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Buying the right organic and aluminum-free deodorant is not always easy, but there are some tried and true ways to weed the best from the worst brands.

"Bottle bricking" is a little-known activity that helps reduce landfill waste, brings affordable housing and furniture to people in need, and more.

It is assumed that nearly all untreated paper products are inherently compostable, but what about paper with ink?

How do you know if your compost is ready? You'll know your compost pile is finished and ready to use with these several indicators.

The turkey on your Thanksgiving table could be replaced with a plant-based option this year — here are a few of our favorites.

Emissions testing is one of the most frustrating parts of owning a vehicle, but if your car isn’t passing inspection, it may be releasing dangerous compounds into the atmosphere.

Not sure if soap is bad for the environment? Bar soap, liquid soap, soap pods, and laundry soap all affect the environment in different ways.

Weeds are one of the most troublesome and persistent problems in a garden and there are many natural ways to get rid of them, but what happens if those weeds are on your lawn, mixed in with your grass?

Particle board is affordable and sturdy, but did you know that this cheap alternative to natural wood may actually be unsafe to have in your home?

Styles can be uncomfortable and unsightly; luckily, there are a number of effective natural remedies to get rid of them pretty quickly.

Composting doesn’t just do wonders towards minimizing your overall waste, it can be used to turn your decomposed trash into one of the best natural fertilizers; and it’s free.

Laundry detergents have been a mainstay of modern American living for almost a century, and it’s only now that we are beginning to understand the environmental effects of these fragrant liquids.

What can you do with old pumpkins? From composting to donating to zoos, there are endless options to keep them out of the landfill.

Pregnancy is no picnic, especially when heartburn rears its ugly head, but there are some natural ways to relieve the burn.

Having flies in and around your home can be a real nuisance, but finding an effective indoor fly sprays to get rid of them can be a challenge all on its own.

Can you compost in cold weather? Winter temperatures, ice, and snow will definitely change the breakdown process within your at-home compost heap.

What happens to ladybugs in the wintertime? There's a reason why the red and black bugs are commonly found indoors, when the temperatures start dropping.

Flies are assumed to be a natural part of the composting process by many, but are these little buggers actually necessary or are they just a nuisance?

The toy industry wastes massive amounts of plastic, but these toy companies are taking a stand against the wasteful material and cutting back.

The bulk of your composting should probably be done outdoors, but if you have an apartment or it's the winter, you’ll need to start your compost indoors. The question is, will it smell?

As cute and innocuous as they seem, snails are pretty persistent garden pests, but what brings them out of the woodwork in the first place?

Growing fresh produce inside your home isn’t always easy, but there are some tried and true ways to facilitate it, even through the winter months.

Non-toxic and food-safe are two different labels with distinctly different connotations, but are either or both of them are inedible?

Reusable grocery bags are the first step in ridding the world of plastics once and for all, but how does one clean something that has become a necessity in the modern age?

Hydrangeas are some of the largest, most colorful blooms in a gardener’s palette, but did you know that they’re also one of the easiest flowers to care for?

Brew a totally sustainable cup of coffee by sourcing your coffee ethically, using plant-based milk, forgoing a straw, and using low-waste materials.

Zero waste is a lifestyle concept that works by lowering an individual’s environmental impact as much as possible, but is this lifestyle change as effective as we’ve been led to believe?

Putting an extra bucket in the shower can help to save money, conserve water, and ultimately minimize your environmental impact.

Finding the perfect pumpkin isn’t an exact science or anything, but selecting one that’s going to suit your purposes is rarely as easy as it seems.

There are so many innovative zero-waste laundry detergents out there.

These are the best small pets for your children, if your home can’t handle a bigger companion.

These zero-waste cooking tips will make your kitchen even more sustainable.

Secondhand furniture is not only about style, it’s an important and practical way to recycle, but what happens if you don’t have a local thrift shop?

Unfortunately, stink bugs are especially prevalent during the fall months, so here's how to get rid of stink bugs in a proper and effective manner.

IKEA has designed and built a sustainable tiny home, and the space is available for free virtual tours online.

Just how long will corn on the cob stay fresh in your kitchen? Depends! Learn more.

Lego will replace the plastic bags used to package bricks with paper bags.

If you want to know more about how to start a worm farm, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s how it helps the planet, and how to build your own.

You may have heard gardening is good for you — here’s why it is true.

New to a solar panel system? Here’s everything you need to know to get started!