The Tragedy of the LA Fire Disaster and What We Need to Learn
By Alliance for Sustainability President Terry Gips Devastating and heartbreaking. All of us at the Alliance are filled with sadness about the loss of life, homes and communities in the …
Take Action: Forever Chemicals, Forever Harm — Act Now to Protect Our Water
PFAS chemicals contaminate our water and pose serious health risks. Credit: Paul China/Getty Images By Katie Block, Alliance Intern at Wellesley College ‘25 PFAS chemicals, often called “forever chemicals,” are …
Inspiration: Reflecting on Jimmy Carter from Inside the White House – 35 Years Ahead on Climate
President Jimmy Carter at the dedication ceremony of the solar hot water heating panels on top of the White House, June 20, 1979. Participants included (behind him beginning with the …
Sustainability Tip: The Dirty Dozen vs. The Clean Fifteen – Reducing Toxic Pesticides in Your Produce
The Environmental Working Group has released its annual 2024 Dirty Dozen™ and 2024 Clean Fifteen™ lists to help consumers avoid toxic pesticide residues. Credit: Environmental Working Group By Alliance Communications …
Song of the Week: Holy Ground (The Whole World Depends on You) featuring Larry Long & American Roots Revue
By Alliance President Terry Gips What can you say about a deeply moving song that gives people hope and gets them up on their feet cheering and dancing every time? …
Food for Thought: Breaking the Cynicism Trap — A Fresh Look at Trust and Collaboration
“I would consider myself a recovering cynic, not recovered. This practicing hope takes time, the same way that practicing running or yoga takes time. It takes effort. But most things …
Health & Wellness: From Winter Funk to Wellness — Tackling Seasonal Blues
While some people thrive in the cold, around 10% of Americans find themselves in a “winter funk,” while others struggle with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a form of depression. By …
