Small Changes

Cycling is one of the only modes of transportation that relies entirely on renewable energy — yours! Go the extra mile with eco bike accessories.

Bamboo toilet paper is a septic safe alternative to traditional TP.

Lessen your environmental footprint, reduce landfill waste, and regain control over the ingredients you use with homemade personal wipes.

Beechwood is a good alternative to other types of hard wood thanks to how fast it grows and how easy it is to transport.

Reusable utensils are best, but sometimes disposable silverware is a necessary evil. These eco-friendly options have minimal environmental impact.

Green Matters received exclusive comments from members of Remake's "Walk Your Values" annual fashion show team about their experience.

The White Shark Café is a phenomenon happening along migratory routes frequented by sharks.

Crickets can naturally find food on their own in the wild, but some individuals keep crickets as pets and feed them plants and berries.

Charter schools have a bad reputation in certain circles because of the resources they can pull from public school districts.

Black Public Media's social media campaign #ShopLikeNana encourages consumers to shop sustainably in their grandparents' closets.

In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, Zero Waste Daniel designer Daniel Silverstein discussed his couture clothing 2024 fashion show 'Sustainable Fashion Is a Cabaret.'

Items like activity books could expose your child's sensitive information when they're donated to secondhand shops.

Make your own costumes for less by using these ideas that allow you to use items you already own.

Corelle dishes and dinnerware are popular additions to any home, but many of the brand's vintage products contain lead — our list of ones to avoid.

Some parents eschew plastic products for their babies, while others are concerned with "BPA-free" labels. Here's details on plastic and glass bottles.

Take a green approach to container gardening and houseplant care with watering cans made of steel, ceramic, and post-consumer recycled materials.

We've hand-picked seven of our favorite luxury consignment stores for your next purchase or wardrobe statement piece.

These mineral sunscreen sticks and sun creams come in recyclable, plastic-free packaging and provide broad spectrum sun protection with no white cast.

Some people are making their own DIY concoctions to lower their cortisol levels and fight everything from fat to fatigue.

In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, upcycling designer Bridgett Artise discussed founding Sustainable Fashion Week US and sustainable fashion.

Freezing your pantyhose for 24 hours before wearing them may help prevent runs by making the fibers in the hose stronger.

Ads claim that mixing toothpaste and Vaseline into a paste can do wonders for your skin, but there may not be many benefits.

Climate change is altering landscapes, prompting some to visit their bucket list locations while they still exist using the last-chance tourism trend.

Big and small brands have rolled out sustainable, high-performance tires that improve fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions via conscious deign.

When you come across these beautiful, delicate, majestic creatures, count yourself lucky. Deer hold many spiritual meanings for many.

In an interview with Green Matters, vegan blogger Nisha Vora discussed her new cookbook, Big Vegan Flavor, as well as the "fundamental principles" of plant-based cooking.

Most of us grow up hearing that ladybugs are good luck. But on a deeper, spiritual level, the presence of a ladybug holds special meaning.

Selling user data, unreliable security issues, and battery drain are all reasons why some are trying to cut ties with the Life360 app.

Age, sex, and lifestyle choices may all be behind the unusual hue of the pink river dolphin, or boto, that lives in the Amazon River.

Stay hydrated and healthy with a reusable water bottle by MiiR, Soma, and more conscious companies that are committed to sustainable practices.

A study from August 2024 seems to prove that you can lower your risk of heart disease by catching up on sleep over the weekend.

These next-level electric ranges use energy-saving features like induction and convection technology, self-cleaning modes, and air fryer functions.

Electric fireplaces give all the ambiance and supplemental heat without the toxic emissions associated with a high-maintenance wood-burning stove.

These waterproof slides replace standard EVA with recycled and otherwise eco-friendly materials like foam made from sugarcane and soy.

TikTokers say they're getting great results when using garlic as an acne treatment, but dermatologists are cautioning against it.

Looking for fun eco-friendly things to do in Washington, D.C.? Whether you want to sightsee or go vintage shopping, Green Matters's "Green City Guide" has you covered.

These 15 brands are making some of the best sustainable vegan purses, handbags, tote bags, and more.

Can frequent orgasms come with anti-aging health benefits? It's complicated, but the body's response to sexual activity and climax may positively impact skin health.