Haley Paul

Haley Paul

Haley Paul is an Arizona State University graduate student studying sustainability with particular interests in food systems and in what encourages people to make more environmentally-friendly decisions.


Older › Showing 10 of 31

After the Storm

Haley Paul, October 5th, 2009

Given the recent onslaught of storms responsible for flooding Atlanta, killing eight people and causing an estimated $250 million in damages to homes, roads and other infrastructure, it is important to consider the recovery and cleanup that takes place after a storm. Additionally, with climate change predicted to amplify the intensity and the number of climate events such as ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged basics, composting, constructionmaterials, homeappliances, ideas, noteworthy, organicwaste, refrigerator, trees, washeranddryer, wood

Published in Construction


Cheat Sheet: Organic

Haley Paul, September 14th, 2009

By now, many of us have crossed paths at the supermarket with an organic food product. Whether it’s extra virgin olive oil sporting the USDA certified organic seal, snack crackers “made with organic ingredients” or organic apples shipped in from New Zealand, organic foods are increasingly available and widespread. Thirty years ago, however, this was not the case, as organic ... read more

4 Comments

Tagged basics, cheatsheet, energy, fertilizers, fuel, fungicides, grass, herbicides, ideas, noteworthy, organic, pesticides

Published in Garden


Cheat Sheet: Biodegradable

Haley Paul, September 7th, 2009

Biodegradable. It’s a term that's thrown around a lot these days. And with items ranging from disposable flatware and diapers to bags and balloons now available under the auspices of "biodegradability," it is important to get the facts on what it all means. Who Says? Companies such as Coca-Cola, Solo Cup, International Paper, Glad, Whole Foods and ... read more

7 Comments

Tagged basics, cheatsheet, composting, ideas, noteworthy, organic, organicwaste, packaging, reduce

Published in Garden


American Airlines, ReCORK Partner to Recycle Wine Corks

Haley Paul, August 31st, 2009

There has been significant progress over the last few decades to encourage more recycling around the U.S., and countless partnerships and opportunities still remain when it comes to recycling some not-so-obvious items. Take the new partnership with American Airlines, ReCORK America and Sodexo, a food and facilities management service, for example. American Airlines decided to donate all of the corks ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, trees, wood

Published in Household


Cheat Sheet: Composting

Haley Paul, August 31st, 2009

According to the EPA, 24 percent of the U.S. municipal solid waste stream is composed of food remnants and yard trimmings. If these materials were diverted to another use that kept them out of the trash, a significant portion of the country's everyday waste could be recovered for reuse. Enter: composting. Grass clippings, food scraps and yard ... read more

9 Comments

Tagged basics, cheatsheet, composting, ideas, noteworthy, organicwaste

Published in General


‘Cash for Clunkers’ Wrap Up: What Happens Now?

Haley Paul, August 28th, 2009

The government program dubbed the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS), more commonly known as “Cash for Clunkers,” ended Aug. 24. Besides loads of paperwork, some sluggish Web sites and pending rebates, car dealerships across the U.S. are calling the government’s Cash for Clunkers program a major success in terms of moving vehicles off their lots, something that has been ... read more

2 Comments

Tagged autobodies, basics, ideas, noteworthy, recycle

Published in Automotive


Cheat Sheet: Biofuel

Haley Paul, August 24th, 2009

Biofuels are a growing topic of debate, especially in the past five years as national sentiments supporting energy independence and alternative fuels have gained momentum. As the U.S. continues legislating, developing and promoting alternative fuels to supplement, and possibly replace, fossil fuels such as coal and oil (e.g. some of the provisions in the House-approved Clean Energy and Security Act), ... read more

15 Comments

Tagged basics, energy, fuel, ideas, noteworthy, organicwaste

Published in General


Is an Alternative to Pesticides Hiding in Your Pantry?

Haley Paul, August 21st, 2009

Trying to rid your garden of those annoying aphids, catastrophic caterpillars and monstrous mites, but don’t want to add artificial chemicals to your garden by spraying pesticides? If so, look no further for a natural alternative than that box of herbs you have sitting on your windowsill. Ok, so not all of us have an herb garden growing by ... read more

3 Comments

Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, organic, pesticides

Published in Garden


Ford Study Examines Impact of Water-Based Paints

Haley Paul, August 21st, 2009

Kermit had it right even before it was cool: It ain’t easy being green. Sometimes, it can be difficult to determine which options are the best for the environment, and why. For example, you probably have some go-to, can’t-go-wrong green moves that you do every day, like setting the thermostat a little higher, biking when you can and taking your reusable ... read more

8 Comments

Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, paint

Published in Hazardous


Green Initiatives Abound in the Construction Industry

Haley Paul, August 17th, 2009

The green construction industry appears to be growing as more and more companies roll out eco-friendly initiatives. For example, Florida-based Masco Home Services, Inc. has been serving its clientele with its “Environments for Living” program since 2001. According to Reuters, the initiative assists builders in “constructing homes that are more energy efficient, comfortable and durable than conventional code-built ... read more

No Comments

Tagged basics, carpet, carpetpadding, energy, ideas, noteworthy

Published in Construction


1 2 3 4 Older ›

Advertise with us

Earth911

Earth911 is an environmental services company that addresses solutions for products' end-of-life for both businesses and consumers.


News & Lifestyle

Recycling 101

Business Solutions