One of the most important aspects of an eco-friendly life is making the conscious decision to simply consume less — conscious consumption if you will. Becoming a conscious consumer may seem disarmingly simple, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s always easy. Especially in a culture where we’re bombarded with…
Planet-friendly products are getting easier to find, but they’re still too expensive for most people to buy. If you can’t afford fair trade coffee, organic cotton towels, and reclaimed wood tables, environmentalism can seem like a cause you can’t join. It’s good to shop your values, but the truth is,…
There’s something special about grilling in the summer: the aroma, the familial togetherness, the juicy meal resulting from one’s efforts. Generally, hamburgers and hot dogs can be expected on the menu, as they’re traditional essentials at summertime cookouts. This summer, flip the script. Trade your beef for a grain that…
It’s a well-known fact that immersing yourself in nature can have brilliant effects on your mental health and well-being. However, with more of us having busy lives and less time to spend hours out in the garden tending to plants, what are the alternatives to introducing more nature to your…
This is the final article in a six-part series focused on helping consumers choose products that align with their values. Of all the eco-labels, “organic” has arguably generated the most interest. It is also one of the clearest and most consistent certification systems because the USDA regulates it. The USDA…
According to the EPA, in 2015, almost 24 percent of the U.S. municipal solid waste stream was composed of food remnants and yard trimmings. We could significantly reduce the amount of waste going to landfills by diverting these materials to another use. Enter: composting. Grass clippings, food scraps, and yard…
April Fool’s Day could be the global holiday for greenwashers and ecological mythmakers, but the Earth911 team is on the case. We discuss the realities of products labeled biodegradable and compostable, how to shop for sustainability when presented “organic” and “recyclable” products, and the habits that will make a real…
This week’s quote is from author Bill McKibben about our environmental impact: “We have the same impact in five minutes that our ancestors had in a year.” Earth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people think of the planet first, every day. Click to get a larger image….
The travel industry is the fastest growing in the world — that’s right, the world. With this in mind, it is becoming more and more apparent that we need to make adjustments as we travel in order to reduce our carbon footprint and preserve the environment, no matter where we…
My grandmother’s “icebox cake” was one of my favorite desserts growing up. She made it by layering graham crackers and warm pudding in a pan and setting the pan in the refrigerator so the mixture could set up. After a few hours, the cracker layers had absorbed some of the…
