Bringing your own reusable grocery bags when you go shopping is one of the easiest ways to cut down on your plastic consumption — according to the UN Environment Program, up to 5 trillion single-use plastic bags are used globally each year. The most sustainable option is to use a bag you already have, whether […]
Whether you’re a conscious consumer yourself or are looking for the perfect gift for your environmentally-friendly friend or family member, we’ve rounded up the best eco-friendly gifts for sustainable living this holiday season. According to Stanford University, Americans toss 25 percent more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day than any other time of year. […]
Hydration is key to a healthy lifestyle, but at the rate plastic bottles are being dumped into landfills, how you hydrate might be even more important. Reusable water bottles prevent the need for single-use plastics, but which are the best eco-friendly water bottles available? According to the Container Recycling Institute, a nonprofit organization with the […]
By Ketura Persellin Gift-giving is filled with minefields, but the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) got your back, so you don’t need to worry about inadvertently giving family members presents laden with toxic chemicals. With that in mind, here are our suggestions for gifts to give your family this season. For Babies Safer Toys Grandma may […]
By Marlene Cimons When Morgan Poor gave birth to her son, she and her husband shopped around for the perfect diaper, hoping to find one that was both effective and environmentally friendly. They tried a few so-called “niche” brands, like Seventh Generation and Honest Company, which tout their green bona fides, but the diapers Poor […]
By Emily Deanne Shower shoes? Check. Extra-long sheets? Yep. Energy efficiency checklist? No worries — we’ve got you covered there. If you’re one of the nation’s 12.1 million full-time undergraduate college students, you no doubt have a lot to keep in mind as you head off to school. If you’re reading this, climate change is […]
By Jillian Mackenzie Spraying chemicals in the yard is a tempting shortcut for many a home gardener looking to protect a tasty crop or a bed of flowers. But weed killers aren’t necessary, and they may be linked to health risks. To embark on a natural plan of weed suppression, start by deciphering your yard’s […]
Meal kit delivery services are an easy target for eco-conscious people concerned with waste: the ingredients are meticulously packaged in plastic and insulation, put into cardboard boxes and shipped to the customer’s front door each week. But how does all that waste and energy use stack up against the environmental impact of buying the same […]
By Maria Saxton Interest is surging in tiny homes — livable dwelling units that typically measure under 400 square feet. Much of this interest is driven by media coverage that claims that living in tiny homes is good for the planet. It may seem intuitively obvious that downsizing to a tiny home would reduce one’s […]
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