both your family and the planet, by Kacey Mya   more

Kacey Mya shares 6 simple changes to make your life at home more sustainable and earth-friendly this summer. more

Exciting opportunities for socially engaged students to learn and earn college credits at Cornell University this summer.  Creating Green Cities & Sustainable Futures , June 20–July 11. (3 credits; open to juniors & seniors) Social Entrepreneurship , June 20–July 11. T(3 credits; open to sophomores, juniors & seniors)     more

So, It’s Thanksgiving. This time serves as a moment to slow down our busy lives, be with family, and recollect on what we are thankful for. This Thanksgiving especially, Sc3 has not left my mind when thinking about things I am grateful for. I am so fortunate to still be connected to many of my close friends from Sc3 after two years. They never fail to ... more

This episode of Chef’s Table (found on Netflix) discussed the idea of cooking in the world that we live in today through the lens of Dan Barber, the head chef of the Blue Hill Restaurants in Hudson Valley, New York (Stone Hill Farm) and in New York City. Dan is described as the ‘modern chef’ of our day and age and he thinks about not only how to feed his customers, but what experience they have when they come to his restaurant and what impact the food they eat there has on the rest of their life. Dan sees food from not only an artistic culinary view, but also through an ethical and biological view, asking: what is the responsibility we are supposed to have with the food we consume and how are we supposed to use the Earth? more