I felt the need to write and apologize for not blogging since March 2011. Lots has happened in the wake of my absence. The Green Project has continued to support the many outside Environmental Groups. Operation Splash, Sludgestoppers and Surfriders.   The continued success of our many events, Greenfest, Green Seminar Series, and GreenDrinks have branded us nice in the communities of Island Park, Oceanside, Merrick, Wantagh, Seaford, Bellmore, Port Jefferson, and our hometown of Long Beac...

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In preparation for Earth Day, The Green Project of Long Island will host the Green Seminar Series: What is Solar Energy? Is It Affordable on April 6, 2011 at 6:30pm at TD Bank in Long Beach. Come one and All, event is free and there will be refreshments served. Did everyone observe Earth Hour last night? If you didnt get a chance to turn out your lights for one hour, try it again tonight and every night. The more energy saved is less consumed. For more information, you may access EarthHour.org ...

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Hello all ~ you can't help but watch the news on TV and feel such tremendous sorrow and compassion for the people affected by the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.  As if that weren't enough, they have been hit with heavy snow, (many with no heat), numerous aftershocks, and now... a nuclear nightmare is now quite possible. I can't even imagine any one of these situations alone, yet they are facing all of these tremendous challenges - as well as the loss of family members and friends. I...

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My Call to Action for JAPAN The strongest earthquake in modern Japanese history has left its’ mark and the toll on its country has yet to be taken.  My heart hurts for those suffering in Japan.   As I wrap my arms around my family here, I am encouraged to know that all of you will join me in offering your prayers, energy and support.  The role I play in my life, is to share with people how to live healthier, happier and wealthier as a distributor for Shaklee Corpor...

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As Winter bears down on us once again. It is important to remember that the snow as wonderful as it is, is and remains a haven for toxic chemicals to harm our environment and our waters. Taking refuge from the snow by using harmful ice melts get into our streets and wash down our storm drains and sewer lines. These impediments eventually get to our waters, all waters including our drinking water. Be vigilant when you snow shovel. Remove all snows from storm drains and anywhere where dirty snow m...

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Thank you for the article SUSTAINLANE.com Fall/Winter Dryness, Your Skin, and What You Can Do About It. Fall is nearly here and Winter is on the way, and though they bring us gifts like the holidays and a change in season, they also bring us dryness. The air is naturally drier in the winter and dry skin symptoms often get worse. There are a few simple things you can do that will help keep your skin happy through the winter and all year long. First, stay well hydrated. Your skin is a reflect...

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As the year comes to a close, we reflect here at The Green Project of Long Island on what we leave behind and what we take into the new year on an enviromental, ecological, home living and healthy eating scope. The Green Project of Long Island launched The Green Seminar Series in Long Beach and throughout Nassau County. We spoke at various civic and charitable organizations on various topics that effect everyday living. Our partnerships with LIPA & National Grid proved to be successful as we...

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Warning: It's not safe to swim or fish in Reynolds Channel. In March, the Bay Park Sewage Treatment Plant released 46 percent more suspended solids than legally allowable and continues to dump 40 times the legal limit. Long Beach resident Scott Bochner is filming the brown plume, documenting illegal dumping and reporting spills to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. SPLASH President Rob Weltner, Point Lookout Civic Association Co-Chair Gerry Ottavino, Nassau County Le...

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Thanks to Melaleuca for educating me on detergents vs natural formulas to clean our clothes.  I have tried their detergents for our clothes in the family and i am impressed on how the melapower for cleaning our clothes is really making a difference in our families budget. I am equally impressed at the fabric softener and color cleaning. Using an all natural product to clean clothes is safe for our family as well as the environment. An interesting piece comes to me from my friend Barbra Her...

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What a great time of the year when the farmers yield in their harvest. The Farmers Markets are a perfect time to get truly organically grown veggies & fruits. Shop locally and buy locally grown foods every season. Now is the time to reap the fruits of the season, and Go Green.

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