Second Nature Refillery is one of a growing number of refill shops in the Hudson Valley aimed at reducing waste on a local level by shifting shoppers away from buying products sold in single-use packaging. @scenichudson

“When we merge our internal rhythms with the rhythms of creation, we develop grace in our movement, and without thought or effort we are able to slide into the perfectly choreographed dance of life.” -- @sacred411

Happy New Year from all of us at Omega!

A growing contingent of plant-based and low-waste creators suggests that sustainable eating could "go viral" — but maybe not in the way we expect.

Embrace and engage with the cold and snow of winter. All you need is a change in perspective, the appropriate clothing, and a bit of effort to get outside more.

Respecting the humanity and history of soil can help us grow a more resilient future for all.

This historic Catskill land is undergoing an ambitious multi-year project to reestablish native tree species — and flood resistance. @OCSL_John @scenichudson

#WinterSolstice #FirstDayofWinter

"Knowing where your food comes from gives you power. The act of growing for oneself or the community is powerful." -- @karwasher

Building equitable partnerships across the globe has increased and enhanced local technical capacity and skills, which are only useful when combined with local wisdom, priorities and context. @nytclimate

Depending on what you do, sealing up your home, which can be accomplished with do-it-yourself projects, could result in energy savings of 5 to 20 percent, according to the Energy Department.

Did you know that tossing the wrong stuff in the recycle bin can ruin a whole batch of recycling? With a little information, you can make a better choice.

Omega delegates from the HBCU Green Fund organized a 3-hour training and planning session during COP28 in Dubai. Partners in their network from across Africa and the US learned skills to maximize social media and professional online presence when advocating for climate justice.

Hussein Kassim the executive director of the Center for Climate and Sustainability Empowerment in Accra, Ghana, was lead negotiator for the Action for Climate Empowerment negotiations during a session at #COP28

As a United Nations-accredited organization, Omega is able to provide access to UN Climate Conferences to individuals and organizations doing important work who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend.

As the United Nations climate conference, @COP28_UAE, wraps up in Dubai, we'd like to congratulate and express gratitude for Omega delegates who have been working to advance equitable solutions to climate change.

New research from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences has identified a key to successful forest restoration: long-term, local governance by Indigenous peoples or local communities. @grist

Amid the growing threats of climate crisis and habitat fragmentation, constructed wetlands are gaining popularity as natural water-cleaning systems. @yesmagazine

If you've set a goal to eat more local foods, with a little searching, planning, and creativity you can keep your commitment year-round. Here are some ways you can support local farmers, your health, and the environment during the "off season."

Replacing just a few of your home essentials with reusable alternatives can cut back on plastic pollution at its source. @scenichudson