Skincare empties are usually something to be proud of. Utilizing every single drop of the product means none of it went to waste. On the other hand, you’re now left with empty packaging that will likely end up in a landfill. Eco-friendly packaging is still not as widely available as it should be, but it has to go hand in hand with sustainable skincare products to promote going green. Diving Into Eco-Friendly Packaging The skincare industry has big problems when it comes to product packaging. Plastic can take around 20 to 500 years to decompose. The material also just gets smaller as time goes ..read more

Each year, on the 22nd of April, over 1 billion people make efforts to lower their emissions and reduce their waste, while advocating for the environment. This past April, focus was on raising awareness about the harm caused by plastics, as well as the importance of conducting clean-ups and adopting more sustainable habits. Organizers hope Earth Day efforts will lead to a 60% reduction in plastic production by 2040. Now, there’s no question championing these noble causes on a single day is effective. However, you shouldn’t overlook your environmental responsibilities for the rest of the year ..read more

Plug-in hybrids promised to solve one of the most pressing problems with electric vehicles — what do you do when you run out of charge and there’s nowhere to juice up? By combining a traditional gas engine with the ability to run on battery power alone, manufacturers of such vehicles intended for them to use fossil fuels only when necessary, thus reducing overall emissions.  However, reality may not live up to the hype. Are plug-in hybrids really better for the environment? Here’s what the data shows. Are Plug-in Hybrids Truly Environmentally Friendly? The basic premise of a plug-in hybr ..read more

Keeping your kids entertained — especially when school’s out — can be a challenge. Not only do you have to come up with activities that will hold their attention. As a parent, you’ll probably want to use the opportunity to make those activities educational and healthy for your little ones by moving them away from their screens and into nature. The good news is that there are plenty of outdoor activities you can do with your children. Even more, by exercising some creativity, you can transform these pastimes into family traditions, ensuring you get some quality time to spend with your little o ..read more

Watching paint — or stain — dry is boring, but did you know many such products are also harmful? Paints and stains emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) the moment you open the can, polluting the air in the surrounding environment. VOCs serve as chemical solvents and driers. They allow additives to blend and help the product dry fast by rapidly evaporating. Aside from VOCs, old paint and stain products may contain heavy metals. These substances fall into the hazardous waste category, which is fatal when ingested or absorbed. Paints and stains can harm your health and the environment. What Do ..read more

How do you learn about the world from earliest infancy? Most people associate education with school and books, but the reality is people learn through all of their senses — and more than five exist. People experience external input in various ways, which is why sensory activities are so powerful for helping children learn about their environment.  Parents, teachers, coaches, therapists and others can harness the power of all the senses to encourage children’s growth and development. Here’s how to use environmental sensory activities to engage young learners, including those who are somet ..read more

There’s nothing more eye-opening than travel. Yet the truth is, travel can be not only expensive but, depending on how you do it, it can even be detrimental to the environment. Unfortunately, the unsustainable effects of travel will only get more intense. Firstly, social media has turned travel into the preferable way for people to explore themselves. On top of that, previous COVID-related travel restrictions have resulted in as many as 40% of Americans planning to travel more in 2024 compared to the previous year. So, if you want to see the world in an eco-friendly way, but are limited on fu ..read more

Trying to find eco-friendly, sustainable or plastic-free options can be difficult at times. It is for this reason we’ve decided to come up with a new series called Friendly Finds. In this series, we’ll cover some of the products we’ve come across that we think you might want to try yourself. As Earth Day is coming up soon, and the theme this year is Planet vs. Plastics, this Friendly Finds article will cover a few, non-plastic alternatives for some of the products you likely use on a regular basis. Please note, while this article contains items of our own choosing, it also contains affiliate ..read more

The planet is on its way to overcoming the climate crisis with the help of massive governmental investments and environmental advocacy. In this article, we’ll discuss how one of the biggest projects in renewable power history came to fruition, although recognizing its impacts requires a critical eye. How is a landmark clean energy deal bringing equal parts optimism and distress? Here are the nuances and why the plan is more complex than it seems: An Introduction to SunZia’s Transmission Lines Numerous investors banded together to support SunZia’s parent company, Pattern Energy, in building 55 ..read more

Are you seeking the hippest new ride? Forget engines — bamboo bikes are more popular than ever in 2024 and investing in one is an instant conversation starter. What’s behind the rise of these unique transportation and recreational machines? This material has some impressive qualities that make it a hit among bike enthusiasts. Take a closer look at why bamboo bikes are becoming the next big thing.  The Many Wonderful Qualities of Bamboo Bamboo is a fabulous, readily replaceable, raw material that’s so efficient some species grow nearly three feet per day. It grows much faster than most ot ..read more