Data from NASA shows that air pollution dropped significantly during pandemic triggered lockdowns. The NASA scientists found that the biggest drops in NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) had about 10 times more highways and interstates nearby than areas with [...]
Park(ing) Day is a worldwide event where people across the world temporarily repurpose street parking spaces into tiny parks and places for people to spend time outdoors. The inspiration behind parklets and streateries, started as a way to bring [...]
September 6 is National read a Book Day! We don’t know who created this national day and how it was created, but we are more than happy to celebrate it by recommending a few readings. We have asked around our office for everyone’s favorite books [...]
Though the number of businesses and jobs in the warehouse and distribution sector has grown significantly in our region—the ability to access these jobs has continued to be elusive for many. The PickUp program was specifically developed to [...]
National Senior Citizens’ Day August 21st is National Senior Citizen’s Day. The holiday was instituted in 1988 to help raise awareness about issues that affect senior citizens and their quality of life. We wanted to celebrate by highlighting [...]
This year back to school means getting out of the pajamas and out of the house! Besides shopping for new clothes and supplies, and planning school schedules– planning how to get to school is also important. Walking and Biking to school are [...]
In recent months, a few organizations conducted surveys to assess whether employees are ready to return to the office and what that return will look like. Most of the respondents say they would like to return to the office two or three days [...]
This month the Americans with Disabilities Act celebrated its 31st birthday. There is a lot to celebrate about ADA, including: Created reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities in the workplace Accommodations for people with [...]
How do we talk to children about transportation and the environment? The truth is, kids can learn anything if you adjust it for them. Kids are naturally curious and love to experience new things. Last month, we were invited by our friends [...]
Kids love their bikes because it gives them independence. When they have independence, their self-esteem and confidence improve. Having a bike can also teach them how to take care of their possessions and give them a sense of responsibility. [...]
