Stories by Gwen Schantz
Gwen Schantz is a freelance writer and environmental consultant based in Brooklyn, New York. Her background is in sustainable food and agriculture, water conservation and international sustainable development, and she has lived and worked in West Africa and Southeast Asia. Gwen has a Bachelors Degree in International Studies from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Posted on Mar 20, 2009, Source: AlterNet
From a White House garden to rule changes at factory farms, the era of industrial ag calling the shots is changing.
Posted on Mar 10, 2009, Source: AlterNet
It's not just TP that we're addicted to. Paper products make up the largest portion of our waste stream and cutting back has never been easier.
Posted on Feb 9, 2009, Source: AlterNet
From blocking out the sun with "space shields" to fertilizing the oceans with carbon-consuming algae, will the magic of science save us?
Posted on Dec 23, 2008, Source: AlterNet
Forced to pinch pennies, Americans are finding clever ways to cut back. A break in the consumption cycle may be a good thing in the long run.
