Posts Tagged ‘Sierra Magazine’
Going Green at College: Sierra Club Ranks America’s Greenest
For the fourth year in a row, the Sierra Club has ranked the Coolest Schools in America. One hundred colleges and universities are spotlighted in the list, which ranks educational institutions on their “eco-friendliness.” Results were published this month in Sierra magazine.
Green Your Drinks: Beer
Raise your glasses: We'd like to propose a toast (or three) to the green life. This week we'll give you green tips about ecofriendly drinks. Tip #1: Tap That Keg The next time you're craving a brew, ask what's on tap. Beer from a keg has a lighter impact than beer in bottles or cans . When choosing a brand, look for local and organic varieties. Sierra Nevada and New Belgium breweries have good reputations for sustainable practices. Check out Sierra magazine's beer taste test to read
5 Green Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
Make your mom proud by celebrating Mother's Day (May 10) with environmentally responsible gifts. Ecofriendly Indulgences: Treat your mom to ethical chocolate and wine that'll keep her taste buds and conscience happy. Check out Sierra magazine's top picks for artisanal, organic, and fair-trade chocolates and our experts' recommendations for sustainable wines . Perfect Plants: Organic, fair-trade bouquets are an instant pick-me-up, but potted plants look just as good, last lon