B-corporations are rapidly growing in Lancaster, PA as some companies are committing to high standards that evaluate their social and environmental performances. by Shaakirah Tate Do you have a taste for a delicious yogurt parfait with house-made baked oatmeal and…
Lancaster City Climate Action Plan
By Jack Wisniewski Lancaster city aims for 100% dependence on renewable electricity sources by 2025 Lancaster City’s Climate Action Plan will try to cut carbon emissions by 80% compared to levels recorded in 2017 by converting to renewable energy sources.…
The HUB Lends a Helping Hand to the Millersville Community
The HUB helps Millersville University students fight campus hunger and provides a sense of community to the entire MU campus.By: Kayla Young The HUB is a division of the First United Methodist Church on Millersville University’s Campus. The goal of…
Recycling the Lancaster Way
Recycling In Lancaster by Chazz Sapp Recycling is important, but make sure it’s correct. It is more than just filling your recycling bin up to the brim. When it comes to recycling, many people believe that it is just about…
Crisis in the Susquehanna
Issues with contaminants in the Susquehanna River Basin could lead to problems in multiple ecosystems and water quality overall. By Justin Gibson Over the past few months it has become more and more apparent to me that there is a…
Sustainable Composites LLC Rejuvenating Wasted Leather
Sustainable Composites LLC takes wasted leather scraps to recreate usable leather products By Jordan Satterfield Leather has become a staple material for various types of products that the world uses everyday. You go outside, you see a stranger walking down…
Lancaster County: “We Are Still In”
Lancaster City and Millersville University have signed the “We Are Still In” declaration to uphold the Paris Climate Agreement.
Water well pumps: a sustainable water source of the future
by Josh Shisler A Well Water Pump is a great way to make a sustainable water source. The water well pump works by using suction. The shallow well pump works by eliminating the air on the surface of the pump…
Walk Works in Lancaster
by Britnee Glasco New opportunity for fun, safe, and free physical activity Walk works is a program that promotes safe walking routes, offers social support, and addresses local policies to keep routes safe. Exercising is a task that many individuals…
Making Use of Unusable Land
Bringing Lancaster County’s Farming Heritage Back to the City Written by, Mitch Olewiler Local farming initiative looks to bring urban style farming to local parking garage. Defining Urban Farming Across the nation, almost futuristic structures are beginning to pop up.…