Many of us have heard that going plastic-free is a great way to reduce your personal environmental impact. However, removing plastic from your life, and especially from your kitchen, sounds like a daunting task. Trust me, I get it – plastic is so possible. This guide will first explain the benefits of a plastic-free kitchen, and will then provide you with some simple tips on how to achieve the sustainable kitchen of your dreams ..read more

Although many people are unaware of this, bees are slowly dying off. Over 89% of the bee population has gone extinct within the last five years and without bees we would be left without many types of produce including peaches, plums, almonds, and coffee. Please help these little guys and gals out by planting some of these flowers that you can easily pick up at your local nursery, supermarket, or home improvement store. Happy planting ..read more

If you want to purchase better swimwear this year but haven't had time to find research brands, we've got you covered. We compiled a list of our top 3 favorite swimwear brands. These brands minimize their carbon footprint and treat their workers right ..read more

The idea of transitioning to a waste-free lifestyle seems ambitious- or even scary. However, it’s more simple than you may think. I recently watched a Ted Talk presentation on youtube about a woman who had learned how to live a completely waste-free life. No plastic, no chemicals, nothing. During her presentation she showed the audience a mason jar that contained all of the waste that she produces in a year. It seemed impossible to me that  one human could make so little waste and the idea of this waste-free lifestyle made me think: maybe it wasn’t as hard as it looked. Living a life ..read more

Did you know that the cosmetics you're purchasing could be taking a toll on the environment? While plastic packaging is harmful, the real threat is the toxic chemicals contained in your makeup. After you wash up your makeup and it goes down the sink, it can end up in lakes, rivers, and streams, damaging local ecosystems. All of this may seem worrying, but we have a solution. By changing your makeup routine to eco-friendly alternatives, you can take part in saving the planet ..read more