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'Casa Pollo' Is An Eco-Friendly Home Built From Recycled Materials
Off the coast of Chile, Casa Pollo — made from recycled materials such as zinc plates and reused wood — sits on Chiloe Island.
This Cardboard Home Lasts At Least 50 Years And Is 100% Recyclable
The Wikkelhouse is made of sustainable materials and is more durable than it sounds.
This Countertop Eco-Friendly Dishwasher Is A Game-Changer For Small Apartments
Heatworks partnered with Frog to create a small-sized, internet-connected dishwasher that is eco-friendly and sits on the countertop.
'Hand Over' Builds Eco-Friendly Homes For Egypt's Low-Income Communities
The organization Hand Over is building eco-friendly homes for low-income communities in Egypt while also offering opportunities to locals to volunteer in construction process.
Study Finds Being A Homebody Is Great For The Planet
According to a study by Joule, the average American is spending eight more dats at home in 2012 compared to 10 years ago, reducing national energy consumption by 1,700 trillion BTUs.
IKEA Buys Huge Forest In Alabama For Ethically Sourced Timber
IKEA purchased a forest in Lownde County, Alabama, to sustain its furniture production — joining the 250,000 acres of forests IKEA owns in Europe.
Unique Eco-Friendly Homes Provide Safe Housing For Displaced Communities
The non-profit Cal-Earth is creating sustainable structures called SuperAdobe homes, which can house displaced communities of refugees from natural disasters or political conflicts.
An Eco-Friendly Designer Tells Us How To Build A Clean Home
Robin Wilson uses sustainable building practices and materials to create clean homes.
This Eco-Chic Home Decor Centers Sustainable And Upcycled Wood
Tree is a furniture company that uses eco-friendly materials such as sustainably sourced wood, upcycled materials, and chemical free organic fabrics.
This Beehive Is Making It Easy For People To Start Their Own Apiary
Flow Hive is eliminating some of the difficulty and making beekeeping far more feasible for the amateur apiarist.
The Surprising Mental and Physical Health Benefits of Houseplants
It is important to add a few living plants to our homes, because they make a difference in the atmosphere.
This 3D Printed House Can Be Built In Less Than 48 Hours
ICON and New Story are developing a 3D printer that can build an entire house,.
'Loop' Launches in the U.S., Bringing Customers the Products They Love in a Milkman Model
Loop has fainlly launched in the U.S., and we spoke with Loop's VP of Development to learn more about the platform's milkman model.
We Tested 4 Green Cleaners For The Most Sustainable Solution
We put four green cleaners to the test to see which is most sustainable — and effective.
Can Tiny Homes Solve Homelessness?
Neighborhoods made up of tiny homes could help with the homelessness crisis, some people believe.
This Company Is Giving The Paint Industry A Green Makeover
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Where To Donate Your Old Clothes, Shoes, And Glasses
Here are a few organizations where you can donate your old clothes.
These Farm-To-Table Flowers Are Perfect For Your Eco-Friendly Valentine
Bouqs, an online flower delivery company, has established a system where customers can see where their eco-friendly flowers are grown and sourced.
Clothing, Shoe, and Accessory Options Made From Recycled Ocean Plastic
Ocean plastic can be given a new life thanks to companies that recycle it into new products.
How To Choose A Rain Barrel For Your Backyard
If you're a gardener, here's how to choose the perfect rain barrel for your backyard.
Kristen Bell Is a Thrift Shopping Queen — And So Are Her Kids
Kristen Bell opened up in a new interview about her newfound thrifty habits.
Experts Weigh In On Taking Your Kitchen From Wasteful To Waste-Free
Here are a few tips to take your kitchen from wasteful to waste-free.
Product Test: What's The Best Steel Water Bottle?
Stainless steel water bottles are functional and trendy.
How To Have An All-Natural Yard With Less Work
All-natural yards are easier to maintain than you'd think.
Babcock Ranch Becomes First Solar-Powered Town In United States
Babcock Ranch is a new town in Florida that is going to run on 100 percent solar power — and has the potential to power cities surrounding it.
This Tiny Egg-Shaped House Makes It Easy To Live Sustainably Off The Grid
The Ecocapsule is an egg-shaped unit that is self-sustainable and allows you to live off the grid and create your own power with solar and wind energy.
Look Inside The Workspace Of A Sustainable Florist Shop
Look Inside The Workspace Of A Sustainable Florist Shop
Artist Turns Discarded Plastic Bags Into Beautiful Faux-Flowers
Artist William Amor upcycles discarded plastic bags into beautiful art.
A Sleep Doctor Tells Us How To Sleep Through The Summer Without AC
Neurologist Dr. Jocelyn Cheng shares how to sleep in hot climates. without AC
This Sustainable Family Home Blends Into The U.K.'s Natural Habitat
A sustainable family house in the U.K. — the Chalfont Home — has been built next to one of the most iconic conservation sites, the Rye Habour Natural Reserve.
This Energy-Efficient Cabin Was Also A Father And Son Building Project
Father and son William and Daniel Yudchitz built a modular cabin near Lake Superior that was both energy efficient and sourced as sustainably as possible.
This Co-Living Space Is Designed for Women of Color Breaking Into Tech
SkyLab Boston is a tech and business incubator, that works with small businesses on "community awareness and education to further economic development.
The Easiest Way To Throw Your Own Zero-Waste BBQ
An eco-friendly BBQ is totally possible.
How I Pulled Off A Zero-Waste Lifestyle For A Full Year
I lived zero-waste for an entire year.
How To Create An Upcycled Basket With Old Paper Bags
Turn paper bags into an upcycled basket with this fun DIY.
What Makes 'Clean' Beauty Products Clean? Here's What You Need to Know About Makeup Claims
The definition of "clean" beauty varies from brand to brand — here's what you need to know.
How to Make Your Own Zero-Waste, Non-Toxic Bar Soap
Learn how you can make your own bar soap!
A Guide to Composting While Living in an Apartment
Learning to compost can be intimidating — especially if you live in a small space. This guide will help you get started.
5 Things to Change Now to Make Your Kitchen More Zero-Waste Friendly
There are small steps you can make as you transition your kitchen to be more zero-waste friendly.
Oil-Free Cooking Basics: Why People Are Embracing the Trend
Here are the basics on cooking oil-free, and the reasoning behind why you may want to try it.
7 Foods to DIY in the Blender to Reduce Your Plastic Waste
Utilize your blender to make homemade versions of hummus, plant milk, ice cream, and more.
These 9 Vegan YouTubers Make Easy, Healthy, and Indulgent Plant-Based Recipes
YouTube is filled with vegan recipe creators, and their cooking videos will keep you well-fed for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Zero-Waste Uses for Basil Around the House
Find out different ways you can use basil around the house.
5 Tips to Get Kids of All Ages Involved in the Kitchen
Train a young chef by getting your kid more involved in the kitchen, with these five steps.
Bulk for Beginners: How to Shop in the Grocery Store’s Bulk Section
These tips are helpful for anyone who is new to shopping the bulk section — and wants to minimize their impact when it comes to their grocery shopping.
Meal Delivery Kits Are More Eco-Friendly Than They Seem, New Study Suggests
Meat delivery kits get a bad rap for all their plastic packaging, but a new study finds they produce less emissions than you'd think.
Reebok's Eco-Friendly 'Cotton + Corn' Sneakers Go Vegan
Reebok has replaced the leather on its Cotton + Corn sneakers with cotton, making them more eco-friendly and animal-friendly.
9 Things That Can Go Completely Digital
Cut back on your paper waste — and stay organized — by going digital when you can.
'Big Bang Theory' Star Melissa Rauch Releases Free Children's Book 'The Tales of Tofu,' Making Healthy Eating Fun and Accessible
'The Big Bang Theory' actress Melissa Rauch just released her first children's book, 'The Tales of Tofu,' to teach kids about healthy eating.