By Katherine Martinko
It’s challenging to juggle two different diets, but this family does so with ease, while also prioritizing sustainable and ethical food choices. …read more
Swedish shipping to go fossil-free by 2045
By Sami Grover
This could speed up progress for the industry in general. …read more
Photo: Golden-crowned kinglet displays his golden crown
By Melissa Breyer
Our photo of the day offers a rare glimpse of this tiny royal. …read more
Earth911 Quiz #49: Bin It?
By Earth911
Every day, we’re presented with recycling questions. Does this bottle go in the recycling bin or does it need special handling? Can I put paper with grease in the recycling bin? In this Earth911 Quiz, you’ll test your knowledge of daily recycling decisions.
Earth911 Quiz #49: Bin It?
Every day, we are presented with recycling questions. Does this bottle go in the blue bin or does it need special handling? Can paper with grease go in …read more
This Sweet DIY Lip Balm Recipe Is Worthy of a Kiss
By Chase Ezell
This time of year is prime time for chapped lips — you know those dried-out kissers are just dying to be smothered in moisture. As we see it, you really have three choices.
First, you could just leave them be (but honestly, who really wants to have white, dry, flaky lips?).
You could opt for one of those little plastic disposable tubes that are oh-so-hard to recycle.
You could create this simple, natural DIY lip balm at home. …read more
Former piano studio converted into modern 189 sq. ft. micro-apartment
By Kimberley Mok
Once a piano practice space, it’s been now converted into an comfortable little apartment with the help of some smart space-saving strategies. …read more
How sustainable forestry can help the legacy of African American Landowners
By Sustainable Forestry Initiative
As we recognize African American History Month, it is important to highlight a lesser known part of this history – the legacy of forest ownership among the black community, and the leaders who are working to preserve it. …read more
Tip: How to deal with your backpack on a plane
By Ilana Strauss
What do you do when there’s no more carry on room? …read more
Garden Bridge fiasco wasted £53m
By Lloyd Alter
An object lesson in how not to do city-building. …read more
Why we should assume animals are conscious
By Ilana Strauss
Scientists are starting to think most animals may be conscious. Better late than never, I guess. …read more