by Johanna Garrison
There is no set prescription for combatting hopelessness or gloom, but personally, I have found, time and again, that getting my hands dirty and observing new beginnings is one of the simplest, purest life-affirming acts there is.
Sowing My Way to Sanity
By Dianna Goodwin
I am trying to downsize. In 2025, my New Year’s resolution was to get rid of something every day. The first item I got rid of was a box of extra long matches that had been floating around our house for
By Amy Durland
For more than three decades, Saratoga Springs has embraced a unique vision: our community is the “City in the Country.” This is more than a slogan—it is the foundation of an intentional and forward-thinking Comprehensive Plan that recognizes the importance of both our vibrant downtown
Sustainable Saratoga is a not-for-profit organization that promotes sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources through education, advocacy and action, for the benefit of current and future generations in the Saratoga Springs area. The November 4, 2025 election offers an opportunity to raise and discuss
by Johanna Garrison
When I was introduced to the realm of wildlife gardening ten years ago, I had no idea how much I needed to unlearn. For ages, I had followed
by John McMahon
With the annual Spring migration over North America well underway for a wide variety of bird species, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced this year’s Lights Out initiative to protect birds as they migrate. It directs State-owned and managed buildings to turn off non-essential outdoor lighting from 11p.m. to
No Mow May is a movement that encourages people to provide food for insect pollinators by refraining from mowing their lawns in the early part of the growing season. Spring is a critical time for insects emerging from hibernation – they wake up
By Judi Knispel
A Climate Action Plan (CAP) is a framework document for measuring, tracking and reducing greenhouse gas emissions while adopting climate adaptation measures. Government officials use these documents to address the impact of climate change in their communities. Climate Action Plans include
One of the biggest contributors to one’s carbon footprint is transportation—specifically, gas-powered vehicles. Your mileage will vary, so to speak, but according to the EPA, a typical passenger car emits about 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year, producing about 404 grams of
