How Ocean-Friendly Gardening Can Save Our WaterwaysYou can install an ocean-friendly garden in your yard to help the environment.
How To Clean Out Your Closet ResponsiblyAnn Lightfoot of Done & Done Home offers her best ideas on how to purge your closet in an environmentally responsible way.
6 Tips for Zero-Waste Grocery Shopping, Even if You Don't Have a Bulk SectionHere are six tips on making the lowest impact possible while grocery shopping.
How to Wash Dishes Zero-WasteFind out how you can eliminate waste when it comes to doing your dishes.
This Furniture Is Made From Plastic Found In Amsterdam's CanalPlastic Whale Circular Furniture is made from plastic found in Amsterdam canals.
This Futuristic House Actually Gets Stronger As Hurricanes Pass ThroughMargot Krasojevic Architecture has constructed the Self-Excavation Hurricane home with rubber-coated walls and the flexibility to adapt to movement.
Google's 'Your Plan, Your Planet' Game Encourages Users to Make Eco-Friendly Fashion PledgesGoogle updated its 'Your Plan, Your Planet' in time for Earth Day, and the fashion pledges are pretty interesting.
Zero-Waste Methods to Get Your Jars Stink-Free and Label-LessHere are a few tips for removing the smell from jars, and for cleanly peeling off the label.
5 Natural Face Masks You Can Make With Ingredients From Your KitchenLooking for natural face masks — these are natural masks you can make at home.
7 Easy Ways To Reduce Waste When You're MovingMoving can mean a lot of waste — but it doesn't have to.
Engineers Have Developed A System To Make Houses Float During FloodingElizabeth English has created an innovative way to account for floods through her organization, the Buoyant Foundation Project.
Natural Ways to Get Rid of CockroachesFew bugs are more persistent than cockroaches and getting rid of them is always going to be an uphill battle, but there are ways to get rid of them naturally, without having to resort to dangerous chemicals.
Vegan Main Dishes to Spice Up Your Thanksgiving TableThese vegan main dish recipes for Thanksgiving will keep your holiday table turkey-free.
The Trick to Getting Rid of Drain Flies NaturallyDrain flies are not a pest that most people are aware they even have until it’s too late. Luckily, there are plenty of natural ways to get rid of drain flies that don’t involve calling an exterminator.
How Long Does Olive Oil Last?Olive oil is an essential part of any cooking arsenal, but how long does olive oil last? And does it ever really expire?
How to Clean Copper — Using Products Already in Your KitchenTarnished copper can become a problem over time. How do you clean copper naturally without resorting to harsh chemicals that might change its properties even further?
These DIY Ant Repellents Will Help Rid Your House of PestsAnts are a common and surprisingly persistent household problem but are there ways to get rid of ants without resorting to dangerous chemicals?
Are Carrots Safe for Dogs? Learn About the Powerful Veggie's BenefitsCarrots are a surprisingly appetizing treat for many dogs and they also happen to be one of the healthiest, low-calorie snacks you can feed your canine companion.
Why Do Cats Hate Being in Water?Do cats really hate water or is their presumed fear nothing but an old wive’s tale?
8 Books to Help You Go Zero Waste or Live More SustainablyZero-waste living doesn't have to be overwhelming — and these eight books about sustainable living are all extremely helpful.
These Are the Best Cruelty-Free, Zero-Waste MascarasCruelty-free mascaras are easy to find these days — here are some of our favorites, which happen to come in sustainable or refillable packaging.
What Is a Lazy Lawn? Here's How to Get StartedLazy Lawn is an artificial lawn that takes mowing, seeding, weeding, and watering totally out of the equation.
5 of the Best Eco-Friendly Dog ToysSelecting the right toys for our dogs is no easy task, especially when we’re trying to weed through all the potentially-toxic toys to find the best eco-friendly dog toys.
Why Tiny Homes Are Eco-Friendly — And Why They Sometimes Aren'tTiny houses have become the new big investment when it comes to green living, but are tiny houses really eco-friendly, or another big drain on our limited natural resources?
Here's Why Your Stomach Might Hurt in the Morning, and Natural Cures for ItWhy does my stomach hurt when I wake up? There are many possible reasons you may experience morning stomach discomfort, as well as natural cures.
How and When to Harvest Garlic: Everything You Need to KnowGarlic is one of the easiest vegetables to grow in your home garden — here's everything you need to know.
4 Trendy Thrift Flip Upcycling Tutorials — No Sewing RequiredThese thrift flipping ideas are easy, stylish, and require no sewing!
The Best Nontoxic, Organic Pillows on the MarketThere are thousands of different pillows on the market to choose from, but if you’re environmentally or health-conscious, how do you know which ones are nontoxic?
7 Effective, Aluminum-Free Men's DeodorantsBuying 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.
How to “Bottle Brick,” One of Our Favorite Zero-Waste Hacks"Bottle bricking" is a little-known activity that helps reduce landfill waste, brings affordable housing and furniture to people in need, and more.
Can You Compost Paper with Ink?It is assumed that nearly all untreated paper products are inherently compostable, but what about paper with ink?
This Is How You Know That Your Compost Is Officially Ready to UseHow do you know if your compost is ready? You'll know your compost pile is finished and ready to use with these several indicators.
Reasons to Try a Plant-Based Turkey This Thanksgiving + Some of the Best on the MarketThe turkey on your Thanksgiving table could be replaced with a plant-based option this year — here are a few of our favorites.
How to Build a DIY Indoor Compost BinBuilding your own DIY indoor compost bin is as easy as following a few simple steps and knowing how to balance your compostable materials.
What Is Bycatch? The Fishing Industry's Darkest Side Effect, ExplainedBycatch is the discarded sea animals who get caught in fishing nets and die as side effects of the commercial fishing industry.
How Emissions Testing Actually WorksEmissions 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.
Is Soap Bad for the Environment? Here's What You Should KnowNot sure if soap is bad for the environment? Bar soap, liquid soap, soap pods, and laundry soap all affect the environment in different ways.
Natural Ways to Kill Weeds in GrassWeeds 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?
How to Prevent and Treat Styes — NaturallyStyles can be uncomfortable and unsightly; luckily, there are a number of effective natural remedies to get rid of them pretty quickly.
How to Use Compost as FertilizerComposting 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.
How Does Laundry Detergent Affect the Environment? 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 to Do With Old Pumpkins (Hint: They're Not Trash)What can you do with old pumpkins? From composting to donating to zoos, there are endless options to keep them out of the landfill.
The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Candy for a Sweet HalloweenMany Halloween candies you know and love happen to be vegan.
How to Get Rid of Weeds, NaturallyToxic weed killers are almost worse than the problematic plants they have been brewed to destroy, but are the natural alternatives any more effective?
How to Relieve and Prevent Pregnancy Heartburn, NaturallyPregnancy is no picnic, especially when heartburn rears its ugly head, but there are some natural ways to relieve the burn.
Here's the Breakdown of What It's Like to Compost in the WintertimeCan you compost in cold weather? Winter temperatures, ice, and snow will definitely change the breakdown process within your at-home compost heap.
Here's Why There Are So Many Ladybugs in Your House During the WintertimeWhat 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.
Should Compost Have Flies?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?
Attention, Parents! These Toy Companies Are Taking a Stand Against PlasticThe toy industry wastes massive amounts of plastic, but these toy companies are taking a stand against the wasteful material and cutting back.
Does Indoor Compost Smell?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?