Not all energy is created equally. Taylor and Deanne discuss ways you can balance your demand for energy to make it more efficient. They also discuss the future of renewable energy and some current roadblocks in the way of making solar, biomass

How you can help those affected by the raging California wildfires

Oct 28th, 2019 12m 3s

The California wildfires are sweeping the state and displacing a massive population. Homes are being lost, evacuation centers are at capacity, pets need fostering, and people need your help. Deanne and Taylor discuss various funds to support fi

Climate Change and the Rise of Wildfires

Oct 21st, 2019 15m 30s

As more greenhouse gas emissions enter our atmosphere, climate change takes effect. Drier regions become drier, making wildfires more prevalent. Wildfires not only devastate the area of the fire, but also contribute to the high carbon levels in

The Real Effect of Rising Sea Level

Oct 7th, 2019 12m 9s

We constantly hear about rising sea level and the threats to our planet, but what does it actually mean? Deanne and Taylor dive into the topic of melting ice caps, CO2 emissions, and how rising sea levels will impact (and already are) our lives

The UN Climate Summit, Greta Thunberg, and You

Sep 30th, 2019 18m 37s

The speech that Greta Thunberg delivered at the UN Climate Summit has sparked an out pour of responses regarding the state of our planet and the lack of ambition from world leaders to make real change. Deanne and Taylor recap the Climate Summit

Sustainable Travel is Smart Travel

Sep 23rd, 2019 17m 46s

Traveling makes up 8% of global carbon emissions annually! Taylor and Deanne discuss ways to get that number lower without reducing how often you take vacation. Think about where you stay, how you get there, where you shop and much more. It's t

Navigating The Recycling Maze: Plastic Waste

Sep 16th, 2019 16m 36s

It can be daunting to feel confident when recycling something that you're unsure of. Is this recyclable? Will it contaminate other recyclables? Does my recycling facility accept this? Should I just hold onto it until I know hoe to recycle it pr

What's Actually Happening To The Great Barrier Reef

Sep 9th, 2019 15m

The Great Barrier Reef is home to more than 1,500 species of fish, 411 types of hard coral, one-third of the world's soft corals, 134 species of sharks and rays, six of the world's seven species of threatened marine turtles, and more than 30 sp

Teaching Kids How To Live A Greener Life

Sep 2nd, 2019 14m 26s

Habits are the easiest way to live a greener life, and the best time to start those habits to make them long lasting? As a kid! Teach your kids the importance of recycling, eating plant based, reducing energy and water usage, shopping local and

Deforestation: How The Earth's Lungs Are Dying

Aug 26th, 2019 14m 18s

Wildfires, Logging, Agriculture, Urbanization are just a few of the ways in which our forests are being destroyed. Not only do trees reduce carbon from the environment, when they die, they release carbon into the atmosphere. As forests die the

How The Food We Eat Impacts Climate Change

Aug 19th, 2019 16m 58s

Farming, of any type, takes up land which contributes to deforestation. Cows release methane, a major Greenhouse Gas. Transportation of food takes gas, which releases emissions into the air. Packaging of food contributes to landfill as well as

How To Make Your Home More Efficient

Aug 12th, 2019 17m 49s

Our homes are where we spend a good chunk of our time, and in turn, end up using a lot of energy. There are tons of changes that you can make today to make your home more efficient. Switching to LED light bulbs, changing your hot water temperat

Why We Care: Deanne and Taylor's Green Living Inspiration

Aug 5th, 2019 10m 2s

Everyone has a different awareness level of Climate Change and how we as individuals fit in to it. Deanne and Taylor share their stories of how they became aware and inspired to make changes to their own lives and to share with others in hopes

A Greener Route: Transportation Options

Jul 29th, 2019 10m 33s

We all know that cars in general are bad for the environment. From oil drilling to gas emissions, the planet suffers from these convenient transportation devices. Fortunately, there are plenty of other options that aren't quite as bad. With Bus

Reuse, Reuse, Reuse!

Jul 22nd, 2019 12m 26s

Everyone knows the big ones: water bottles, coffee mugs, and grocery bags. If those are the only ones you reuse, it's still something. And if you don't at least partake in the big three, try it out! Taylor and Deanne dive into the other things

How do I Recycle?

Jul 15th, 2019 9m 55s

Compost, recycle, glass, plastic, paper, waste, oh my! Recycling can be confusing, but don't let that deter you from trying. Find areas where you can make easy changes and go from there. Taylor and Deanne discuss the ways in which they practice

The History of Climate Change and How Humans Have Accelerated It

Jul 8th, 2019 6m 34s

Climate change is nothing new. Scientists have studied it and seen cycles of high and low climates for over 150,000 years. Hopefully everyone already knows that it is at its highest it's ever been before, which, unfortunately is proven to be du

Welcome to Easy Being Green

Jul 1st, 2019 8m 4s

Taylor Powers and Deanne Tetzl, the hosts of Easy Being Green introduce themselves and give backgrounds as to what got them to where they are today and why they are doing this show. Coming from different backgrounds and different generations,

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