Top Takeaways from DiCaprio’s “Before the Flood” Film on Climate Change

May 29, 2017

Thursday night’s premiere of Before the Flood at the Paramount in downtown Charlottesville was a sobering look at how climate change is affecting our environment and what society can do to prevent the demise of endangered species, ecosystems, and native communities across the planet. I was absolutely thrilled to see so many Betties and Better […]

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Mosquito Conundrum: To Spray or Not to Spray?

May 11, 2017

Recently my friend called me asking for Betty’s help. There was an email exchange on her neighborhood listserv about a neighbor who was asking for recommendations on how to get rid of mosquitoes this summer and a couple folks encouraged her to use the local mosquito control companies that use insectides. She is a bird […]

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5 Things You Can Do After You March

April 29, 2017

If you went to the Science March last weekend or today’s Climate March in D.C. or attended a local march, there is plenty to do in the wake of the positive collective energy that is gathering! 1. Make Your Voice Heard! Wield your phone eco-warrior by calling your local, state, and federal representatives and let […]

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3 Steps to Eco Friendly Hosting

April 13, 2017

Having a dinner party or Memorial Day BBQ? Concerned about how to be an Earth conscious host? Betty has a few tips to keep your event clean and green! Download the PDF guide

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Celebrate Earth Week in Charlottesville

April 13, 2017

Earth Week is a week long celebration leading up to Earth Day, which happens each year on April 22nd. In Charlottesville, there are many April activities and events focused on celebrating, exploring and defending, the Earth. Check out what’s coming up. UVA Earth Week Events by UVA Sustainability 4/17 – 4/23 Mon 4/17: UVA Farmers Market from […]

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On Valentine’s Day Show Your Love for the Planet

February 7, 2017

As with many other holidays in the United States, Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays where we tend to spend money on stuff. Cards, flowers, candies and gifts. We often share a message about buying and consuming less stuff, and we believe you should show appreciation of your significant other or loved ones every […]

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A Green App a Day Keeps the Greenhouse Gasses Away!

March 17, 2016

For those of you who weren’t able to join us at Firefly for yummy green appetizers and some favorite apps, here is a list of some of our favorite FREE apps! Light Bulb Finder I loved this app when we switched our candle-style bulbs from ancient incandescents to the latests LEDs (super savings!).  It will ask […]

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Betty’s Sweet 16! 16 tips for 2016

February 9, 2016

16 Tips for 2016 FOOD 1. Join a CSA to get farm fresh local food! 2. Lower your cookprint: use the right size burner for pots and be sure to cover them. 3. Waste less food. Go to www.lovefoodhatewaste.com to find creative recipes to use up just about anything that’s about to go bad! 4. […]

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What about broken stuff that I don’t want to send to the landfill, Betty?

December 13, 2015

November’s Repair Cafe at the IX building was a grand success.  Fixin’ not ditchin’ items was the theme! 80+ people brought their bikes, clothing, old vacuums, electronics, etc to be repaired.  Betty was there helping folks know where to take stuff locally so that it doesn’t end up in the landfill. We’ve published a list […]

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Lighting Made Simple

October 22, 2015

This article is part of a series on the theme of Simplifying which have been published in Echo Magazine in Charlottesville, VA. The days are getting shorter, the nights longer, and unfortunately this may mean our wallets are getting lighter due to our electric bill! Indoor lighting can account for up to 25% of your […]

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