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5 ways to reduce food waste

January 31, 2025 Click to view 5 ways to reduce food waste

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, approximately one-third of all food produced globally is wasted. That translates to discarding more than a billion tons of food each year. The issue of food waste is a growing problem but one you can address in your own home. It’s good for the environment and for your budget. Here are some tips to tackle food waste. Plan your meals: Consider what you already have [more]

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Feed the birds during National Bird-Feeding Month in February

January 30, 2025 Click to view Feed the birds during National Bird-Feeding Month in February

Indigo bunting at Herb Lewis’ backyard habitat in Huntsville (Herb Lewis photo) One of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors in the winter is to have bird feeders in your yard. According to the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service, 95% of bird watching is done from the comfort of home. Winter is an important time to stock your bird feeder while many natural food sources may have thinned out. And [more]

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Barge Design Solutions takes pride in keeping community clean through Adopt-A-Spot program

January 30, 2025 Click to view Barge Design Solutions takes pride in keeping community clean through Adopt-A-Spot program

If you, your business or organization have considered joining Green Team’s Adopt-A-Spot program, now could be the perfect time. Just let Barge Design Solutions, which last year adopted a large area in and around Lowe Mill, tell you about their experience. “We highly recommend Adopt-a-Spot,” the company said. “The program is well-organized, making it easy for offices to get involved. The group’s efficiency and coordination, even beyond Adopt-a-Spot, have been evident from [more]

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Preserving, planting and learning about trees in Huntsville

January 30, 2025 Click to view Preserving, planting and learning about trees in Huntsville

Green Team is making plans to grow Huntsville’s tree canopy and even took steps recently to relocate trees for preservation. The City recently removed four trees in Big Spring Park East adjacent to the former City Hall building. The former City Hall building is in the process of being dismantled and the site will be added into Big Spring Park East. The City relocated this crapemyrtle, along with two others, to Rose [more]

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Green Ambassadors expanding environmental programs at Huntsville schools

January 30, 2025 Click to view Green Ambassadors expanding environmental programs at Huntsville schools

The Green Ambassador program is continuing to grow in its second year as Green Team’s school program. The number of student field trips to experience hands-on activities has increased and Green Team is in the process of distributing school grants for the first time. “This network of people that are focused on the environment is starting to really come together,” Green Team Education Specialist Joel Donelan said. “These schools and the [more]

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    3242 Leeman Ferry Rd. SW

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