Sustainable Living

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?

Should I start taking a Vitamin D supplement? The secosteroid has many biological health effects, and is difficult for most adults to get naturally.

What is compost tea? The sustainable and natural plant fortifier is perfect for those of us who love keeping our homes green and zero-waste.

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?

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.

How does your shampoo effect the environment? The products you keep in your shower may adversely effect your water supply and surrounding grounds.

If your green beans are growing too fast for you and your family to eat them right away, you might be interested in learning how to freeze fresh green beans to extend their shelf life.

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

Period underwear is a great way to reduce the impact of your menstrual cycle. Here are five sustainable and affordable options.

What is the most sustainable cooking oil? Keeping your pantry as eco-friendly as possible is a must, especially amid the ongoing climate crisis.

Finding an eco-friendly mattress can be fairly daunting, especially if you don’t understand what makes a mattress eco-friendly in the first place.

If you've been let down by natural deodorants in the past, these are 10 of the strongest formulas for all armpits.

What is jojoba? You've most likely seen hair products and lotions advertised to contain the unique ingredient — here's what it is, its benefits, and more.

There are plenty of ways to shop for electronics sustainably and affordably without compromising quality or ethics.

Whether your home is heated by a wood stove or if it's simply graced with a fireplace, here's how to ensure your firewood is 100 percent sustainable.

Even if you aren't feeling particularly festive this holiday season, spread a little eco-friendly joy by hanging these sustainable Christmas lights.

We explore the best thrift stores in Austin, Texas and where to get the best deals on secondhand treasure.

Giving your friend a birthday gift shouldn't break the bank. Check out these 7 homemade, sustainable, and ethical birthday presents to gift your friends.

Paper is one of the most recyclable materials around, but how is recycled paper made? And how can you make it at home?

If you don’t own a recycling bin, it’s pretty hard to start the process. Luckily, there are some pretty easy ways to get a free recycling bin.

Whether you're looking to start a garden or ensure that it flourishes year-round, consider buying these must-have gardening tools for your yard.

Why aren't all candles considered vegan? Not all candles are totally plant-based, but we've compiled a few of our favorite vegan soy varieties.

With plastic bag bans popping up all over the country, many Americans find themselves looking for reusable options for shopping. But what are some of the best reusable produce bags out there today?

It’s sometimes tricky to get rid of an old mattress but what happens if you don’t want to throw it out? How then do you recycle a mattress?

To incorporate activated charcoal into your daily routine, Green Matters compiled a list of six zero-waste ways to use activated charcoal daily.

Those seeking out zero-waste tech gadgets should peruse a few of our favorite varieties that are guaranteed to keep you up and running sustainably.

If you're seeking out DIY Thanksgiving crafts to decorate your house sustainably and on the cheap, we've compiled a few of our favorite projects.

For Black Friday, instead of looking for the cheapest deals, why not support small, sustainable companies who are donating profits to charity?

Single-use gift wrap is notoriously unsustainable and non-recyclable — instead, opt for these sustainable gift wrap alternatives this holiday season.

If you were planning to shop for the holidays this weekend, shop these black-owned businesses on Black Friday for an economically responsible spree.

Vegans usually don't eat honey — here's everything you need to know about honey, and its impact on animals and the environment.

These vegan main dish recipes for Thanksgiving will keep your holiday table turkey-free.

If you're looking for a fun and safe way to play to play with your kids, here's how to make slime without borax, using all-natural ingredients.

Back pain is a difficult problem that often has very complicated long-term solutions, but are there other ways to cure back pain naturally, at least in the interim?

Whether you're seeking out an eco-conscious new hometown or if you're simply curious, these are the biggest composting cities across the U.S.