There are plenty of benefits to being a dog owner, one of which is that having a dog encourages you to be more active, which is great for your health. According to a 2019 study published in Scientific Reports, dog owners spend almost 300 minutes per week walking their dogs, which … [Read more...] about This campaign encourages dog owners to collect litter while they walk
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The Climate Diet: A guide to living for a greener future
We at The Optimist Daily are big fans of lifestyle changes that contribute towards slashing greenhouse gas emissions and offer a sense of autonomy in creating a greener future. We’ve written at length about the benefits of shifting towards a plant-based lifestyle and reducing … [Read more...] about The Climate Diet: A guide to living for a greener future
How to reduce your energy consumption while sheltering at home
COVID-19 shutdowns have reduced overall energy consumption greatly in the US. Without businesses, factories, and offices running, it is estimated that the country’s overall energy use will drop by 3 percent in 2020. However, energy use in many homes is on the rise. Isolating at … [Read more...] about How to reduce your energy consumption while sheltering at home
The case for making Earth Day an official company holiday
Earth Day is an opportunity to honor our most precious asset and serves as a reminder of the very real responsibility we have to protect our planet — a planet that is in dire need of help. The sad thing is that many companies don’t take the chance to take part in Earth Day. While … [Read more...] about The case for making Earth Day an official company holiday
Earth Day is going digital. Here’s how to join in on the action
April 22nd marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, a yearly event where we celebrate and protect the planet through tree plantings, cleanups, and other in-person community gatherings. The 50th anniversary was bound to be a big celebration of all the progress we’ve made on the … [Read more...] about Earth Day is going digital. Here’s how to join in on the action