(Natural News) The Aloha State could be the country’s leader in renewable energy as it moves toward getting 100 percent of its power needs from both solar and wind sources by 2045. As of this year, Hawaii gets around 33 percent of its power needs from rooftop solar, although there are days when the percentage […]

(Natural News) Nobody wants to live in a dirty home. You can sweep and wipe as much as you like, but your home can still be “dirty”. More than just dust and grime, toxic chemicals can lurk inside and outside your home. These unhealthy pollutants can harm your family by increasing your risk to disease […]

(Natural News) The German government has announced that they are considering making public transport free in five of their most polluted cities in a bid to control environmental pollution. The official statement was given in response to increasing pressure from the European Union (EU) to tackle the country’s deadly air pollution. The proposal was written […]

(Natural News) More often than not, you can find the solution to your ailment in nature. That unassuming-looking weed can actually be a cure for stomach flu or something else. Here, we look at some of the best medicinal plants to have and grow in your garden. While there are many more excellent medicinal plants […]

(Natural News) If you want to use a natural and non-toxic weed killer in your garden or homestead, try some horticultural vinegar. You can use this kind of vinegar to keep your garden free of weeds. It is effective for weed control and it is also an eco-friendly option that does not include any harmful […]

(Natural News) Our relationship with the fig tree is one for the books: It’s one of the first crops that we’ve learned to cultivate (predating even wheat), and we’ve been enjoying its sweet, juicy fruit ever since. Of course, the fact that figs are ridiculously easy to propagate could be a significant factor in why our […]

(Natural News) Anybody who grows plants, whether it’s in a garden or a farm, knows how big a problem weeds can be. They can a huge challenge for organic farmers who cannot use synthetic herbicides lest they lose their organic certification. Propane-fueled flame weeding is just one of several alternative tools and approaches being developed to […]

(Natural News) The Chilean salt flats are somewhat of a juxtaposition. On the surface, it’s the perfect picture of a life detached from technology, what with its idyllic landscapes and breathtaking nature. However, what lies beneath is an element that powers most devices in the modern world – lithium. That said, the country doesn’t just have lithium […]

(Natural News) The ability to grow your own food is a valuable skill for anyone who is planning to go for a self-sustaining way of life. However, the type of land you have plays a major role in growing plants and crops. In order to start planting and growing your own produce, you need to […]

(Natural News) When you choose to move off the grid and start prepping, this doesn’t mean you have to give up access to all modern conveniences. Some urban preppers who wish to save on their electricity bills use solar power, which is also a suitable choice for those who don’t want to rely on traditional power sources. (h/t […]