Halloween is an exciting holiday filled with games, treats and spooky costumes. Unfortunately, it often creates a scary amount of waste. From plastic candy wrappers to flimsy single-use costumes, many Halloween activities end up sending excessive waste to the landfill.  Luckily, celebrating a more sustainable Halloween doesn’t mean giving up your favorite traditions. With these low-waste Halloween ideas, you can have a fun, memorable holiday without creating a negative impact on the planet.  Zero-Waste Halloween Activities for Kids Get into the spirit with these quick low-waste Hallo ..read more

Take a second to picture what resources you use in a typical workday. For most of us, this includes things like paper, pens, water and electricity. The amount you use in one day may seem small, but it adds up over time. The average American office worker uses 10,000 sheets of paper and 500 coffee cups in a year.  Not to mention all the pens, sticky notes and rolls of tape! Reducing waste in the office is one way you can help care for the environment. And it doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming. Whether you work from home or in an office, you can create a sustainable office space ..read more

You want to look your best while living sustainably, but shopping for eco-friendly fabrics can be a challenge. With complex supply chains and confusing labels, it’s difficult to know what materials are actually good for your health and the planet. Synthetic fabrics fill shopping malls, but they have a big impact on the environment. Plastic-based fabrics like polyester release an average of 9 million microfibers into waterways every time you wash them. Sadly, up to 35% of ocean plastic pollution comes from these tiny fibers.  To help you find the best eco-friendly fabrics, we’ve investigat ..read more

Keeping the house clean can feel like a never ending effort, especially when you have a busy schedule. You need quick and effective cleaning supplies that get the job done.  When you browse the cleaning aisle at the store, you’re faced with dozens of products to choose from. Unfortunately, most cleaning products aren’t healthy for you or for the environment.   The Problem With Conventional Cleaning Supplies Manufacturers aren’t required to list all ingredients in household products, and many contain harsh chemicals that can irritate your skin, eyes or lungs.  Plastic-based ..read more

Your pet is a huge part of your life, and you want to include them in your zero-waste lifestyle. Luckily, there are simple things you can do to help shrink your pet’s carbon pawprint.  When you’re working to reduce waste as a pet parent, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the possibilities. Start with a few easy changes that work for your routine. Just like people, pets have unique needs. You may not be able to eliminate all waste, but everything you do makes a difference!  Whether you’re a parent to a dog, cat or another animal, here are five ways you can start becoming a pro at ze ..read more

Want to give your child a healthy, zero-waste school lunch they’ll actually eat without spending hours on meal prep? It may sound like a fantasy, but packing a low-waste lunch is definitely achievable. Even if your schedule is packed, you can build a lunch menu that’s great for your kids and the planet. In this post, we’re sharing tried and true tips to help you create a zero-waste lunch routine that fits your needs. Browse our favorite plastic-free swaps, simple recipes and ideas to get the whole family involved. School Lunch Waste Adds Up Imagine you’re sitting in a school cafeteria. Kids co ..read more

You’ve switched to reusable bags and always bring your own water bottle, but it’s very possible that plastic is sneaking into your daily routine.  The first plastic, a synthetic polymer, was invented way back in 1869. And since then, plastics have become more and more popular. Now, the growing problem of plastic pollution is a worry for people around the world.  You may work hard to avoid plastic waste, but often it’s difficult to know what’s natural and what’s synthetic. These 19 surprising sources of everyday plastic show how common these artificial polymers are today. Luckily, you ..read more

Photo Credit: Aubrie Pick for Simply Sustainable When back-to-school time rolls around, your child dreams of fresh notebooks and colorful art supplies. You dream of a backpack magically filling itself. We know you want to give your little one top-quality products while still taking care of the planet. But school shopping can be hectic, with crowded big box stores and busy schedules to navigate. The good news is, we have your back. We’ve rounded up our favorite eco-friendly school supplies to help you save time. Plus, we’re sharing five simple ideas to help you make this back-to-school season l ..read more

You’re ready to start your journey to a minimalist wardrobe, but maybe you’re not sure where to begin. Revamping your entire closet can feel daunting, especially if you have a tough time letting go of belongings and sentimental items. The good news is that you can start today. And you can make a minimalist wardrobe work for you no matter your budget, routine or sense of style. Best of all, choosing a minimalist wardrobe can help you feel empowered and reduce clutter and stress. It’s also an important way to help care for the planet. The Problem With Fast Fashion If you walk into most big-box ..read more

Right in the middle of your pool party, it happens: red skin, flushed cheeks, zapped energy. A sunburn can stop fun in its tracks. Luckily, you can soothe your skin with ingredients you probably already have at home. When I was growing up, I didn’t think much of the occasional sunburn. But each time your skin gets burned, the damage to your skin cells can increase your risk of skin cancer.  There's no question that proper sun care is important. Unfortunately, many sunscreens and sunburn soothers come in packaging that contributes to pollution. And they often contain ingredients that can i ..read more