As Bill McKibben writes, “We want to see the world, meet new people, learn about other cultures, widen our perspective; one of the sweetest gifts fossil fuel has given us is the sense of a larger world filled with beauty and diversity.” I find myself drawn to visit some of…
What a year 2018 turned out to be for the environment. The mixed performance of An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power in 2017, which earned one-tenth of the box office draw of its 2006 predecessor, combined with the U.S. pulling out of the Paris Agreement in the summer of 2017, left…
When you first start out on a journey to live an eco-friendly lifestyle, the list of things you need to change right away can feel insurmountable. That’s why it’s so important to take a step back and evaluate how much change you’re capable of taking on at one time. It’s…
Be honest: How large is the holiday card mountain on your kitchen table? We’re guessing it rivals Everest by now, and you’re certainly not alone. Holiday cards tend to pile up this time of year, and while it seems a shame to toss them in the trash, it can be…
My grandmother used to tell me the story about one of her most cherished Christmas memories: Receiving an orange. What was so special about a fresh orange at Christmas? My grandma Jennie was born in the early 1900s when citrus fruit was not available in the winter. Fresh fruit harvested…
Scientific studies consistently show that indoor air quality is at least five times more polluted than outdoor air quality. During the winter months, however, the quality of indoor air can be even lower because we open windows and doors less often when it’s cold. When we keep our windows and…
We’ve all heard the statistic about the skin being the body’s largest organ, but opinions about how to care for its extensive surface area range from “leave it alone” to “use all the products!” I’ve decided to throw my own two cents into the ring and share my sweet, step-by-step…
The Oceanic Society is celebrating Pantone‘s Color of the Year selection, Living Coral, a vibrant message that designers will use in media around the world during 2019 to remind people of the plight of coral reefs. Earth911 talks with Wayne Sentman, director of Conservation Travel Programs at the Oceanic Society…
Just because there is snow on the ground doesn’t mean it is time to stop focusing on living more sustainably. Even though many of us go into inaction during the winter, now is the time to take it up a notch and focus on our winter sustainability practices. One way…
Antifreeze: It’s not just for Fireball Whisky. Wise car owners have some stored in the garage to keep their engines running properly in extreme cold (and hot) conditions. How do you recycle leftover antifreeze? The good news is that antifreeze is recyclable. What Is Antifreeze? Antifreeze is a water-based additive…
