What's in the mag? Dec 2015 – Jan 2016

Pick up a copy of Green Ideas issue 19 (Dec 2015-Jan 2016) to read about:

• The surprising facts about sunscreen: Research shows that when even small amounts of common sunscreens wash off our skin when we swim, they kill coral and even change the gender of fish. Are they all as safe as we think? We show you what to look out for.
• Did you know many kids now spend less time outdoors than prisoners are entitled to in jail? We look at the effects this is having – and show how parents can reverse the trend.
• Butterflies are under threat around the world – but it’s easy to create a butterfly sanctuary in your own backyard. We show you how.
• Controversial neonicotinoid pesticides are in several common garden sprays – we show which ones to look out for, and offer some bee-friendly alternatives.
• El Nino is on its way, bringing a high likelihood of drought. How easy is it to capture rainwater from your roof?
• In our new Rooms We Love series, we show how to create a stylish living room for less than $140!
• Plus three greener ways to wrap presents for Christmas.

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