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AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban THE ENERGY EFFICIENT SHOWER Current standards mandate that showerheads must have a flow rate no greater than 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) and water pressure no higher than 80 pounds per square inch (psi). This is in contrast to older showerheads that can have flow rates of up to 5.5 gpm. Switching from an old showerhead to a new, low flow one can help you use between 25% PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? What is the Zero Waste Lifestyle? Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. Zero Waste lifestyle choices influence all environmental areas by preventing resource extraction, reducing the amount of materials sentto the
AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban THE ENERGY EFFICIENT SHOWER Current standards mandate that showerheads must have a flow rate no greater than 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) and water pressure no higher than 80 pounds per square inch (psi). This is in contrast to older showerheads that can have flow rates of up to 5.5 gpm. Switching from an old showerhead to a new, low flow one can help you use between 25% PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » ABOUT - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY Since 1976, the Center for EcoTechnology has helped lead the way to a more sustainable society through innovative pilot programs and production scale services. With our partners in the community and government and business, our collective efforts have transformed the way we live and work for a better community, economy and environment. BECOME A PREFERRED CONTRACTOR Become a Preferred Contractor Contractors on our lists are screened for their training and expertise. Please complete the following form and we will be in touch to request additional information. STAY COOL THIS SUMMER! We’re in the first full week of June and you know what that means; hot weather can’t be far behind! Summer heat can create a lot of added electricity as we all try to cool off, but don’t worry, we have some great tips to help you stay cool while saving energy and money. Keeping Read More » CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. HOME ENERGY RATINGS HERS The rating is an “index” score between 0 and several hundred, with a lower score indicating lower annual energy consumption and 100 representing a “typical” new home built with minimum code compliance. Homes built before the current code are typically rated above 100. The Center for EcoTechnology is an accredited HERSprovider, an
BUILDING BETTER: PASSIVE HOUSE Passive Houses can have space heating and cooling energy savings of up to 90% of current typical buildings and over 75% compared to new buildings (Passive House Institute). That is close to zero-net energy use, especially considering heating and cooling a building is highly energy intensive. opens IMAGE file. Zero-Net Energy is a goal for many WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH STRATEGIC ELECTRIFICATION? What is strategic electrification? Strategic electrification involves switching appliances, heating and cooling systems, and other energy users in your home to be electrically powered instead of dependent on fossil fuels. When paired with renewable energy sources, strategic electrification increases energy efficiency and reduces pollution. IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE POSSIBLE FOR ME? Most cohesively, zero waste is a movement to reduce the amount that individuals and communities consume and consequently throw away. A zero waste lifestyle promotes a circular economy, one that is sustainable and functional for long-term use. It encourages more complex thinking about the resources we use and utilizes concepts likereduction
HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? What is the Zero Waste Lifestyle? Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. Zero Waste lifestyle choices influence all environmental areas by preventing resource extraction, reducing the amount of materials sentto the
AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban THE ENERGY EFFICIENT SHOWER Current standards mandate that showerheads must have a flow rate no greater than 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) and water pressure no higher than 80 pounds per square inch (psi). This is in contrast to older showerheads that can have flow rates of up to 5.5 gpm. Switching from an old showerhead to a new, low flow one can help you use between 25% PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? What is the Zero Waste Lifestyle? Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. Zero Waste lifestyle choices influence all environmental areas by preventing resource extraction, reducing the amount of materials sentto the
AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban THE ENERGY EFFICIENT SHOWER Current standards mandate that showerheads must have a flow rate no greater than 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) and water pressure no higher than 80 pounds per square inch (psi). This is in contrast to older showerheads that can have flow rates of up to 5.5 gpm. Switching from an old showerhead to a new, low flow one can help you use between 25% PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » ABOUT - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY Since 1976, the Center for EcoTechnology has helped lead the way to a more sustainable society through innovative pilot programs and production scale services. With our partners in the community and government and business, our collective efforts have transformed the way we live and work for a better community, economy and environment. STAY COOL THIS SUMMER! We’re in the first full week of June and you know what that means; hot weather can’t be far behind! Summer heat can create a lot of added electricity as we all try to cool off, but don’t worry, we have some great tips to help you stay cool while saving energy and money. Keeping Read More » BECOME A PREFERRED CONTRACTOR Become a Preferred Contractor Contractors on our lists are screened for their training and expertise. Please complete the following form and we will be in touch to request additional information. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. HOME ENERGY RATINGS HERS The rating is an “index” score between 0 and several hundred, with a lower score indicating lower annual energy consumption and 100 representing a “typical” new home built with minimum code compliance. Homes built before the current code are typically rated above 100. The Center for EcoTechnology is an accredited HERSprovider, an
WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH STRATEGIC ELECTRIFICATION? What is strategic electrification? Strategic electrification involves switching appliances, heating and cooling systems, and other energy users in your home to be electrically powered instead of dependent on fossil fuels. When paired with renewable energy sources, strategic electrification increases energy efficiency and reduces pollution. IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE POSSIBLE FOR ME? Most cohesively, zero waste is a movement to reduce the amount that individuals and communities consume and consequently throw away. A zero waste lifestyle promotes a circular economy, one that is sustainable and functional for long-term use. It encourages more complex thinking about the resources we use and utilizes concepts likereduction
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Ashley Muspratt, Director of Innovation, joined CET in 2018. In this role, she identifies strategic and emerging opportunities across CET’s focus areas and works with the President and other Directors to set priorities and bring opportunities to fruition. She has broad experience with the organization’s nation-leading wasted food programming, building sector decarbonization, and HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. AT HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. The Center for EcoTechnology is an equal opportunity provider and employer. ABOUT - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY Since 1976, the Center for EcoTechnology has helped lead the way to a more sustainable society through innovative pilot programs and production scale services. With our partners in the community and government and business, our collective efforts have transformed the way we live and work for a better community, economy and environment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? What is the Zero Waste Lifestyle? Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. Zero Waste lifestyle choices influence all environmental areas by preventing resource extraction, reducing the amount of materials sentto the
REDUCE WASTE AT HOME EcoBuilding Bargains. opens in a new window EcoBuilding Bargains is the largest used building materials store in New England, offering incredible deals on reused and surplus materials! EcoBuilding Bargains is an enterprise of the Center for EcoTechnology. Located at 83 Warwick Street in Springfield, MA WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE POSSIBLE FOR ME? Most cohesively, zero waste is a movement to reduce the amount that individuals and communities consume and consequently throw away. A zero waste lifestyle promotes a circular economy, one that is sustainable and functional for long-term use. It encourages more complex thinking about the resources we use and utilizes concepts likereduction
THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. AT HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. The Center for EcoTechnology is an equal opportunity provider and employer. ABOUT - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY Since 1976, the Center for EcoTechnology has helped lead the way to a more sustainable society through innovative pilot programs and production scale services. With our partners in the community and government and business, our collective efforts have transformed the way we live and work for a better community, economy and environment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? What is the Zero Waste Lifestyle? Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. Zero Waste lifestyle choices influence all environmental areas by preventing resource extraction, reducing the amount of materials sentto the
REDUCE WASTE AT HOME EcoBuilding Bargains. opens in a new window EcoBuilding Bargains is the largest used building materials store in New England, offering incredible deals on reused and surplus materials! EcoBuilding Bargains is an enterprise of the Center for EcoTechnology. Located at 83 Warwick Street in Springfield, MA WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE POSSIBLE FOR ME? Most cohesively, zero waste is a movement to reduce the amount that individuals and communities consume and consequently throw away. A zero waste lifestyle promotes a circular economy, one that is sustainable and functional for long-term use. It encourages more complex thinking about the resources we use and utilizes concepts likereduction
THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. AT HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. The Center for EcoTechnology is an equal opportunity provider and employer. ABOUT - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY Since 1976, the Center for EcoTechnology has helped lead the way to a more sustainable society through innovative pilot programs and production scale services. With our partners in the community and government and business, our collective efforts have transformed the way we live and work for a better community, economy and environment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? What is the Zero Waste Lifestyle? Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. Zero Waste lifestyle choices influence all environmental areas by preventing resource extraction, reducing the amount of materials sentto the
REDUCE WASTE AT HOME EcoBuilding Bargains. opens in a new window EcoBuilding Bargains is the largest used building materials store in New England, offering incredible deals on reused and surplus materials! EcoBuilding Bargains is an enterprise of the Center for EcoTechnology. Located at 83 Warwick Street in Springfield, MA WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE POSSIBLE FOR ME? Most cohesively, zero waste is a movement to reduce the amount that individuals and communities consume and consequently throw away. A zero waste lifestyle promotes a circular economy, one that is sustainable and functional for long-term use. It encourages more complex thinking about the resources we use and utilizes concepts likereduction
THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Donate to the Center for EcoTechnology. opens in a new window Make a Gift Today! As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), CET works with partners throughout the region to help transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. You can help by making a tax-deductible gift today. WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY According to the Natural Resources Defense Council opens PDF file (NRDC), American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. However, there are many ways that residents,customers, and
IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Spring is a time for walks, picnics, and outdoor sports, and for many Americans, it’s also time to break out the grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and lawn mower. Growing a lush green lawn takes work. There are over 40 million acres opens PDF file of manicured turf grass in the United States, the majority of which can be found in suburban SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Renters can buy into community solar programs that can help renters and those who are unable to get solar on their own homes. Low to middle income (LMI) households are those that earn 80% or less of the area’s median income. LMI households represent 43% of the U.S. population and 70% of the potential solar customers in Massachusetts. CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AT HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. The Center for EcoTechnology is an equal opportunity provider and employer. ABOUT - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY Since 1976, the Center for EcoTechnology has helped lead the way to a more sustainable society through innovative pilot programs and production scale services. With our partners in the community and government and business, our collective efforts have transformed the way we live and work for a better community, economy and environment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? What is the Zero Waste Lifestyle? Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. Zero Waste lifestyle choices influence all environmental areas by preventing resource extraction, reducing the amount of materials sentto the
REDUCE WASTE AT HOME EcoBuilding Bargains. opens in a new window EcoBuilding Bargains is the largest used building materials store in New England, offering incredible deals on reused and surplus materials! EcoBuilding Bargains is an enterprise of the Center for EcoTechnology. Located at 83 Warwick Street in Springfield, MA WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion is a process by which organic matter, such as animal waste or wasted food, is broken down by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. This is usually done in a container called a digester. The process creates fertilizer that can be used for farming and biogas composed mostly of methane. The biogas can be combusted to generate PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE The first step; reduce. The most effective way to reduce plastic pollution is to not create plastics in the first place. Reduce and refuse! Sure, it’s great to recycle a plastic water bottle after you are done with it. But it’s MUCH better to never use it in the first place, eliminating the extraction of materials from the earth, energy IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE POSSIBLE FOR ME? Most cohesively, zero waste is a movement to reduce the amount that individuals and communities consume and consequently throw away. A zero waste lifestyle promotes a circular economy, one that is sustainable and functional for long-term use. It encourages more complex thinking about the resources we use and utilizes concepts likereduction
THE ECOFELLOW EXPERIENCE: KELSEY COLPITTS Hello! My name is Kelsey Colpitts and I am the current Marketing EcoFellow at the Center for EcoTechnology. My cohort and I have recently surpassed the halfway mark of our fellowship and reflect on our experiences as we recruit next year’s group of fellows! You may have already heard from Claire, Diana, Cory and Brittney Read More » HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Save money, increase the health and comfort of your home, and help your business perform better. Contact us today! We can help identify the greatest opportunities for cost savings while improving environmental performance. Learn More! We’ve compiled some helpful CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY American families throw out approximately 25% of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. Learn more about how prevent this! CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Furthermore, many common pesticides, including glyphosate, the main compound in Roundup (Monsanto’s popular residential pesticide) have been shown to kill bees. A standard turf grass lawn is also harmful to local water systems. SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. The Center forEcoTechnology is an
BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYABOUTBLOGCAREERSDONATECONTACT USAT WORK Save money, increase the health and comfort of your home, and help your business perform better. Contact us today! We can help identify the greatest opportunities for cost savings while improving environmental performance. Learn More! We’ve compiled some helpful CAREERS - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELDCENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). CET is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. IS WORKING FROM HOME BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? A Scientific American article from July 2020 agrees with this point. “The extent of the emissions reductions that can be gained from remote work in any particular city depends on a number of factors, from whether most commuters drive cars or take public transit to what electricity sources the city uses,” reports the article, while later noting that, “It could take months of digging WASTING FOOD IS A WASTE OF MONEY American families throw out approximately 25% of the food and beverages they buy every year, which could cost a household as much as $2,275 annually! Wasting food means a waste of energy, water, and money. Learn more about how prevent this! CONTACT US - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGYCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY NORTHAMPTONCENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY SPRINGFIELD The Center for EcoTechnology 112 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-445-4556 cet@cetonline.org The Center AMERICA'S LAWN ADDICTION Furthermore, many common pesticides, including glyphosate, the main compound in Roundup (Monsanto’s popular residential pesticide) have been shown to kill bees. A standard turf grass lawn is also harmful to local water systems. SOLAR FOR LOW TO MIDDLE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. The Center forEcoTechnology is an
BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. MINIMIZE WASTE WITH A MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE Minimalism, also known as “simple living” is about living with less and using what you have to its maximum ability. Minimalistic living is essential to developing a sustainable lifestyle and will help you reduce your carbon footprint. By using less, you decrease the demand for materials that would typically end up in a landfill after use, and reduce the carbon emissions that would be used WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. AT HOME - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. The Center for EcoTechnology is an equal opportunity provider and employer. ABOUT - CENTER FOR ECOTECHNOLOGY The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. Contact us today! We work with partners throughout the country to address climate change by transforming the way we live and work - for a better community, economy, BUILDING BETTER: THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE The Hitchcock Center for the Environment is an educational center that aims to develop a deeper bond between humans and the natural world. The Hitchcock Center is a certified living building located on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, overlooking the Holyoke Range. WHAT IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE? opens IMAGE file By Morgan O’Connor, Marketing & High Performance Building EcoFellow. Zero Waste is a movement to reduce the amount one consumes and consequently throws away. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is one of the most sustainable ways of living. REDUCE WASTE AT HOME EcoBuilding Bargains. opens in a new window EcoBuilding Bargains is the largest used building materials store in New England, offering incredible deals on reused and surplus materials! EcoBuilding Bargains is an enterprise of the Center for EcoTechnology. Located at 83 Warwick Street in Springfield, MA PLASTIC POLLUTION: STOP IT AT THE SOURCE. REDUCE, REUSE We use plastics in virtually every shape and form in our daily lives. It carries our drinks, holds our shampoos, and keeps our veggies fresh. According to the to the UN Environment Programme opens PDF file , humans are consuming resources and producing waste at a greater scale than ever before, and per capita consumption levels are projected to increase with continued development. WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SWORD? What is the National Sword? You may have heard the phrases “national sword” or “green sword” in the news lately. It is a policy in China that has banned the importation of certain types of solid waste, as well as set strict contamination limits on recyclable materials. ANAEROBIC DIGESTION: A SOLUTION TO DIVERTING WASTED FOOD Anaerobic Digestion offers a valuable and innovative way to divert waste from the landfill. An interesting example of someone who is taking advantage of this technology is Barstow’s Dairy and Bakery at Longview Farm in Hadley, Massachusetts. Their cows produce about a hundred pounds of manure per cow per day and they treat it through an anaerobic digester to generate electricity. IS THE ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE POSSIBLE FOR ME? The zero waste lifestyle is a spectrum and a progression, but with these tips, we hope that it feels more practical, achievable, and awhole lot easier!
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