Zero-Waste

If you’re trying to avoid candles this season, these three simmer pot recipes for the holidays are a great alternative.

If you don’t know what to do with leftover pickle juice, here are some ideas: get rid of weeds, pickle other foods, relieve cramps, clean your copper cookware, or use it in recipes.

Does plastic get recycled? A Greenpeace report found that 2021 recycling rates in the U.S. were abysmal.

Are pads biodegradable? And more importantly, can pads or tampons ever be composted?

Eco-friendly Halloween decorations can include pumpkins, sheet ghosts, and more. Sustainable decor aims to reduce waste and reuse materials that you already own.

Sustainable refill stores: here are the best stores offering bulk-buying options for shoppers who care for the environment, quality, and prices.

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.

Thanks to engineers and inventors around the world, new innovations that can replace plastic are constantly cropping up.

We’ve rounded up a few of the best dish soaps for sensitive skin, including vegan, zero-waste, sustainable, and EWG Verified brands.

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 just opened its doors in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Greenpoint, inviting locals to shop for various package-free essentials, from frozen fruit to shampoo.

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.

What is a greywater system? Those who are interested in lowering their impact may be interested in reducing water waste, with this incredible system.

Keep reading for our guide on how to recycle guitar strings, orchestral strings, woodwind reeds, and more.

What do minimalism and zero waste have in common? Well, a lot. Check out a few of our easy lifestyle tips to help declutter and reduce your carbon footprint.

The movie 'Marry Me' doesn’t show any single-use plastic on-screen, instead intentionally opting for reusables.

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.

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 are making a number of efforts to reduce both their landfill waste and environmental footprints.

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.

One of our favorite corners of TikTok is, of course, sustainability and eco-friendly living hacks.

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 "Interceptor" is The Ocean Cleanup's latest innovation, with a goal of cleaning plastic out of rivers before it gets to the ocean.

Vanlife offers a host of environmental benefits, but only if it’s done the right way.

Supporting a sustainable toilet paper company that responsibly manages its forests is a great way to make your bathroom routine more zero waste.

Bath bombs might seem quite luxurious, but they’re surprisingly easy to make at home.

These DIY crafts with baby food jars are the perfect way to spend a rainy Saturday.

Rice water has many health and beauty benefits that many people don’t know about.

Making too much rice doesn’t have to be a wasteful thing. There are plenty of great ways to reinvigorate yesterday’s rice.

These dog grooming products are all cruelty-free, vegan, and sustainably packaged.

This selection of organic, zero-waste teas are a delicious way to celebrate sustainability.

Although biodegradable packaging sounds like what our wasteful planet needs, it isn't where it needs to be yet, to actually help reduce waste.

You can learn to print sustainably at home with these handy tips, tricks, and some eco-friendly printing paraphernalia.

There are plenty of skincare products that are cruelty-free, vegan, sustainably-packaged, and made by companies that share your values.

Getting rid of old paint might seem tricky at first glance, but did you know that paint cans can be recycled?

Zero food waste chef, Ian Thurwachter, gave Green Matters tips on reducing your waste in the kitchen, and told us how his lifestyle impacts his cooking.

If you're trying to lower your impact in the kitchen, consider stocking up on a few of our favorite compostable, reusable, and zero-waste sponges.

Brightly just published a sustainability ranking of seven of the biggest American stores: including Aldi, Costco, Kroger, Target, Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and Whole Foods.

These gluten-free pasta straws are one of a kind, and a solid alternative to single-use plastic or paper straws.

The upcycled food trend is turning ugly vegetables and formerly wasted grains into new and impressive edibles.