Carter Gilson’s favorite thing to do at a playground is picking up trash.
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You can start growing a fall harvest this week | Column
Autumn produce responds well to container gardening, no yard needed.
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Give away that unwanted clothing | Column
Where to donate wearable, undamaged clothing so it won’t end up in a landfill.
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The other 4,000 bees besides honey bees | Column
Wild bees will pollinate your tomatoes better if you give them a place to live.
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Buy the wind, catch the sun for cleaner electricity | Column
You can put more renewable energy on the grid, regardless of whether you rent or own your residence.
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Slow food is sustainable food | Column
Local farmers working at a small scale generally favor crop rotation and plant many different crops to regenerate the soil, break pest cycles and preserve agricultural diversity.
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Your best sunscreen may be a shirt you already own | Column
A long-sleeve shirt, a wide-brimmed hat and shade protect you better than any lotion, but when sunscreen is necessary, follow these tips.
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Have the greenest cookout this Memorial Day weekend with sustainable grilling | Column
Charcoal, propane and electric — the environmental gap between them is bigger than most people guess.
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Our Green Plate Special columnist says goodbye
Christine Burns Rudalevige has written our recipe column on sustainable food and eating for a dozen years.
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South Portland residents find new homes for unwanted items through city’s swap events
The city’s sustainability and parks and rec departments have encouraged residents to offer their unwanted items to others who might want them. The next swap is June 11.