How to Get Water As a Vanlifer
When you’re living out of a van, even a well-equipped van, one of the most difficult things to come by is water.
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For Vanlifers, Life on the Road Can Be Lucrative and Rewarding
Vanlifers choose to live their lives on the open road, but how do they make money while moving all the time?
Colleen Patrick-Goudreau On How We Will End the Thanksgiving Turkey (Exclusive)
Famous vegan author and animal advocate Colleen Patrick-Goudreau shares her solutions for separating Thanksgiving from the idea of eating turkeys.
12 Ways to Reuse Old Baby Food Jars: DIYs, Recipes, and More
These DIY crafts with baby food jars are the perfect way to spend a rainy Saturday.
Natural Cough Suppressants to Help You Beat Back Those Autumn Allergies
These natural cough suppressants work just as well as many expensive over-the-counter medications.
The Most Common Causes of Fall Allergies and How to Avoid Them
If you suffer from allergies in the spring and late summer, then the most common fall allergies are probably no picnic for you either.
These Free Online Yoga Channels Will Ease Anxiety and Help You Find Focus
These free online yoga channels provide users with countless hours of spiritual and physical wellness.
Ethical Beauty Doesn’t Have to Be Pricey — Shop These Cruelty-Free Drugstore Brands
If you care about supporting ethical beauty companies, you don't have to pay a hefty price, with these cruelty-free drugstore beauty brands.
7 Cruelty-Free and Sustainable Pillows to Help Your Conscience Rest Easy
These cruelty-free pillow choices are made of the most eco-friendly materials around.
Can You Recycle Crayons? How to Dispose of Them Responsibly
Old and broken crayons often sit inside cookie tins waiting to be thrown away, but what’s the best way to dispose of crayons?
How to Properly Recycle Glossy Magazines
The magazine industry is slowly going the way of the dodo, but most people still don’t know how to properly dispose of glossy magazines.
Here’s How to Safely Dispose of Your Used Matches
Whether you're using matches to light candles or ignite your gas stove, it's crucial that you dispose of them properly and safely afterwards.
If You’re Looking for a Tiny House Village Near You, Look No Further
Tiny house villages are a great way for like-minded individuals to bond and support one another, but how does one go about locating one?
Cruelty-Free and Sustainable Dog Care Products, From Shampoo to Paw Balm
These dog grooming products are all cruelty-free, vegan, and sustainably packaged.
How to Dispose of Yard Waste in an Eco-Friendly Way
Spring and fall cleanups can result in an awful lot of leaves and twigs, but what’s the best way to dispose of yard waste?
Do Farmers Markets Participate in EBT and SNAP Programs?
Farmers markets are a great way for people to pick up fresh produce, but do they take EBT?
These Eco-Friendly Hobbit Homes Are a Whimsical Way to Live Low-Impact
Hobbit homes are the newest, most whimsical way to be eco-friendly, but are they closer to fantasy or reality?
Vegan Charcuterie Board Connoisseurs To Follow on TikTok, Before Your Next Party
Although charcuterie boards are traditionally made with meat and cheese, there are so many creative TikToker vegans who post charcuterie board ideas.
College Majors for Eco-Conscious Students Looking to Save the Planet After Graduation
If you're planning to save the planet after graduation, consider opting into one of these college majors that relate to the environment.
Organize Your Schedule Sustainably, With These Eco-Friendly Planners
Whether you're keeping track of your school work, work projects, or social life, finding yourself a sustainable planner is absolutely imperative.
5 Sustainable Garden Ideas to Make Your Home a Little Greener
Practicing sustainability at home isn’t difficult, especially when you integrate these five sustainable gardening ideas into your routine.
Three-Time Olympian and Pro Volleyball Player, Holly McPeak, Shares Her "Green Routine" (Exclusive)
Professional volleyball player and three-time Olympian, Holly McPeak, has shared her "Green Routine" with us via email.
Solar Panels Can Increase Your Home's Value By Thousands
Solar panels have been shown to add value to your home, but there are a couple catches that go along with them.
Why Vegans Don't Wear Real Pearls — Here's How They're Made
Do vegans wear pearls? The pearl industry presents a host of ethical and environmental issues.
6 Healthy Ways to Lower Cholesterol — Naturally
These natural methods for lowering bad cholesterol might even make you feel better in other ways as well.
How to Make Your Printer and Ink More Sustainable
You can learn to print sustainably at home with these handy tips, tricks, and some eco-friendly printing paraphernalia.
6 Vegan Subscription Boxes Worth Trying — Snacks, Beauty, and More
These vegan subscription boxes are a great way to try out new brands of vegan cosmetics and snack foods.
What Are Natural Testosterone Boosters, and Do They Actually Work?
Having low testosterone can cause a slew of negative effects on your health, but are there any effective natural ways to boost testosterone that work?
Here's What You Should Do When Your Dishwasher Starts to Smell
If your dishwasher is starting to smell, we have a few possible solutions for you.
Green Circle Salons Will Help You Find a Zero-Waste Haircut, Manicure, and More (Exclusive)
Green Circle Salons is a certification program that helps customers find eco-friendly salons.
TikTok's Earth Stewardess, an Original Member of "EcoTok," Shares Her "Green Routine" (Exclusive)
TikTok's "Earth Stewardess," one of the original members of the EcoTok collective, took the time to share her Green Routine with us via email.
These 6 Green Heating Methods Will Keep Your Home Nice and Toasty
These six environmentally-friendly heating options will simultaneously lower both your utility bills and your environmental impact at the same time.
Cruelty-Free, Eco-Friendly Skincare Brands for Sensitive Skin
There are plenty of skincare products that are cruelty-free, vegan, sustainably-packaged, and made by companies that share your values.
Natural Methods for Clearing up Mucus
It’s never fun to have a buildup of phlegm, but these natural methods for getting rid of mucus will help alleviate that uncomfortable, stuffy feeling.
Natural Laundry Boosters: Sustainable Ways to Keep Your Clothes Fresh
What is the best laundry scent booster? We recommend trying these natural, eco-friendly options.
What Is Regenerative Braking? Here’s Why It’s So Important to EV Drivers
There are many things that set electric vehicles apart from driving a standard gas car, but regenerative braking is one of the greatest EV features.
Range Anxiety: How EV Drivers Can Avoid Running Out of Power
What is range anxiety? Most EV drivers have faced the fear of losing energy at one point or another, but there are ways to avoid it if you plan ahead.
Here’s What It’s Actually Like to Take a Road Trip in an Electric Vehicle
What is it like to take a road trip in an electric car? Although it may sound daunting, it's actually far more comfortable than taking a gas car.
Blogilates Creator, Cassey Ho, Shares Her "Green Routine" (Exclusive)
The creator of Blogilates and POP Pilates, Cassey Ho, took some time to tell Green Matters about her passion for tofu, and to share her Green Routine.
One New Yorker’s Trash Is Another’s Treasure, Thanks to “Stooping” (Exclusive)
We recently spoke with the couple who runs the Stooping NYC Instagram page, which helps New Yorkers score free furniture from curbs.
Clever Ways to Beat the Heat This Summer Without Electricity
These clever methods will help you beat the heat and cool down a room without using a lot of electricity.
Deadheading: The Subtle Science Behind Pruning Your Dead Flowers
Pruning your garden is an essential way to keep your blooms growing healthy, but how do you go about deadheading different flowers?
Natural Luffas Are a Sustainable Choice — Here's How to Harvest Them
If you want an exfoliating deep-clean without all the plastic, try harvesting your own luffa from your own garden.
3 DIY Recipes to Make All-Natural Toothpaste at Home
Store-bought toothpaste is expensive and full of needless chemicals, but these DIY recipes will help you make your own toothpaste at home.
These Are the Best Water Filters for Making Your H2O Drinkable
These four water filters and purifiers are the best way to create potable water that won't make you or your family sick.
The Potential Dangers of Tampons, Some Safer Options, and More
What happens if you leave a tampon in too long? Although tampons are one of the easiest and most accessible menstruation care options, they can be fatal.
Eco-Friendly Weddings: Ways to Keep Your Special Day Sustainable
Your wedding is supposed to be the happiest day of your life, but oftentimes they're super wasteful — here's how to ensure yours is eco-friendly.
7 DIY Craft Ideas For Upcycling Old Shoeboxes
With a little imagination and some DIY know-how, you can turn your old shoeboxes into your next crafty project.
The Alkaline Diet: How It Works, If It's Safe, and More
The so-called alkaline diet is a means of raising the body's pH to healthy and higher alkaline levels, but how does it work? Is it actually safe?
How to Properly Dispose of Old Medication, to Keep Everyone Safe
Despite how cut-and-dry the process might seem, disposing of expired medication isn’t always as simple as just throwing it away.