Zero-Waste

The first Bronx-based zero-waste shop, EcoBronx, is raising money to make plastic-free living accessible in New York City's Bronx neighborhood.

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?

These eco-friendly dog beds will help keep your dog’s nap time as planet-friendly as possible.

Shopping secondhand is always an adventure, especially when you're searching for vintage gold in a hipster haven like Brooklyn.

Recycling may seem like the perfect way to prevent excess waste, but what percentage of recycled products actually gets recycled?

Recycling may seem like a modern environmental concept, but while the process is new, the concept has actually been around for many centuries.

There are endless zero-waste lip balms that are also cruelty-free, vegan, made with natural ingredients, and plastic-free!

Lia, the first biodegradable, flushable, and zero-waste pregnancy test, is finally available.

Cell phone cases are often made of plastic, metal, or silicone, but did you know that you can still dispose of them sustainably?

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.

Finding creative, DIY ways for storing plastic grocery bags is a great way to live more sustainably.

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?

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?

Reusable grocery bags are a great way to reduce your personal environmental impact, but what are the best ways to wash them?

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.

Check out five of our favorite new, innovative, and sustainable beauty products from 2021 (and late 2020).

Disposing of fluorescent bulbs in a safe, eco-friendly way is easy, as long as you understand your options.

Amazon deliveries are at a historic high, but what are you supposed to do with all those Amazon boxes — besides recycling them, obviously?

A sustainable, zero-waste Mardi Gras is possible, even though the holiday usually comes with a lot of waste — here are a few ideas.

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.

These fashion brands use fabric scraps, deadstock fabric, upcycled clothing, and other materials that would have otherwise gone to landfills.

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?

Ready to switch to reusable cotton rounds? Everything you need to know about reusable cotton rounds, plus 7 of our favorite ones.

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

We often cut the tops off carrots and dispose of them, but did you know that even the leafy parts can be delicious?

Very few people win the lottery or win anything at all on scratch-off tickets, but can non-winning tickets be recycled or used for anything else?

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.

Organic tampons can lower the environmental impact of your menstrual cycle — and they're much better for you and the planet.

Fortunately, there are a few eco-friendly floss options out there.

Whether you're looking to redecorate your home, or if you want to support local sustainable creators, these low-waste artists are worth supporting.

There are endless reusable Ziploc bag alternatives on the market these days that are equally durable and more sustainable than single-use baggies.

These affordable environmentally-friendly gifts are perfect for the 2020 holiday season.

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.

Can recycled plastics be recycled again, or are expectations for recycled plastic too unrealistic?

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

If you’re zero waste, it might be difficult to find ways to wrap up your leftovers without plastic, but there are a few zero-waste reusable food containers and lids to make things easier.

Looking for tips for an eco-friendly or zero-waste Hanukkah this December? We’ve put together the ultimate guide.