5 Eco-Friendly Video Games to Help You Better Understand the Climate Crisis
There are plenty of video games on the market, but these games will get you thinking and help you better understand the ongoing climate crisis.
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How to Create a Zero-Waste Makeup Routine: Everything You Need to Know
Creating a zero-waste makeup routine is easier than ever, since there are so many plastic-free makeup companies and products out there these days.
Goats Are Good Landscapers, Depending on What You Need Them For
Can you use goats for landscaping? One community in Cincinnati, Ohio is letting goats do the dirty work — but what kinds of things can they accomplish?
9 Books on Abortion Rights That Everyone Should Read
Whether you're already a parent or if you're interested in learning more about the recent reproductive debates, these books about abortion rights are so important.
A Landscaper's Guide to Saving Water: Ideas For Your Yard and Garden
Water conservation landscaping ideas — check out these useful techniques to help build a greener lawn while reducing your environmental impact.
An Electric Car Doesn't Have to Come With a Huge Price Tag — Here Are the Best Affordable Options
Are you looking to upgrade to an electric vehicle? There are more affordable options than you might realize. Here are some of the best from 2022.
7 Vegan and Cruelty-Free Teeth Whitening Products That Will Enhance Your Smile
Which teeth whitening method is the best? Check out our favorite 7 vegan and cruelty-free products that will enhance your smile.
2022's Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Lists Are Here, With Bad News for Strawberry Lovers
The 2022 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen are here to advise shoppers on which fruits and vegetables they should buy organic.
These Companies Are Making Eco-Friendly Sports Equipment, From Balls to Boxing Gloves
There are a number of brands making eco-friendly and vegan sports equipment, from balls to boxing gloves.
Biodegradable Golf Balls for a Low-Impact Hole-In-One
If you're an avid golf player, we strongly suggest getting these biodegradable golf balls, to ensure your game's environmental impact is low.
These Bridal Companies Let You Rent the Wedding Veil of Your Dreams
Bridal veil rental is a slowly growing option in the wedding industry.
These Are the Easiest Herbs to Grow, to Always Have Fresh Herbs on Hand
If you're looking to always have fresh herbs on hand, or if you simply want to up your garden game this spring, these are the easiest herbs to grow.
These Dishes Will Add an Eco-Friendly Flair to Your Dinner Table
If you're looking to make an environmental change to your kitchen, you're in luck. Here are a few options for eco-friendly dishes you can try.
DIY Easter Decorations for an Eco-Friendly Holiday
Holiday decorations are notoriously wasteful, so why not make your own? That's why we've rounded up a bunch of eco-friendly DIY Easter crafts.
Celebrity Vegan and Cruelty-Free Makeup Brands That Will Do Your Face a Big Favor
Whether you're looking for something environmentally-friendly or if you abstain from animal products, these are our favorite vegan makeup brands created by celebrities.
Our Favorite Sustainable Glasses, Plus How to Recycle Old Eyeglasses
Sustainable glasses companies keep cropping up, offering prescription frames, readers, blue-light glasses, and sunglasses that will keep your eyes protected while respecting the Earth.
Keep Your Clothes Clean With These Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergents
If you're looking to keep your clothes fresh and clean without doing a number on the planet, here are our favorite eco-friendly laundry detergents.
Sustainable Coastlines Hawai'i on What They Want Beachgoers to Know (Exclusive)
We spoke with the incredible minds behind Sustainable Coastlines Hawai'i, which is a nonprofit that looks to keep our coastlines and oceans clean.
The Ultimate Guide to Recycling Guitar Strings, Woodwind Reeds, and More
Keep reading for our guide on how to recycle guitar strings, orchestral strings, woodwind reeds, and more.
The Best Secondhand Record Stores in Each City, If Spotify Just Doesn't Cut It
Although most listen to music on Spotify, audiophiles still praise records for sound quality, so here are the best secondhand record stores near you.
Easy Minimalist Lifestyle Tips That Will Also Reduce Your Environmental Footprint
What do minimalism and zero waste have in common? Well, a lot. Check out a few of our easy lifestyle tips to help declutter and reduce your carbon footprint.
If You’re Getting Into Rock Climbing, Eco-Friendly Gear Is Essential
If you're delving into the vast world of rock climbing, obtaining safe gear is essential — here's how to make sure your hobby is sustainable.
The Ultimate Guide to Vegan-Friendly Musical Instruments
Are any musical instruments vegan, or is it common for them to be made using animal-derived materials?
American BPA Exposure Levels Are Too High — Here’s How to Avoid the Plastic Chemical
We’ve got you covered with how to avoid BPA exposure, a lot of which comes down to making easy swaps around the house.
Waking up With Chapped Lips? Here’s Why Your Room Gets So Dry
Why does my room get so dry? There are a million reasons your room might be getting dry in the winter, but there are a number of ways to fix it.
Underrated Kitchen Gadgets That Will Up Your Vegan Home Cooking Game
If you're an avid home cook who appreciates making next-level vegan creations, you should definitely consider buying these underrated kitchen gadgets.
Sustainable Eyeliner and Brow Pencils to Clean Up Your Makeup Regime
Along with Sprout World's newly-released plantable eyeliner, and there are several other vegan and eco-friendly eyeliner and brow pencils we love.
Anti-Fog Glasses Sprays Found to Contain Forever Chemicals — Here Are Some Natural Alternatives
Anti-fogging glasses sprays often contain forever chemicals, aka PFAS, according to new research. Here's how you can avoid that.
Christmas Cards After Christmas: How to Dispose of Them Properly
Once the holidays have passed, what happens to all of the Christmas cards? Here's how to tell which are recycled, and if so, how to recycle them.
Winter Solstice: How Different Cultures Observe, and How You Can Celebrate, Too
Winter solstice begins today on Dec. 21, and if you're looking to ring in the new season, here's how you can celebrate, and how other cultures observe.
Thrift N' Tell’s Iesha Gilchrist on Thrifting Your Holiday Gifts This Year (Exclusive)
We spoke with the expert secondhand shopper behind Thrift N' Tell, Iesha Gilchrist, about thrifting your Christmas gifts this holiday season.
Elon Musk Finally Sold off His Last Mansion, to Live In His Tiny Home Full-Time
Elon Musk of Tesla and SpaceX now lives in a prefabricated tiny house for his primary residence, costing the multibillionaire just $250 per month.
What Makes ASMR Relaxing, and Why It Can Quell Anxiety
ASMR doesn’t affect everybody, but why do some people find it so relaxing?
Here’s What Vegetarians Eat on Thanksgiving, According to a Vegetarian
What do vegetarians eat on Thanksgiving? While we may not be eating turkey or gravy, there are many meatless options to choose from.
Where Did All These Ladybugs Come From? How to Humanely Deal With an Infestation
Ladybugs might be helpful in the garden, but why are there so many of them around these days?
Is Billie Eilish Vegan? The Singer Recently Released a Vegan Perfume
Billie Eilish is known for having a vegan-friendly attitude in interviews, but is the singer actually vegan herself?
Our Favorite Sustainable Vitamins and Supplements
We’ve rounded up some sustainable vitamin companies, all of which are making efforts to reduce their environmental impacts.
Where to Buy the Best Ethical and Lab-Grown Diamonds, If You're Popping the Question
Whether you're looking for an engagement ring or new bling, here are ethical and lab-grown diamond companies for a guilt-free touch of sparkle.
Plant-Based Grocery Stores in the U.S., for a Fully Meat-Free Shopping Experience
Are there plant-based grocery stores? You can have a fully meatless food shopping experience by going to an entirely plant-based grocery store.
Silpats Are a Less Wasteful Way to Bake — but Are They Recyclable?
Cracked Silpats do not make for good baking, but what is the proper way to dispose of them?
TikTok’s Pottery Boy Is a Crunchy Granola Dream
Who is Pottery Boy on TikTok? The Australian creator, who makes his own pottery in a studio, has garnered hundreds of thousands of followers.
The Secret to Living Zero Waste: "Buy Nothing" Facebook Groups (Exclusive)
Buy Nothing groups can help reduce waste and foster community — the Upper East Side's Buy Nothing group admin tells us more.
Commemorate National Hiking Day on Instagram With These Caption Ideas
National Hiking Day is coming up on Nov. 17, so if you were planning to commemorate the day on social media, consider using these Instagram captions.
If You're Not Sure How Much Trash You Produce Each Month, Prepare to Be Shocked
The average person produces an incredible amount of garbage in a month, and the problem is only getting worse.
Antioxidants: The ~Radical~ Nutrients That Help Fight off Cancer
Antioxidants are billed as a disease-fighting super nutrient, but how exactly do they work?
Meet the Flummels of ‘Extinct’, Netflix’s Newest Animated Film About the Dangers of Extinction
Set to hit Netflix in November of 2021, Extinct is an animated film about the importance of wildlife conservation.
Who Is Kim Stanley Robinson? Behind the Author of ‘Ministry for the Future’
Who is Kim Stanley Robinson? The American author, who wrote 'Ministry For The Future,' often incorporates climate change into his fictional themes.
World Vegan Day: I’m Not That Special. If This Picky Eater Could Go Vegan, You Can Too
Going vegan doesn't require anything special — anyone can make the choice to align their actions with their values.
Declutter Your NYC Apartment by Recycling Your E-Waste at These Locations
Where can you recycle electronics in New York City? If you're cleaning your apartment, there are many ways to get rid of old devices and chords.
Looking to Add Value to Your Home? These Eco Upgrades Should Come in Handy
If you're looking to add value to your home before you decide to sell it, these eco-friendly upgrades will definitely come in handy.