Category Archives: Energy Resources

Breaking Habits is Hard to Do

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Eva

Whether eating, exercising, or something else, it’s hard to change the routines we’re used to. But humans are adaptable. We can adjust to practically anything, and this is great news when it comes to changing habits. As I learn more about global … Continue reading →

Posted in Book/TV/Movies, Energy Resources, Family | Tagged activation energy, adaptability, habits, happiness, shawn achor | 7 Comments

We can Adapt to Anything

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Eva

Humans can get used to just about anything. Isn’t that amazing? We are great at hedonic adaptation – also known as “getting used to stuff.” After an adjustment period, we can recalibrate our happiness even in unfortunate circumstances. We adapt when a … Continue reading →

Posted in Energy Resources, Family, Water | Tagged adapt, green-minded, habits, hedonic adaptation, hedonic treadmill, human nature, routine | 3 Comments

Brushing Your Teeth Should Feel Good

Posted on November 12, 2013 by alyssabdh

On a recent early Fall day, in the wee hours of morning, about 20 MOMs employees showed up at the parking lot in College Park and piled our sleepy selves onto a mini-bus for a trip to adorable Kutztown, PA … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Energy Resources, Local, Recycling | Tagged bristling machine, cranberry floss, ergonomic, Kidz, Kutztown PA, left-handed, oral health, Original, Radius, recycled rubber, right-handed, Scuba, solar panels, Source, toothbrush, Totz | Leave a comment

Let’s talk about Lightbulbs

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Eva

Is anyone else confused about lightbulbs? I know there are different kinds, and some are considered better for the environment than others. Which is which? For most people, here are our lightbulb choices: Incandescent: makes light by passing an electric … Continue reading →

Posted in Energy Resources, Recycling | Tagged CFL, energy conservation, energy efficiency, LED, LED lighting, LED lights, light bulbs, lights | 8 Comments

A Visit to BioSphere: Montreal

Posted on July 19, 2013 by alyssabdh

My husband and I took a trip to Montreal this Spring and had a great time. There are many great things about the city, which is known among many other things, to be rather forward-thinking when it comes to environmental … Continue reading →

Posted in Climate Change, Ecology, Energy Resources, Family, Water | Tagged acrobats, admission, air pollution, Biosphere, environmental education, experiments, fabric, fashion, fee, hypothesis, Montreal, museum, outfits, parking, review, TOHU, tourism, travel, water conservation, water pollution | Leave a comment

My Journey in Environmental Restoration (E.R.)

Posted on May 26, 2013 by kristabeck809

As I come close to five years working for MOM’s, I am amazed by how much I have been able to learn and experience. I have met and learned from so many great people within and associated with the company. … Continue reading →

Posted in Composting, Ecology, Employment, Energy Resources, Gardening, Green Careers, Natural Health, Organic Food, Pets, Recycling, Reuse | Tagged A Thyme to Plant Farm, Baltimore, BARCS, beautiful nutrient, bottled water, CFL bulbs, Clean Currents, compost, Conservation, cruelty-free, curbside recycling, energy efficiency, environmental restoration, gluten free, green benefit, holistic medical, hybrid vehicle, Klean Kanteen, kombucha, local shlters, MD SPCA, methane gas, Mrs Meyers, Organic Mechanics, parsley plus, pesticide application, recycle batteries, recycling maniacs, renewable energy, renewable energy credit, Round Up, Seventh Generation, Southern Exposure, Story of Bottled Water movie, sustainable seafood, tire pressure, vegetarian | Leave a comment

The Tiny House People

Posted on April 11, 2013 by kristabeck809

I generally don’t get sick, and I even made it out alive during the massive flu epidemic. But last week marked my first illness in quite some time. Oh well, you can’t beat them all! One afternoon I decided to … Continue reading →

Posted in Book/TV/Movies, Ecology, Energy Resources, Family, Reuse | Tagged consumerism, environmental documentary, minimalism, tiny house, waste, we the tiny house people | 5 Comments

3 Free and Easy Tips for Conservation at Home

Posted on March 6, 2013 by alyssabdh

I learned a while ago the valuable lessons of which appliances sucked up the most energy when we had a 4-day black out, and had only a tiny generator to run a few necessities. First off: things that blow, suck … Continue reading →

Posted in Energy Resources, Reuse, Water | Tagged bath towel, black out, blow, blow dryer, clothers dryer, clothesline, conservation tips, drying rack, energy conservation, flower water, gallons, generator, green tips, hang dry, heat, household, laundry spray, microfiber towel, pitcher, running water, spray bottle, suck, water conservation, water filter | 2 Comments

The Journey to the Age of Renewable Energy

Posted on January 24, 2013 by charisomatic

“We, the people, still believe that our obligations as Americans are not just to ourselves, but to all posterity. We will respond to the threat of climate change, knowing that the failure to do so would betray our children and … Continue reading →

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Finally! MOMs in Merrifield.. and Tips for Shopping at MOMs

Posted on September 11, 2012 by alyssabdh

Thursday is the big day! MOMs in Merrifield will open at the Mosaic District at Lee Hwy & Gallows Rd in Fairfax, Virginia. Here’s our detailed map. Merrifield MOMs is possibly our most exciting venue to date — as always, … Continue reading →