Just 20 Companies Produce 55 Percent of Single-Use Plastic on Earth
According to a new report, a group of just 20 companies are responsible for more than half of the single-use plastic used on Earth.
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Affordable Bidet Attachments to Take Your Toilet to the Next Level
There are so many affordable bidet attachments out there that you can easily install on your toilet by yourself — or even take with you on the go.One-Stop Shops for Sustainably Shopping Online That Are Better Than Amazon
Check out this list of our favorite sustainable online marketplaces.Are Compostable Bags Really Compostable? What You Need to Know This Int’l Compost Awareness Week
Happy Int’l Compost Awareness Week! Here's everything you need to know about compostable and biodegradable bags.Who Gives A Crap About Toilet Paper, Anyway? How This TP Company Is Doing Things Differently — Exclusive
We interviewed Who Gives A Crap cofounder Danny Alexander to learn more about the sustainable brand.
Sustainable Athletic Wear Brands for Eco-Friendly Workouts
Is it possible to find sustainable athletic wear?Turning Home Depot Sheds Into Tiny Houses: Everything You Need to Know
Home Depot’s customizable tiny homes might be an affordable answer for those looking to get into the tiny housing market.How Do Bathrooms Work in Tiny Homes?
Tiny home owners make very practical use of the space they have available, but what do most tiny homes do about bathrooms?Level Up With These ~Weird~ Tips for Expert Zero-Waste Living
Here are three very specific — and kinda weird — tips for seasoned zero wasters.How to Start Going Zero Waste: 7 Steps for Beginners
Here's our beginner’s guide to transitioning to a zero-waste or low-impact lifestyle.How Long Has the Zero-Waste Movement Been Around?
Before the invention of plastic, the world had no choice to be zero waste, but when did the modern zero-waste movement start?How Do Zero-Waste Shops Work?
Zero waste’s increasing popularity has given rise to many businesses dedicated to the purpose of sustainability, but how do they work?5 Cruelty-Free Lip Balms to Soothe Those Chapped Lips
Most people would never assume that their lip balm is anything but eco-friendly, but there are several factors that determine whether or not a lip balm is truly cruelty-free.Will a Zero-Waste Society Ever Be Possible?
A zero-waste society might seem the perfect way to create a sustainable future, but will it ever be possible?Zero-Waste Stores Can Be As Profitable As Any Small Business (Exclusive)
The zero-waste lifestyle is becoming increasingly fashionable these days, but are zero-waste stores as profitable as the lifestyle’s apparent trendiness would have you believe?Do You Still Count As Zero Waste If You Recycle?
Many new zero waste adopters still find themselves wondering, does recycling count as zero waste?Zero-Waste Hair Care Tips to Keep You Stylish, Sustainably
Zero waste living usually means eschewing plastic in its entirety, but what are some zero-waste hair care options?How to Recycle Shoes: Sneakers, Slippers, Boots, and More
There are many ways to recycle old shoes, no matter the condition.The Bronx's First Zero-Waste Shop Is Making the Lifestyle More Accessible (Exclusive)
The first Bronx-based zero-waste shop, EcoBronx, is raising money to make plastic-free living accessible in New York City's Bronx neighborhood.Is It Actually Possible to Change the Color of Hydrangeas Using Coffee?
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?6 Eco-Friendly Dog Beds to Keep Nap Time Sustainable
These eco-friendly dog beds will help keep your dog’s nap time as planet-friendly as possible.6 of the Best Thrift Stores in Brooklyn
Shopping secondhand is always an adventure, especially when you're searching for vintage gold in a hipster haven like Brooklyn.Corona Rolls Out Biodegradable Six-Packs Made From Barley Waste
Corona is rolling out biodegradable six-pack packaging that's made from barley, which is composed of waste from the beer-making process.Eco-Friendly Hair Ties and Scrunchies to Get You Through Bad Hair Days, Sustainably
These eco-friendly hair ties and scrunchies will get you through any bad hair day, sustainably.What Percentage of Recycling Actually Gets Recycled?
Recycling may seem like the perfect way to prevent excess waste, but what percentage of recycled products actually gets recycled?These Sustainable Pioneers Are Responsible for Modern Recycling Techniques
Recycling may seem like a modern environmental concept, but while the process is new, the concept has actually been around for many centuries.Zero-Waste Lip Balms — Natural, Cruelty-Free, and Vegan Options
There are endless zero-waste lip balms that are also cruelty-free, vegan, made with natural ingredients, and plastic-free!You Can Finally Buy Lia, the Flushable, Zero-Waste Pregnancy Test
Lia, the first biodegradable, flushable, and zero-waste pregnancy test, is finally available.These Zero-Waste Influencers Don't Care About Being Perfect: "This Idea of Perfection Is Impossible"
“This movement isn't exclusively for perfectionists."
Can You Recycle Old Phone Cases? How to Dispose of Them Sustainably
Cell phone cases are often made of plastic, metal, or silicone, but did you know that you can still dispose of them sustainably?How to Safely Recycle Razor Blades
Disposable razors and razor blades were once some of the hardest materials to get rid of, but many recycling programs are looking to change that.The Most Creative and Eco-Friendly Ways to Store Plastic Bags
Finding creative, DIY ways for storing plastic grocery bags is a great way to live more sustainably.Celebrate International Women's Day With These Books by Women About the Climate
International Women's Day is every March 8 — honor women in the climate movement by picking up one of these books.
Which Grocery Stores Use the Most Plastic, According to Greenpeace
Looking for an eco-friendly grocery store? Well-respected environmental organization, Greenpeace, ranked grocery stores on their plastic usage.How Do Reusable Grocery Bags Help the Environment?
Everyone seems to be using reusable grocery bags these days, but are they as good for the environment as we’ve been led to believe?Given Current COVID-19 Restrictions, Will Starbucks Still Fill a Reusable Cup?
Starbucks used to offer customers a chance to get their drinks made in their own reusable cup from home, but is the company still offering this option even in the era of COVID-19?Can Reusable Grocery Bags Be Washed?
Reusable grocery bags are a great way to reduce your personal environmental impact, but what are the best ways to wash them?7 Innovative Zero-Waste Toothbrushes That Go Beyond the Bamboo Brush
These innovative zero-waste toothbrushes are more than just bamboo — we've rounded up brushes with reusable handles, replaceable brush heads, electric options, and more.5 of Our Favorite Sustainable Beauty Innovations From 2021
Check out five of our favorite new, innovative, and sustainable beauty products from 2021 (and late 2020).How to Recycle Fluorescent Lightbulbs — No, You Can't Just Throw Them Away
Disposing of fluorescent bulbs in a safe, eco-friendly way is easy, as long as you understand your options.What to Do With Amazon Boxes — Besides Just Recycling Them
Amazon deliveries are at a historic high, but what are you supposed to do with all those Amazon boxes — besides recycling them, obviously?How to Celebrate Mardi Gras With Zero Waste
A sustainable, zero-waste Mardi Gras is possible, even though the holiday usually comes with a lot of waste — here are a few ideas.Recycling Centers You Can Tour, In-Person or Virtually
Here are a few awesome recycling centers around the U.S. that you can visit — many of which also offer virtual tours.How This Affordable Hair Care Brand Ditched Plastic for Aluminum (Exclusive)
Eva NYC's hair care product range has completely transitioned from plastic to aluminum packaging, and still manages to be an affordable, zero-waste option.Four of the Best Ugly Produce Companies, to Avoid Food Waste
Produce that is considered “ugly” often ends up in landfills, but some companies are proving that even the ugliest foods have a place in the kitchen.7 Sustainable Fashion Brands That Upcycle Deadstock and Fabric Scraps
These fashion brands use fabric scraps, deadstock fabric, upcycled clothing, and other materials that would have otherwise gone to landfills.How to Find Textile Recycling Near You
It’s easy enough to donate clothing to those in need, but what do you do if you want to recycle textiles and ensure that they will be put to good use?These Reusable Cotton Rounds Are Sustainable Alternatives to Single-Use Facial Wipes
Ready to switch to reusable cotton rounds? Everything you need to know about reusable cotton rounds, plus 7 of our favorite ones.How to Make Natural Vegan Candles at Home
Store-bought candles are often expensive and not environmentally-friendly, but making your own natural vegan soy candles at home is easy and fun.Exploring the Unsung Culinary Uses of Carrot Tops
We often cut the tops off carrots and dispose of them, but did you know that even the leafy parts can be delicious?
