Environmental and social justice must evolve hand-in-hand. A focus on only one aspect of our species’ sustainability can limit progress on all fronts. The issue of environmental racism, which loads the negative consequences of climate change, pollution, and adverse health effects on a single population, requires sustainability take a broad…

For years, the day after Thanksgiving has been commandeered by Black Friday activities (standing in line at 4:00 a.m., trampling fellow shoppers for the latest toy, you know what we mean). If you’re ready to ditch the consumption this year and try something new, Earth911 is here to help. We…

Minimalism, reducing one’s consumption to the essentials, is one way to reduce your resources consumption and limit your consumer spending. By reducing what you buy, what you consume, and what you ultimately throw away, you’ll waste fewer resources, reduce energy expenditure and carbon emissions, and adopt a less environmentally impactful…

A time-honored autumn pastime for locavores that neatly fits into the trending cottagecore aesthetic, mushroom hunting encourages people to experience the natural world and eat healthy, local food. As wilderness hobbies go, foraging is generally simple and safe. But you there are a few things you need to know before…

Thanksgiving is a time to indulge, but there is no need for excess. You can have a delicious, sustainable holiday without filling trash bag after trash bag throughout the day. Reduce waste from a bountiful Thanksgiving dinner with careful planning and precycling. 1. Make Lists Create detailed shopping lists for…