Bears Don’t Shelter in Place
There are no stay home orders for bears. Right now, they’re waking up from their long winter’s nap and heading out into a whole new world. Millions of Americans are…
Read MoreFeedback: Delighted? And Your Suggestions?
Now that it’s been a few months, let’s talk about what’s delighted you most in our Sustainable Conversation, and what you’d like to see us improve for you. Maybe your…
Read MoreHow About a Change?
At least once a quarter, with your permission, I’m going to send you a courtesy reminder to replace the filters in your property’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.…
Read MoreWho Says There’s No Money?
Sure. Some communities have more access to money than others, but Public Utilities, municipalities, and the government literally give property owners money to improve the energy efficiency of their properties.…
Read MoreWho Says There’s No Money in Recycling?
Where’s there’s an EBITDA, there’s a way. In communities with recycling programs, the good news goes well beyond the community benefits. The recyclers are making materials recycling into good business…
Read MoreSix At-Home BearWise Basics
Never Feed or Approach Bears Intentionally feeding bears or allowing them to find anything that smells or tastes like food teaches bears to approach homes and people looking for more.…
Read MoreAnd Speaking of Wildlife…
From the NC Wildlife Commission, a few words about being “Bearwise” and safe! Six Outdoor BearWise Basics BearWise® – Created and Supported by State Wildlife Agencies and Bear Biologists •…
Read MoreWhere the Wildlife is . . .
Sharing our space with our wild neighbors. Hundreds of thousands of properties successfully provide space for buildings and also create habitat for wildlife. This includes songbirds, and literally countless other…
Read MoreWhere’s Your Favorite Swimming Hole?
Let’s Talk about Our Favorite Swimming Spots! When it’s hot, and you’re thinking about where to go swimming, where’s your favorite spot? Let’s talk about your favorite spots and mine,…
Read MoreTo Bee or Not to Bee
Bees are working hard! Do you love flowers, fruit, and almost anything that grows? Bees are one of the key helpers in the process of growing these wonderful things. Though…
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