These Eco-Friendly Garden Tips Will Keep Your Plants Extra ~Green~
Make sure your garden is the eco-friendliest it can possibly be, with these tips and tricks to ensure you're following sustainable practices.
Sustainable Living
Sustainable living refers to the lifestyle changes anyone can make to live a "greener" life.
PVC Is Incredibly Harmful to the Environment — Here's Why
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.
Why Is PVC Bad for the Environment?
You know PVC is bad for the environment — here’s why.
How Traditional Shampoos Can Affect the Environment, and Eco-Friendly Alternatives
How does your shampoo effect the environment? The products you keep in your shower may adversely effect your water supply and surrounding grounds.
How to Freeze Fresh Green Beans
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.
These Sustainable Christmas Crafts Will Ensure Eco-Friendly Cheer
Get crafty this holiday season without the environmental impact. These 5 Christmas craft ideas are eco-friendly and kid-friendly, for ultimate cheer.
5 Craft Ideas to Reuse and Upcycle Your Old Plastic Coffee Containers
Not sure what to do with your plastic coffee containers? Upcycle them with these 5 useful craft ideas.
Why Is Gardening Important? It Has Endless Benefits for Our Health and the Environment
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?
Period Underwear Is An Easy Zero-Waste Swap — Here Are 5 Options
Period underwear is a great way to reduce the impact of your menstrual cycle. Here are five sustainable and affordable options.
The Most Sustainable Cooking Oils to Keep in Your Kitchen at All Times
What is the most sustainable cooking oil? Keeping your pantry as eco-friendly as possible is a must, especially amid the ongoing climate crisis.
What Makes a Mattress Eco-Friendly, and What Are Some of the Best Eco-Friendly Mattresses?
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.
Smelly Pits? These Are the 10 Strongest Natural Deodorants
If you've been let down by natural deodorants in the past, these are 10 of the strongest formulas for all armpits.
Jojoba: What It Is, How It's Cultivated, Benefits, and More
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.
How to Shop for Sustainable Electronics This Holiday Season
There are plenty of ways to shop for electronics sustainably and affordably without compromising quality or ethics.
Here's How to Make Sure Your Firewood Is Sustainable This Winter
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.
These Eco-Friendly Christmas Lights Will Spread Joy, Sustainably
Even if you aren't feeling particularly festive this holiday season, spread a little eco-friendly joy by hanging these sustainable Christmas lights.
The Ultimate Guide to an Eco-Friendly Hanukkah: Recipes, Candles, and More for a Lit Holiday
Looking for tips for an eco-friendly or zero-waste Hanukkah this December? We’ve put together the ultimate guide.
Keke Palmer on Her PCOS Diagnosis, and Natural Remedies for Others Who Are Suffering
Actress and singer, Keke Palmer, recently revealed that she was diagnosed with PCOS — read for more on the diagnosis and natural remedies for it.
7 of the Best Thrift Stores in Austin, Texas
We explore the best thrift stores in Austin, Texas and where to get the best deals on secondhand treasure.
Instead of Buying Gifts, Here Are the Best Homemade Birthday Presents You Can Make
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.
How Recycled Paper Is Made, and How to Make It at Home
Paper is one of the most recyclable materials around, but how is recycled paper made? And how can you make it at home?
How to Get a Free Recycling Bin From Your City
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.
These Must-Have Gardening Tools Will Make Your Backyard Flourish
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.
Vegan Candles: Why Some Aren't Plant-Based and Cruelty-Free
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.
What Are the Best Reusable Produce Bags?
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?
Are Mattresses Recyclable? Here's The Easiest Way to Recycle Yours
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?
How to Make Rose Water at Home
Rose water can be a potent beauty product or flavor enhancer, and it’s actually not that difficult to make your own rose water at home.
Tips, Tricks, and Products Every Sustainable Crafter Should Have up Their Sleeves
Whether you seriously love crafting or if you're simply obsessed with DIY projects, take a gander at these zero waste craft closet tips and tricks.
6 Zero-Waste Uses for Activated Charcoal
To incorporate activated charcoal into your daily routine, Green Matters compiled a list of six zero-waste ways to use activated charcoal daily.
5 Tech Gadgets That Are Totally Zero-Waste
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.
These Simple Thanksgiving Crafts Are Sustainable and Inexpensive
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.
Sustainable Companies Giving Back for Black Friday and Cyber Monday
For Black Friday, instead of looking for the cheapest deals, why not support small, sustainable companies who are donating profits to charity?
From Newspaper to Reusable Boxes, These Are the Most Sustainable Gift Wrap Alternatives
Single-use gift wrap is notoriously unsustainable and non-recyclable — instead, opt for these sustainable gift wrap alternatives this holiday season.
Shop These Black-Owned Companies for Black Friday Deals
If you were planning to shop for the holidays this weekend, shop these black-owned businesses on Black Friday for an economically responsible spree.
Do Vegans Eat Honey?
Vegans usually don't eat honey — here's everything you need to know about honey, and its impact on animals and the environment.
Vegan Main Dishes to Spice Up Your Thanksgiving Table
These vegan main dish recipes for Thanksgiving will keep your holiday table turkey-free.
The Trick to Getting Rid of Drain Flies Naturally
Drain flies are not a pest that most people are aware they even have until it’s too late. Luckily, there are plenty of natural ways to get rid of drain flies that don’t involve calling an exterminator.
Are Carrots Safe for Dogs? Learn About the Powerful Veggie's Benefits
Carrots are a surprisingly appetizing treat for many dogs and they also happen to be one of the healthiest, low-calorie snacks you can feed your canine companion.
Here's How You Can Make Slime, Sans the Borax
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.
Natural Cures for Back Pain
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?
These Are the Biggest Composting Cities in the U.S.
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.
Canned vs. Dried Beans: Comparing Price, Nutrition, Sustainability, and Preparation
Green Matters is comparing canned vs. dried beans in terms of price, nutrition, sustainability, and preparation, to help you decide which to buy.
Global Warming Could Mean More Tick-Borne Diseases — Here Are the Best Natural Repellents
A recent study showed that rising temperatures and global warming could mean for more tick-borne diseases — there are our favorite natural repellents.
These Are the Best Cruelty-Free, Zero-Waste Mascaras
Cruelty-free mascaras are easy to find these days — here are some of our favorites, which happen to come in sustainable or refillable packaging.
5 of the Best Eco-Friendly Dog Toys
Selecting the right toys for our dogs is no easy task, especially when we’re trying to weed through all the potentially-toxic toys to find the best eco-friendly dog toys.
Why Tiny Homes Are Eco-Friendly — And Why They Sometimes Aren't
Tiny houses have become the new big investment when it comes to green living, but are tiny houses really eco-friendly, or another big drain on our limited natural resources?
Here Are a Few Natural Ways to Remove Body Hair, if That's What You Prefer
If you prefer a clean-shaven look, there are several ways to remove body hair naturally, to avoid products with chemicals, dyes, or fragrances.
Kristin Chenoweth on Holiday Plans and Her Beloved Rescue Pup — Exclusive
Green Matters caught up with Broadway actress, Kristin Chenoweth, to discuss her holidays plans and her seriously adorable dog adoption story.
The Best Nontoxic, Organic Pillows on the Market
There are thousands of different pillows on the market to choose from, but if you’re environmentally or health-conscious, how do you know which ones are nontoxic?
7 Effective, Aluminum-Free Men's Deodorants
Buying the right organic and aluminum-free deodorant is not always easy, but there are some tried and true ways to weed the best from the worst brands.