The melting away of snow doesn’t just expose the dirt hiding in the snowbanks; it also reveals the dirt and dust that’s accumulated in our homes, leading many people to participate in the phenomenon of spring cleaning. But before breaking out your mop, flinging open the windows, and queuing favorite music, you might want to be mindful of the cleaning products that are being used and the potential environmental effects. Household cleaning chemicals are known to leech into our soil, water and air, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. These chemicals find their way into the environment through aerosolized sprays, surface runoff into waterways, and from pouring used products down the drain. This spring, some students that wish to clean their house and reduce stress on the environment are using home-made alternative cleaners. Read the full story at the link in our bio. ✍️: Joe Lorenz 📸:: Alexis Schmidt