Everyone wishes they could have a dog’s life – no worries or stress about things like money or jobs. Instead, you just get to sit around all day in the yard sleeping and wait for pets and food. Actually – that does sound like it’d get pretty boring pretty fast, doesn’t it? It’s no wonder […]
“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, Nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” These wise words from Dr. Seuss’s “The Lorax”, a rallying cry against deforestation and the destruction of the natural environment, rings especially true in a city as urbanized and concrete-laden as Los Angeles. However, amidst the towering buildings […]
When the summer heat sets in, we cannot overstate the importance of keeping cool. As temperatures rise, heat exhaustion or heat stroke become ever-increasing causes of human mortality – especially in hot, concrete cities like Los Angeles. While cranking up the AC is a classic go-to for relieving the heat, it isn’t exactly the most […]
The summer sun is here to grace our shores once more – and there’s no better time to express our love for the beach. The first week of July each year is national Clean Beaches Week, a weeklong celebration which focuses on the importance of keeping our beaches free of trash and pollution. Tidy, trash-free […]
The 4th of July is full of festivities, family gatherings, and, of course, fireworks. These bright, sparkly displays may dazzle the eye, but their environmental impact is far from delightful. As we gear up for this year’s Independence Day, we’d like to take a moment to explore both the impacts of fireworks and discover some […]
While MacArthur Lake and Park may not be ready for its closeup as a staycation destination this summer, the City of Los Angeles is working on a project, which will enhance the park’s aesthetics and add to its existing amenities, making it a destination for Angelenos for decades to come. The MacArthur Lake Stormwater Capture […]
Nothing quite gets on in the mood for celebration like a SoCal summer. The bright sunshine and balmy weather sets the perfect backdrop for an excellent party – from a backyard barbeque to a full-on block-spanning blowout. However, for every fun shindig under the summer sun, we always have to remember to keep consideration for […]
Summer’s here and the days are right about at their longest – it’d be a shame to not take advantage of all this extra sunlight by getting out and going somewhere interesting. However, not everyone can afford a pricey getaway to some exotic natural locale – and neither can the environment for that matter, with […]
June 8th marks World Oceans Day – which, as everyone knows, is a universally celebrated holiday in which ocean-themed decorations abound as far as the eye can see in stores, and we all get the day off from work to celebrate the majesty of our beautiful marine ecosystems! Ok, maybe it’s not that ubiquitous – […]
In the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles, amidst the concrete jungle, lies a network of verdant oases—community gardens. These vibrant patches of green not only add beauty to the urban landscape but also serve as vital hubs for promoting sustainability, fostering community connections, and nurturing a deeper understanding of gardening practices. Join us on a […]
