Wasting food is a major problem for our environment, economy, and communities, especially when so many families are food insecure. CET acts as a catalyst nationwide to accelerate the development of a vibrant marketplace aimed at diverting wasted food from the commercial and institutional sectors. In Rhode Island, CET works directly with businesses to
This Earth Day, celebrate sustainability with your plate! Even though we feel like every day should be Earth Day, today is a good reminder of all the things we can do to help the planet. Recent studies estimate that our global food system, the complex web of industries involved in producing, transporting, and marketing food
Have you heard of induction cooking? Are you wondering what all the buzz is about? Or perhaps you’re a homeowner wondering if induction stoves are worth the switch? The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) has launched a campaign, Cooking with Magnets, to help you answer those questions! What is Induction Cooking? Unlike gas, propane, and electric
There are so many ways to reduce waste on Valentine’s Day, especially when it comes to gifts. Although it may not be traditional, it doesn’t mean the gift or experience will be worth any less! Valentine’s Day is next week, so if you haven’t figured out what to gift your loved one(s), here are some
Weatherization Works! On January 31, we held our Weatherization Works webinar. If you missed the webinar, or want to revisit a topic we covered, check out the recording below! Weatherizing your home is an easy fix that can greatly increase your comfort while decreasing living costs. The focuses of the webinar included home energy efficiency,