Month: March 2023
Lime-Based Paints: An Eco-Friendly Alternative
Photo Attribution: Photographs by Gnangarra via Wikimedia Commons Lime-based paints have been around for centuries and have been used for a variety of purposes, including interior and exterior wall coatings, frescoes, and murals. These paints have gained popularity in recent years due to their unique properties, environmental friendliness, and durability. In this blog post, I… Read More
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Sustainability at Cornell University
Image Attribution: Kenneth C. Zirkel, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Cornell University is a world-renowned institution that prides itself on its commitment to sustainability. Over the years, the university has implemented a range of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainable practices on campus. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer… Read More
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Solar PV vs Solar Thermal: A Basic Explanation
Solar energy represents only 1.5% of the total US energy supply, but it is undoubtedly the one most frequently referenced when the average person thinks about clean and renewable energy. With more and more people looking to switch to solar power for their energy needs, we thought it would be a good idea to explain… Read More
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About The National Conservation Training Center
Sustainable Summer runs the Sc3 program in partnership with the Green Schools Alliance and The National Conservation Training Center (NCTC). In this blog post, we’ll talk a bit about NCTC. NCTC is a unique training facility located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The center is operated by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and… Read More