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Thrive PHX working to energize green community

Thrive PHX is here to energize the green community in Phoenix by creating education and awareness, activating conscious Phoenicians and providing resources for further green living. Continue reading

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6 Ways To Go Local for Earth Day

We already know that supporting local businesses is the sustainable choice for our economy and our environment. When your plotting your Earth Day celebrations, don’t forget to include local businesses in your plans! Continue reading

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Three Great Green Reasons to Shop Locally! (The Power of Choice)

TweetBy Gina Murphy-Darling, reprinted with permission from Mrs. Green News Every time you make a purchase, you are making a choice. The choice is OURS! We have the power to strengthen and enrich our communities. It’s that simple. Short back … Continue reading

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Spend Your Green Locally – St. Patrick’s Day Events Around Arizona

Have some fun on St. Patrick’s Day with some of Arizona’s best local businesses! Whether you’ll be feasting on the best Irish food or checking out the festivities this holiday has to offer, remember to keep it local and support your favorite local businesses. Continue reading

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Calling Green & Eco-Friendly Businesses – Green Vendor Fair with the City of Phoenix

The city of Phoenix Green Team invites green vendors to the annual “We <3 Green Vendors" showcase where you will have the opportunity to network directly with city departments and discuss your green products/services as well as learn about subcontracting opportunities. Continue reading

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Members Educational Seminar Recap: A Guide for the 21st Century Business

From home gardening to urban planning, the April Educational Seminar sparked a diverse and intuitive conversation between attendees and panelists. Both sides shared helpful resources and insights not only on how to be sustainable business practitioners, but also on how to be more sustainable as consumers. Continue reading

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Member Spotlight: Green Seal Cleaning with Ace

Since everyone in the office is either sick or suffering from major allergies, we’ve become major germ-a-phobes. Our new best friends: disinfecting wipes and the person who cleans and maintains our office building. Continue reading

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Green Cart: Shopping for the Environment

With Earth Month in full force, we stumbled across a Local First Arizona find that has us rethinking about the things we use on a daily basis. Shop to be Green is a treasure chest loaded with products intended to help us move toward a more earth-friendly lifestyle – one small step at a time. Continue reading

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This Week’s Shift Recommendation: Going Green

Earth Day is Sunday, April 22nd. This is the perfect chance to visit the many LFA members who have green and eco-friendly businesses. If you are looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day, check out what some of our members are doing here. Thanks to our members who go green! Continue reading

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Earth Day 2012 – Celebrate Your Planet!

TweetHopefully this wonderful Spring weather inspires you to enjoy the outdoors, and appreciate our Earth and everything it offers us. If you’re seeking to celebrate our planet (or want to learn about ways to protect it), check out this list … Continue reading

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