Rose Schipano, Author at Green Inside and Out

Drinking Dark Waters? Learn More About Why YOU Should Care About PFAS Chemicals

Activism, Health, Water / By Rose Schipano

When out shopping for kitchenware, for those of us tired of food sticking to pans, the words “non-stick” may catch our attention. Similarly, when we want clothing that can handle poor weather conditions, we look for waterproof fabrics. Though these products certainly provide us with convenience, the chemicals utilized to create the non-stick, water-proof phenomena …

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How to Help Groups Directly Fighting the Amazon Fires

Activism, Climate Change / By Rose Schipano

Do you feel concerned about the Amazon fires in the Amazon? We would like to share our research on the causes of this problem, as well as ideas on how you can help to make a change.The Amazon Rainforest remains an integral symbol to our planet’s natural history. This massive rainforest that encompasses most of …

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What Kind of Water Filter Should You Have?

Health, New York, Water / By Rose Schipano

Water is a necessity for humans, animals and plants. As we take steps to clean up our oceans, lakes, and rivers, so too we must pay attention to the quality of water in our homes and communities. Municipal water treatment facilities are responsible for maintaining the quality of drinking water by removing many harmful contaminants …

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Recycling in Long Island is Changing

2 Comments / New York, Plastic, Waste / By Rose Schipano

Recycling in Long Island is changing. The U.S. used to sell much of its recyclables to China. But last year, China banned the import of most recyclables. Suddenly, municipalities including our local LI towns, had no place to bring their recyclables. The recycling center in Brookhaven actually shut down due to this change. Several towns …

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Green Strategies for Pet Care

Green Products, Health, Waste / By Rose Schipano

Throughout human history, we have shared our lives with animals we call “pets.” For practical reasons such as herding or for recreational joy and companionship, pets have been integral in our lives and are now often considered family members. To care for their well-being, we can support products and lifestyles that protect and respect …

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Vote for the Environment on Election Day

Activism, Clean Energy, Climate Change, Health, Plastic, Waste / By Rose Schipano

The 2018 November midterm election is Tuesday, November 6th and is crucial as we vote for congressional leaders that that can either strengthen or weaken national environmental laws. As voters, we should be aware that our votes have far-reaching consequences. Though not well reported by mainstream media, the current federal leadership has been actively …

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