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How Zero-Waste Chef Max La Manna Is Fighting the Climate Crisis With Food
Chef Max La Manna keeps his kitchen zero-waste and vegan — and he wrote a book called "More Plants Less Waste" to help you do the same.These Zero-Waste Influencers Don't Care About Being Perfect: "This Idea of Perfection Is Impossible"
Zero-waste influencers can sometimes focus too much on perfectionism — but these bloggers are keeping it real by sharing their trash.Celebrate International Women's Day With These Books by Women About the Climate
International Women's Day is every March 8 — honor women in the climate movement by picking up one of these books.Celebrities Who Started Sustainable Slow Fashion Brands
We commend these five celebrities for using their platform to shine a light on sustainable fashion with their fashion brands.7 Innovative Zero-Waste Toothbrushes That Go Beyond the Bamboo Brush
These innovative zero-waste toothbrushes are more than just bamboo — we've rounded up brushes with reusable handles, replaceable brush heads, electric options, and more.Your Environmentalist Loved Ones Will Love This Sustainable Jewelry
Whether you're dating a zero-waste queen or someone who dabbles in eco activism, your partner will love this sustainable Valentine's Day jewelry.The Best Sustainable Face Masks by Slow Fashion Brands
A sustainable cloth face masks can be worn over and over again — here are 10 slow fashion brands making eco-friendly cloth face masks.These Low-Waste Decorating Tips Will Liven Up Your Living Space
If you're looking to redo your home in the most guilt-free way imaginable, take a look at these low-waste decorating tips.Zero-Waste Skincare: 5 Low-Impact Face Masks You Can Make at Home
You can make these face masks at home with resources you likely already have in order to keep your impact down.Looking for Rechargeable Batteries? Here Are the Best and Most Affordable Options
Rechargeable batteries are one of the best ways to minimize your personal environmental impact, but how do you know which rechargeable batteries are the best?Do Vegans Have Higher Levels of Testosterone?
Living a vegan lifestyle is often seen as stereotypical for many reasons. Among the misconceptions is the idea that vegans have lower testosterone than “real meat eaters,” but is that really true?What Is Magnetic Induction Cooking? Behind the Low-Impact Culinary Trend
What is magnetic induction cooking? If you're looking for a culinary technique that will lower your environmental impact, this should do the trick.What is the Low-Impact Movement? How It Compares to the Zero-Waste Lifestyle
What exactly is the low-impact movement, and how does it compare to the zero-waste lifestyle?What Is Permaculture Gardening? You Can Create a Self-Sufficient Garden
Permaculture gardening is a great way to cultivate and form a close relationship with the natural world. But what does working with the environment actually entail in this new practice?Why Is Gardening Important? It Has Endless Benefits for Our Health and the Environment
Gardening can be a great way to relax and commune with the Earth in a very tangible way but did you know that it’s actually important to the environment as well?How to Shop for Sustainable Electronics This Holiday Season
There are plenty of ways to shop for electronics sustainably and affordably without compromising quality or ethics.Are Wildlife Adoption Programs Legitimate? What You Should Know
Are wildlife adoption programs legitimate? To combat climate change it's important to help endangered species, but does adopting do anything?These Eco-Friendly Christmas Lights Will Spread Joy, Sustainably
Even if you aren't feeling particularly festive this holiday season, spread a little eco-friendly joy by hanging these sustainable Christmas lights.Looking for Eco-Friendly Fashion Inspo? Follow These Sustainable Fashionistas on IG
If you're a low or zero-waste fashionista seeking out eco-friendly inspiration, take a look at some of our favorite sustainable fashion influencers.Tips, Tricks, and Products Every Sustainable Crafter Should Have up Their Sleeves
Whether you seriously love crafting or if you're simply obsessed with DIY projects, take a gander at these zero waste craft closet tips and tricks.Natural Cures for Back Pain
Back pain is a difficult problem that often has very complicated long-term solutions, but are there other ways to cure back pain naturally, at least in the interim?Attention, Parents! These Toy Companies Are Taking a Stand Against Plastic
The toy industry wastes massive amounts of plastic, but these toy companies are taking a stand against the wasteful material and cutting back.20 Zero-Waste Cooking Tips for a Sustainable Kitchen
These zero-waste cooking tips will make your kitchen even more sustainable.Our Favorite Climate Justice Instagram Accounts to Add to Your Feed
Climate justice is a key part of the fight against the climate crisis, and these 10 Instagram accounts are all about intersectional climate activism and education.11 Sustainability YouTubers to Subscribe to ASAP
Looking for sustainability-focused YouTubers to subscribe to? Look no further!Find Zero-Waste Stores in Your Area — See Our Faves!
Find local zero-waste stores in your community!Are Concentrated Cleaning Refills the Future of Home Consumer Goods?
Concentrated cleaning refills from brands like Blueland, Elcove, and Cleancult are a new wave in the cleaning industry.Croatia’s New Solar Roof Project Could Create 8,000 Jobs and Support a Green COVID-19 Recovery
Croatia is awarding a solar roof project money to help rebuild the economy, create jobs, and support renewable energy.Is Upcycled Fashion a Passing Trend or the Future of Fashion?
Upcycled, sustainable fashion is a growing trend, thanks to designers like Zero Waste Daniel and Grant Blvd.IKEA Is Launching Vegan Swedish Meatballs That Will Satisfy Meat Lovers
IKEA's new vegan plant balls supposedly taste just like the store's classic beef meatballs — at 4 percent of the climate footprint.How to Get Zero-Waste Groceries During Coronavirus Lockdowns
Zero-waste grocery shopping is possible during coronavirus quarantines — here are a few tips to keeping your food low-impact right now.What the Quarantine Can Teach Us About Zero-Waste Living, Saving the Planet, and Hope
Quarantine living is not a walk in the park, but there are a few takeaways we can carry into life after the pandemic is over.PSA: Shutting Off the Faucet While Washing Your Hands Could Save Gallons of Water Daily
You’re probably wasting a lot of water while constantly washing your hands.9 Eco-Friendly Toys to Keep Your Kids Entertained While in Quarantine
To keep your kids occupied during the COVID-19 quarantine, invest in a few new eco-friendly toys from sustainable brands.8 Ethical Companies to Support This Gift-Giving Season
Ethical companies are worth supporting if you have the money to do so — here are eight awesome options.These Companies Are Making Vegan Leather Out of Plants Instead of Plastic
Vegan leather is traditionally made from plastic, but these six innovative companies are using plants instead.New York's Plastic Bag Ban Goes Into Effect March 1: Everything New Yorkers Need to Know
New York state is banning single-use plastic bags on March 1 — here's how the new law will work.Grocery Shopping Online vs. Delivery vs. In-Store — Which Has the Lowest Emissions?
A new study believes this is the lowest-impact way to buy consumable groceries.Our Favorite Sustainable Outfits of the 2020 Awards Season
Here are some of the most sustainable looks from the 2020 awards season.How Eco-Anxiety Is Inspiring Americans to Make Behavioral Changes for the Planet
New research shows that more Americans are concerned about the climate crisis than you may think.The Most Eco-Friendly Non-Dairy Milks
Non-dairy milks all have a lower environmental impact than cow's milk — but which ones are the most eco-friendly?Benefits of Vegan Diet: How it Will Affect Your Health, the Planet, and More
The benefits of veganism extend beyond your health — a vegan lifestyle can also benefit the animals, the environment, and your peace of mind.11 Vegan Thanksgiving Sides That Will Impress Everyone — Plus, Advice for the Holiday From Longtime Vegans
Thanksgiving is all about the side dishes — and these vegan recipes will help keep your Turkey Day turkey-free.Zero-Waste Hair and Body Brand Ethique Is Now at Target
Ethique has landed at Target5 Breathtaking Eco-Friendly Hotels and Resorts From Around the World
Some of the world's most eco-friendly hotels are also incredibly gorgeous.This Engineer Has Recycled 50 Tons of Plastic Into Fuel
Engineer Satish Kumar is using plastic pyrolysis to turn plastic into synthetic fuel.What Is Fast Fashion? (Plus Alternatives That Are Sustainable and Affordable)
Find out what fast fashion is — and learn about alternatives that are better for the planet.I Have a Cat: How Do I Keep Pet Care Low-Impact?
Being a pet owner can be hard when you’re zero-waste — here’s how to lower your impact with a cat.United Airlines Flies "Flight for the Planet," an Eco-Friendly Flight With Less Emissions and Low Waste
United Airlines just flew its first eco-friendly flight, called the "Flight for the Planet," on World Environment Day.Zero-Waste Laundry Options
Learn how to minimize your impact while doing laundry.