Sustainable Living

Those who partake in Pokémon Go can participate in sustainability week activities, and receive rewards for recording and submitting their good deeds.

Whether you're organizing a community cleanup for Earth Day, or if you're hoping to do so in the future, here's what you need to know beforehand.

If one of your Earth Day goals is to keep your home clean with clean products, we've compiled a complete guide to sustainable products for your home.

Here's our beginner’s guide to transitioning to a zero-waste or low-impact lifestyle.

Zero waste’s increasing popularity has given rise to many businesses dedicated to the purpose of sustainability, but how do they work?

If you're interested in living sustainably on a houseboat, here's everything you need to know about how eco-friendly the lifestyle actually is.

Jane Fonda opened up to Elle about Fire Drill Fridays, civil disobedience, and more.

Hydrangeas are beautiful and highly sought after by home gardeners, but is it really possible to change their color using something as commonplace as coffee?

Some businesses are dedicated to the highest standards of social and environmental viability, but what makes one a certified B Corp?

These eco-friendly dog beds will help keep your dog’s nap time as planet-friendly as possible.

Weighted blankets help ease anxiety and relieve tension, but finding the right sustainable version isn’t always easy.

Sustainability is often touted as a moral imperative in terms of consumerism, but is it really an ethical issue?

Planting a vertical vegetable garden is a great way to save space and take your gardening skills to a whole new dimension.

If you're celebrating Easter this year, make sure to keep things sustainable with recyclable and biodegradable baskets, eggs, candy and more.

Some choose to keep farm animals in their backyards as sustainable and self-sufficient backyard gardeners, to fertilize and cut the grass naturally.

Although the holiday season can be notoriously wasteful, we exclusively spoke with World Centric's Lauren Olson for sustainable holiday tips.

Earthships are said to be the new face of sustainable living, but what exactly are they?

Nowadays, most people stream their music digitally. But what are you supposed to do with your old CDs? Here's how to recycle, resell, or reuse them.

Eco consulting is a fairly new concept in the world of business and it’s helping wayward corporations become more sustainable.

Finding true sustainability is the key to achieving future economic, environmental, and societal success, but how can the six factors of sustainability can help us reach those goals?

The three pillars of sustainability might seem like an abstract concept, but their practical applications are easy for anyone to understand.

Zero-waste influencers can sometimes focus too much on perfectionism — but these bloggers are keeping it real by sharing their trash.

Dog food might seem like it’s a one-size-fits-all type of thing, but some brands are far more sustainable than others.

It's completely natural to suffer from a dry scalp during the cold winter and spring months, but these natural remedies will banish those itchy flakes.

Refrigerating many types of skin care products might seem like almost elementary, but is this extra step strictly necessary, or even a good idea?

Want access to fresh-grown produce right at your home but live in a city? Urban gardening is a small-space solution that only requires a rooftop.

Finding a wall paint that meets your vegan lifestyle might seem difficult, but there are several cruelty-free brands on the market today.

Palm oil is a hot topic in the eco-friendly world, leaving many to wonder whether sustainable palm oil is an actual option. Here’s what we found out.

Looking to compost natural waste, but not sure how to get started? Here's a guide on creating your own DIY outdoor compost bin for your backyard.

The battle over whether organic baby food is really necessary continues, so Green Matters spoke with an expert on why buying organic isn't needed.

The e-waste problem is a continuous issue, and has gotten increasingly worse — but Rwanda's combatting efforts have been incredibly practical.

Have you heard of the 3-3-3 rule when it comes to bringing home a rescue dog? Here's everything you need to know about adjusting your rescue pup.

What is the Water Act? Democratic lawmakers are pressuring President Joe Biden to back new bill that advocates for clean water and new infrastructures.

If you want to ensure your money is being invested sustainably, open your next account with one of these socially responsible and ethical banks.

Cucumbers are a nutritious addition to any backyard garden, but what do you do if your formerly verdant cucumber leaves are starting to turn yellow?

Aerosols are notoriously one of the worst household pollutants, but those that contain CFCs have been mostly banned — are they still dangerous?

Rose bushes are beautiful, if not slightly temperamental plants, but transplanting one isn’t as difficult as you might imagine.

Dry hair got you down? Many types of natural hair could use some help with hydration, so keep it moisturized with these 7 natural beauty tricks.

Mica mining often violates child labor laws, but many makeup brands use mica — find out which are mica-free and which ethically source their mica.

Different coffee filters can have different impacts on the flavor, aroma, and overall coffee experience, but do reusable filters work any better than disposable ones?