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Waste & Consumption

How to break up with paper towels

Forming a habit is about figuring out all the ways you’ll mess it up.

July 10, 2023

Ditch the water weight

Are climate claims made by just-add-water cleaners for real—or totally diluted?

June 26, 2023

The green war

A frontline battle for the planet is raging in our literal backyards.

June 19, 2023

Out with the old, in with the old

A dispatch from your new Editor-in-Chief

June 12, 2023

The secrets of sustainability's favorite white powder

In the late 18th Century, the last king of France challenged the scientific community to invent a remarkable substance. The winning recipe changed the world.

April 28, 2023

Clean up after your dog

The no-guilt-trips-allowed guide to addressing your pup's environmental impact

January 27, 2023

Four easy environmental new year’s resolutions that anyone can keep

You don't need to upend your life to make a serious positive impact.

January 6, 2023

Quick reminder: Mulch your tree

Keeping your holiday plant life out of the landfill keep greenhouse gasses out of the atmosphere

December 29, 2022

Holiday Hit: You don't need tape

Plastic tape from holiday gifts generates literal tons of plastic waste every year. Read this to learn how to wrap presents without it.

December 16, 2022

Unpopular opinions

Some climate-friendly changes are easy to suggest. Other ideas are best kept to one's self. Oh well, here goes!

December 2, 2022

Sustainable underpants?

Is it even possible to buy an eco-friendly garment? I'm trying to find out.

October 7, 2022

Your old phone is a badge of honor

Repeat after me: "I probably don't need a new smartphone. I probably don't need a new smartphone..."

September 9, 2022