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DIY Mosquito Repellent That's Eco-Friendly, Safe, and *Actually* Effective
Learn how you can DIY your way to a mosquito-free summer with this repellent!Our Favorite Zero-Waste, Cruelty-Free Hand Soaps
We’ve rounded up eight companies — plus one DIY option — making low-impact, cruelty-free hand soaps, from hand soap tablets to bar soaps to liquid refills in plastic-free bottles.5 DIY Wreath Ideas That Are Low-Waste and Festive
Buying a brand-new wreath can be expensive and unsustainable, but these DIY wreath ideas are a great alternative.Avoiding Candles? Try These 3 Amazing Simmer Pots for the Holidays
If you’re trying to avoid candles this season, these three simmer pot recipes for the holidays are a great alternative.Making Your Own Lip Scrub Has Never Been So Sweet — Check Out These DIY Recipes
Lip scrubs can be an important part of any skincare routine. Here's how to make your own with some of our favorite recipes.Only 4.7 Percent of Plastic Was Recycled in the U.S. in 2021, Greenpeace Report Finds
Does plastic get recycled? A Greenpeace report found that 2021 recycling rates in the U.S. were abysmal.Compostable Pads, Tampons, and Liners for a Sustainable Period
Are pads biodegradable? And more importantly, can pads or tampons ever be composted?Zero Acre Farms Unveils "Cultured Oil," Claiming That It's the Best Cooking Oil for the Environment
Which is the best cooking oil for the environment? A new product called Cultured Oil from Zero Acre Farms claims to hold the title.Give Your Fur Coat New Life by Donating It to Help Wildlife — Plus Other Ideas
If you want to recycle or donate an old fur coat, there are a number of options!The Ultimate Guide to Eco-Friendly Drag Makeup, Outfits, Wigs, and More
We have some tips for eco-friendly drag makeup, outfits, wigs and more.International Plastic Bag Free Day Is July 3 — Here Are Our Favorite Reusable Bags
International Plastic Bag Free Day is July 3, so if you aren't already well-equipped, these are our favorite reusable bags.These Sustainable Refill Stores Will Make Going Zero Waste Seem Like a Total Breeze
Sustainable refill stores: here are the best stores offering bulk-buying options for shoppers who care for the environment, quality, and prices.How to Create a Zero-Waste Makeup Routine: Everything You Need to Know
Creating a zero-waste makeup routine is easier than ever, since there are so many plastic-free makeup companies and products out there these days.Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Plastic, From Food Packaging to Makeup
Thanks to engineers and inventors around the world, new innovations that can replace plastic are constantly cropping up.The Best Zero-Waste, Sustainable, and Non-Toxic Dish Soaps for Sensitive Skin
We’ve rounded up a few of the best dish soaps for sensitive skin, including vegan, zero-waste, sustainable, and EWG Verified brands.How to Recycle Light Bulbs of All Kinds, in Light of the Incandescent Ban
Here is a simple guide on how to recycle and safely dispose of light bulbs, including incandescents, halogens, LEDs, fluorescents, and CFLs.Is Plastic Wrap Recyclable? Here's How to Safely Dispose of Pesky Plastic Wrap, Explained
One of the most commonly used plastics is plastic wrap, also known as Saran or cling wrap. Is it recyclable? Here's everything we know.Maison Jar Is Brooklyn’s Newest Zero-Waste, One-Stop Shop (Exclusive)
Maison Jar just opened its doors in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Greenpoint, inviting locals to shop for various package-free essentials, from frozen fruit to shampoo.Toothbrushes Cause More Waste Than You Might Think — Here's How to Recycle Them
Are toothbrushes recycleable? We use them every day, but they also get thrown out a lot. Here are some more eco-friendly options to try.Greywater Systems Reduce Household Water Waste by up to 40 Percent
What is a greywater system? Those who are interested in lowering their impact may be interested in reducing water waste, with this incredible system.These Restaurants and Food Delivery Platforms Offer Reusable Takeout Containers
If more restaurants offered food and drinks in reusable packaging that could be washed, the restaurant industry could reduce waste immensely.Stop Flushing Your Contact Lenses Down the Drain — Recycle Them Instead
Most contact lenses are made with plastic, and while you can't recycle them curbside, here's how you can recycle them.How Food Co-Ops Work to Save You Money, Reduce Waste, and Build Community
Food co-ops are a great place to shop for zero-waste, local, and healthy foods, get involved in your community, and so much more.How to Make a Sustainable Margarita on National Margarita Day
It’s National Margarita Day! If you’re an eco-conscious fan of margs, you’ll be delighted to know that there are so many easy ways to make an eco-friendly margarita.The Ultimate Guide to Recycling Guitar Strings, Woodwind Reeds, and More
Keep reading for our guide on how to recycle guitar strings, orchestral strings, woodwind reeds, and more.Why You Won't See Any Single-Use Plastic in 'Marry Me,' the New J.Lo Movie
The movie 'Marry Me' doesn’t show any single-use plastic on-screen, instead intentionally opting for reusables.5 Designer Toilet Paper Brands That Also Support Safety Around the World
Why should I buy designer toilet paper? Not only is it beautiful and sustainable, but these brands support causes that help people around the world.These Food Storage Tips From TikTok Will Save So Much Food From Going to Waste
If you're looking to save money on groceries and lower your impact, food storage is key — these TikTok hacks will help divert food from being wasted.These Zero-Waste Restaurants Around the World Are the Future of Dining
These zero-waste restaurants are making a number of efforts to reduce both their landfill waste and environmental footprints.Men Care About Sustainable Living, Too — Just Look at These Influencers and Activists
Something that may help the men in your life level up is encouraging them to follow male sustainability influencers.How to Sustainably Dispose of Your Christmas Tree and Keep It Out of the Landfill
Christmas tree recycling programs are in more places than you might think — here's a look into finding local drop-off programs, plus eco-friendly at-home disposal methods for your tree.7 Basic Recycling Rules and Tips, No Matter Where You Live
Is it even worth learning basic recycling rules and tips? Of course!These Eco Hacks Ruled TikTok in 2021
One of our favorite corners of TikTok is, of course, sustainability and eco-friendly living hacks.8 Recipes That Heavily Reduce Kitchen Waste, Using Rinds and Peels
If you're looking to reduce kitchen waste and put edible ingredients to use for other recipes, there are many recipes that repurpose peels and rinds.Emma Roberts Says Having a Baby Inspired Her to Live More Sustainably (Exclusive)
Emma Roberts recently became a mother to a baby boy — and it inspired her to adopt more sustainable living habits, she tells us as part of our "Green Routine" series.Zero-Waste Self Care Ideas
These zero-waste self care ideas, from DIYs to low-impact products, are sure to make your bath, candle, face mask, and manicure habits much more eco-friendly.Silpats Are a Less Wasteful Way to Bake — but Are They Recyclable?
Cracked Silpats do not make for good baking, but what is the proper way to dispose of them?How to Recycle Your Nespresso Pods and K-Cups, to Ensure Your Morning Brew is Eco-Friendly
If you love coffee, then it's high time you learned the proper way to recycle your K-Cups and Nespresso pods after brewing your morning cuppa.The Secret to Living Zero Waste: "Buy Nothing" Facebook Groups (Exclusive)
Buy Nothing groups can help reduce waste and foster community — the Upper East Side's Buy Nothing group admin tells us more.Our Favorite Eco-Friendly Makeup Brushes
Here's a look into some of our favorite eco-friendly, cruelty-free, vegan, and low-waste makeup brushes.If You're Not Sure How Much Trash You Produce Each Month, Prepare to Be Shocked
The average person produces an incredible amount of garbage in a month, and the problem is only getting worse.Dumpster Diving: How the Zero-Waste Practice Turns Trash to Treasure
Dumpster diving used to be a subject of derision, but social media is causing people to take a second look at its zero-waste potential.The Ocean Cleanup Is Now Cleaning Up Rivers With the "Interceptor"
The "Interceptor" is The Ocean Cleanup's latest innovation, with a goal of cleaning plastic out of rivers before it gets to the ocean.Vanlife Can Be an Exceptionally Eco-Friendly Lifestyle
Vanlife offers a host of environmental benefits, but only if it’s done the right way.Sustainable Toilet Paper Companies, For a Wipe You Can Feel Good About
Supporting a sustainable toilet paper company that responsibly manages its forests is a great way to make your bathroom routine more zero waste.DIY Bath Bomb Recipes That You Can Make at Home
Bath bombs might seem quite luxurious, but they’re surprisingly easy to make at home.12 Ways to Reuse Old Baby Food Jars: DIYs, Recipes, and More
These DIY crafts with baby food jars are the perfect way to spend a rainy Saturday.Exploring the Health and Beauty Benefits of Rice Water
Rice water has many health and beauty benefits that many people don’t know about.7 Delicious Zero-Waste Recipes to Repurpose Your Leftover Rice
Making too much rice doesn’t have to be a wasteful thing. There are plenty of great ways to reinvigorate yesterday’s rice.You Can Shop Secondhand From Home, Through These Online Thrift Stores
Buying secondhand is the sustainable way to shop, but you don't necessarily have to go in-person — these are our favorite online thrift stores.