Sustainable Living

Store-bought candles are often expensive and not environmentally-friendly, but making your own natural vegan soy candles at home is easy and fun.

Coffee grounds are actually a bit more useful than many people might assume, even beyond their composting capabilities.

Dog parents are more than familiar with picking up after their pooches, but does all of that waste actually have to go to waste?

With so many people in debt and so much excess waste already piling up in landfills, shop stops and no buy months are looking like a great way to kill two birds with one stone.

If you find yourself going through a lot of notebooks, you might want to invest in a more eco-friendly reusable notebook.

If you're looking to redo your home in the most guilt-free way imaginable, take a look at these low-waste decorating tips.

Looking for the best all-natural dog foods? Here are a few of our favorite options, to keep your pets happy and healthy, at no environmental cost.

Whether you're having your first baby or if you're seeking out an eco-conscious baby shower gift, these sustainable baby clothes are perfect.

Electric-assist bikes have become a popular, eco-friendly fad in recent years, and upgrading your analog bike into an E-bike is actually easier than you think.

If you aren't ready to get rid of and recycle those wire coat hangers from the dry cleaner's or clothing store, here are a few ways to upcycle them.

Living a low-waste or zero-waste lifestyle means using as many reusable items as possible — that leads us to wonder: do reusable trash bags exist?

Whether you're looking for a new bathroom fragrance, or if you're seeking out mood lighting for your room, here's how to make natural candles.

What is lasagna gardening? Named after the classic Italian dish, this sustainable gardening method helps you compost and recycle materials to better grow your plants.

If you're looking for a sustainable addition to your home, here's a guide on how to keep backyard chickens.

Different composting techniques result in different blend of beneficial bacteria, but what kind of compost is good for gardening?

Learning how to prepare compost for gardening requires only a few simple things: time, patience, and a little bit wisdom.

Manure stinks. But is there a green alternative to animal dung? And which manure is best for vegetable gardening?

These Black-owned, cruelty-free hair products are great for embracing your natural curls!

What should I look for in a reusable water bottle? We've listed each of the pros and cons for each type, to help you decide on one to purchase.

Where are plastic straws banned? You'll only find paper straws throughout certain cities, and offered at certain restaurant and hotel chains.

Learn about how your “carbon footprint” is actually measured.

Shampoo bars are a great way to reduce waste in the shower — here's our advice for finding the best shampoo bar for your hair.

Are mushrooms sustainable? The beloved brown vegetable, classified as part of the fungi family, is one of the most sustainable food sources.

Despite the baseless accusations that natural deodorants are ineffective, there are some very compelling reasons for using them.

What is magnetic induction cooking? If you're looking for a culinary technique that will lower your environmental impact, this should do the trick.

What exactly is the low-impact movement, and how does it compare to the zero-waste lifestyle?

What is sustainable investing? Investing finances in a socially responsible manner is becoming increasingly popular among those who can afford it.

Cold frame gardening is a viable, eco-friendly way to extend your harvest into the winter, even if you’re a beginner.

It used to be that the choice between front load and top load washing machines was all due to preference and space inside one's home, but did you know that one has a lower environmental impact than the other?

Permaculture gardening is a great way to cultivate and form a close relationship with the natural world. But what does working with the environment actually entail in this new practice?

Whether you're a parent or if you're simply entertaining visiting family friends, these gardening activities for kids are perfect for a day outside.

Moving often involves a lot more waste than you might imagine, but there are a number of eco-friendly movers and waste-saving options that can help make it an easier and greener process.

Veganuary director Wendy Matthews shares her best tips for eating vegan for 31 days with Green Matters.

If you're looking to up your garden game, elevate your selection with these easy-to-grow fruits and vegetables.

Make sure your garden is the eco-friendliest it can possibly be, with these tips and tricks to ensure you're following sustainable practices.

Why is PVC bad for the environment? Keep reading for what you need to know regarding the highly-contested synthetic material that's often green-washed.

You know PVC is bad for the environment — here’s why.

Get crafty this holiday season without the environmental impact. These 5 Christmas craft ideas are eco-friendly and kid-friendly, for ultimate cheer.

Not sure what to do with your plastic coffee containers? Upcycle them with these 5 useful craft ideas.

Gardening can be a great way to relax and commune with the Earth in a very tangible way but did you know that it’s actually important to the environment as well?