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In which states are people allowed to collect rainwater?

It may seem like the most natural thing to do, even a great use of rain water: collecting it. But did you know it could be illegal to do it in your state?

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These everyday items endanger the environment. Here’s how to handle them.

Products that can be hazardous to humans, animals and the environment often lurk in basements and clutter up cabinets. Here's how to dispose of them safely.
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How to furnish your home more sustainably

Here's how to keep old furniture out of landfills and choose new, sustainable pieces that will do minimal harm to the environment.

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Six nature-based solutions for gardeners to help fight climate change

Nature-based climate solutions have countless add-on benefits that relate to an improved natural environment, ranging from increased biodiversity to overall lower costs.

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Flood gardens to combat drought and biodiversity loss, says Natural England

This year has seen one of the driest summers on record, with most of the country still officially in drought. Millions of people in England are under hosepipe bans because of water shortages, and reservoir and river levels remain low.

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Mark Cullen and Ben Cullen: Simple tips to fight climate change with your gardens

Climate change can make us feel overwhelmed — and maybe helpless. But taking direct action in your own garden is one way to make a positive contribution to this major issue of our time, while enjoying the vast benefits of gardening.

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Tips to make laundry day more gentle on the environment

From swapping products and machines to using machines less and with lower temperatures, individual actions can add up in terms of environmental benefit and lower utility bills.
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