Heat waves can be very uncomfortable, expensive, and even dangerous if not taken seriously. This article talks about how to prepare yourself and your home to manage extreme temperatures this summer.
Several helpful tips to maintain good indoor air quality during wildfires season, including what the Air Quality Index is, and how to clean the air inside.
Learn about the new Clean Energy Charging feature on your iPhone and how it’s helping to promote renewable energy adoption.
Explore eco-friendly kids' books about climate change, inspiring the next generation to protect our planet.
7 ways to use natural ingredients to tackle your regular chores. Vinegar, lemon, baking soda and more!
Everything you need to know about New York City’s new waste management programs, which lead with sustainability.
Some unique ideas on how to make your kids’ living space energy efficient and green! Everything you need to know.
Early planning and sustainable practices can make your summer garden both bountiful and environmentally friendly, everything you need to know.
Host eco-friendly kid parties with sustainable decor, activities, and gifts. Celebrate joyfully while caring for our planet!
Discover eco-friendly tips for a sustainable bedroom - save energy, sleep better, and go green!
Learn the basics of composting, from its impact on climate change to simple steps for starting your own compost pile.
Discover how to create a fun, imaginative playroom that teaches kids about sustainability and respects our planet.
Stay safe and prepared during extreme cold by staying indoors, ensuring your car and home are winter-ready, and taking special care of pets and plants.
Clearing the air: a candid exploration of the distinct realities behind clean, green, and renewable energy.
Find out how New Yorkers make smart, eco-conscious commuter decisions, weighing options from cycling to the subway to electric vehicle rideshares.
Discover which NYC power plants fuel the vibrant life of New York City and how the transition to green, more sustainable energy is coming along.
Find out which modes of transportation are the most sustainable for your next trip, and why it matters more than ever.
Find out what sets green, sustainable, and zero-waste living apart, and how to draw from each to enhance and personalize your eco-friendly approach.
Learn about the double benefits of environmental consciousness in your kitchen! Dive into practical tips for reducing food waste and creatively reusing everyday items, all while nurturing your budget and the planet.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by climate change? Read on for practical tips for turning that overwhelm and apathy into action, including how to talk to people around you and bring them along.
Take a peek into the world of responsible technology recycling, uncovering the dangers of improper disposal and the significance of giving our gadgets a second life.
Explore ways to keep the winter holidays sustainable in your shopping, cooking, traveling, and gift-giving!
Discover a variety of gifts under $50 that blend thoughtfulness with environmental responsibility, offering an array of sustainable options for those seeking to make a positive impact without overspending.
Explore our detailed evaluation of various ice melting products, focusing on their environmental friendliness and safety for both children and pets, in our latest guide
Book recommendations for kids, sci-fi fans, nonfiction nerds and policy wonks alike. You’ll find an interesting read for anyone on your list in OhmConnect’s list of climate books.
OhmConnect’s list of 9 easy gifts for the environmentalist in your life. Buying for someone trying to limit their carbon footprint can be tough, but we’ve got you covered!
In a world overflowing with plastic, knowing a bit about the types and their alternatives can make a massive difference to the environment.
Uncover the hidden environmental impact of disposable batteries and jump-start your journey towards greater sustainability at home with rechargeable alternatives.
Thanks to its geography, the United States experiences more than its share of extreme weather. Here’s how to prepare!
Impulse spending on Black Friday can spell unnecessary emissions on items that end up in a landfill. This year, approach Black Friday with a plan and some thought to reduce your carbon footprint.
Do “Made in USA” garment labels guarantee an ethically and sustainably produced product?
As the climate changes, we can expect more extreme weather in places that aren’t used to it. Learn what you need to know if you’re not used to cold weather but may be facing it!
Learn how to navigate recycling rules and adopt simple lifestyle changes to reduce single-use plastic waste in your daily life, regardless of where you live.
Learn why buying a living tree is better for the environment every year and how you can do so in the most 'green' way possible.
A little bit of planning goes a long way for the environment. Read our best tips for cooking, shopping, and traveling!
Try these things before reaching for the harshest chemicals when dealing with indoor pests.
Many of us will face freshwater shortages in the next decade. Learn more, including what you can do to help!
The basis of climate change action lies in the science behind habit-building.
A look at air quality measures and how to take control of the air you breathe
It’s migratory bird season; here’s how to do your part to save the birds and save some money while you’re at it.
Reducing food waste is an eco-friendly choice that stretches beyond just saving edible items.
Why Halloween can create a lot of waste and how you can be a more mindful participant in spooky fun!
The basics of reducing food waste like a professional chef
Groundwater depletion is a massive threat to the economy,
As we use more solar power, flattening the duck curve is becoming a bigger challenge.
Is vegan "leather" really better for the environment? Learn about the pros and cons of vegan and traditional leather.
12% of Americans consume 50% of the country's beef. Learn why we should try minimizing our red meat consumption.
Idalia information and avoiding climate change hopelessness
An aging and overworked electric grid is only part of the problem.
What does it mean when someone attributes their actions to carbon emissions or a corporation claims to be curbing their emissions, is it simply burning less fossil fuel as part of its business?
Passionate about a more sustainable future? A career in clean energy may be right for you! Here are five jobs in the clean energy sector to consider.
Since the pandemic, we look at our homes a bit differently. These home improvement (and money saving!) trends to save the planet look like they're here to stay.
Looking for some money saving New Year's resolutions this year? We've got five small changes to help you save money and help the planet in 2023.
Save the planet (and their wallet) this holiday season with our favorite energy-saving gift ideas for the home. They'll be thanking you for years!
Today, record-breaking heat waves have emerged with alarming frequency and more intensity than ever before. 64% of America is affected by extreme heat and can our renewable energy sources provide as extreme temperatures increase?
Take the stress (and supersized costs) out of your holiday planning this year
OhmConnect used the Environmental Protection's Agency's 2022 rankings to identify the metropolitan areas with the greatest number of Energy Star-certified buildings. The EPA identified the top 25 metros with the highest count of certified buildings as well as the top 10 in mid-size and top 10 in small metros. For comparison, the count of those metros with the most buildings are shown here based on the number of certified buildings per 1 million population. Because the EPA reports on just the top counts, some metros with fewer buildings but a higher rate per capita may not be listed here.
OhmConnect looks at the environmental impact of the wasted food, as well as the resources wasted in the lost food's production. Let's reduce our food waste, stat!
Want an easy way to teach kids about the environment? Here are our favorite educational (and fun!) ways to play outdoors and also teach a lesson.
OhmConnect is partnering with California State Parks Foundation this year in a shared mission to highlight these natural resources.
It's 2021 and action for the planet is needed more than ever. Here is a roundup of some of our favorite ways that kids can take action to help the planet this Earth Day.
Earth Hour 2021 is March 27th, from 8:30-9:30 PM. Will you unplug for the planet?
Halloween should be spooky, not *actually* scary.
Those tiny baby feet can leave a HUGE eco-footprint, but they don’t have to.
The region has become dryer, which transformed California’s iconic golden hillsides into kindling for a nightmarish fire season.
We’ve rounded up the absolute best ways to celebrate this year. (Psst - a few of them will even pay you!)
If renewable energy is the best thing since sliced bread, why don't we use it all the time?
Looking to reduce your carbon footprint? Here are the incentives available in California, and how to get the most bang for your home retrofit buck.
In 2017, it felt like the global media picked up all of the problems, and none of the solutions. To fix that, here are 14 of the best conservation stories from this year that you probably missed.
Who doesn't have "reducing screen time" on their to-do list? We've got 9 tips and tricks for reducing screen time for your and your kids this year.
Give gifts that will really help reduce your friends and family’s carbon footprint this holiday season.
The key is empowerment, not fear.
