As the weather gets colder, it only makes sense that I’m craving hot java, right? But it seems that there are some people who think differently when it comes to coffee. Here’s a story about jewelry made with coffee beans. And another about java fuel–for cars. It’s that outside-the-box thinking that’s going to change the world, one bean at a [...]

Green Festival™ hits Washington, D.C., November 8 & 9 at the Washington Convention Center, and San Francisco, Calif., November 14, 15 & 16 at the Concourse Exhibition Center. Green Festival is a joint project of Global Exchange and Co-op America, is akin to a walk through a sustainable community. The festival features more than 125 renowned authors, leaders [...]

If you’ve ever contemplated going vegan, now’s the time during World Go Vegan Days, which started October 25 and run through October 31. Created by In Defense of Animals (IDA), World Go Vegan Days is an annual event to educate people about the vegan lifestyle. During World Go Vegan Days, IDA encourages people to become conscious of what [...]

Fall is my favorite time of year for many reasons (my wedding anniversary is in October, I love Halloween–scary movies in particular, we adopted our dog in October, the trees are pretty, the air is crisp and clean, etc.). Plus, I start seeing one of my favorite types of produce in the stores this time of [...]

Don’t know beans about beans? Never fear! Here’s a quick lesson on beans, which pack quite a powerful healthy punch (they are high in protein, and may also help protect against heart disease, diabetes, and obesity). Kidney Beans (pictured above) These red beans are often found in chili and contain almost as much antioxidant power as wild blueberries. Navy [...]