1. Save energy By using less energy, you can help to reduce carbon emissions. Try switching off products not in use, turn your heat down & layer, get a nice clothes drying rack and choose to use that instead of a dryer. 2. Use reusable alternatives Single-use products, particularly plastic ones, such as water bottles, tend to end up in landfill and the ocean, causing harm to wildlife and the environment. Prevent this by choosing
September 4th was National Wildlife Day. This day, and every day marks an opportunity for everyone to step back, take a deep breath and think about all that surrounds us. It is inspiring to consider preservation and conservation efforts that work to improve the natural world. We have so much to learn. “In wildness is the preservation of the world.” – Henry David Thoreau HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL WILDLIFE DAY Take a hike!Those of us
During the summer we’re all spending a lot more time planning what food we need, constantly prepping meals and definitely craving fresh produce! In July there are so many amazing foods and produce in season! Food is much more important for little ones and adults when running around and sweating in the summer heat. A fun summer activity is to go to local farms to get fresh produce whether your picking it yourself or just
Water is the driving force of all nature – Leonardo da Vinci World Water Day is an annual United Nations (UN) observance day held on the 22nd of March that highlights the importance of fresh water. The day is used to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. Relevant water issues that are highlighted include water scarcity, water pollution, inadequate water supply, lack of sanitation, and the impacts of climate change. Every year this observance day has a different theme. The theme of World Water Day
It is our pleasure to announce that this past week Headwaters Charitable Trust has been awarded TWO grants. One of them for the amount of $251,400 on behalf of the Toby Creek Watershed Association from the DEP Growing Greener Grant. The other grant was for a sum of $231,134 that will be used in the Johnstown Inclined Plane Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Treatment ID and Design project on behalf of the Growing Greener Grant as
