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Zero Waste Living – 6 Ways to Quit Single Use Plastic in Your Grocery Shopping Routine

April 16th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips

We all know that plastic waste is becoming an acute problem on land and in our oceans. While many people [&hellip

The 5 Plastics That Nobody Should Be Using

August 25th, 2017 | by TerraCycle

We are endangering the long-term well-being of the planet because of a desire for short-term wealth and material objects, many of which rely on cheap plastic inputs. As a consumer, the power to purchase is directly in your hands. Here are five plastic products everyone should be avoiding...

Should We Really Recycle Plastic into Clothing?

March 17th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor

Seems like a good idea to recycle our plastic into clothing, but these yoga pants and fleece jackets have a dirty secret. Learn more and take action with The Story of Stuff Project.

Shopping without Plastic Bags: 5 Simple Strategies

February 26th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor

If you're not already shopping without plastic bags, we have 5 strategies that will help you make the switch and help you boost your green lifestyle

Tips for Reducing our Reliance on Plastic

June 10th, 2013 | by The Green Divas

The show was all about plastic — the good, the bad, the ugly, and what you can do to upgrade your own plastic habits

Can You be Plastic-Free?

April 1st, 2013 | by The Green Divas

A couple of years ago, Rodale asked me to participate in their Plastic-Free February challenge. Without hesitating, I said yes, thinking I was already using my reusable shopping bags and storing food in glass and other non-plastic containers whenever possible. I was no fan of plastic. This should be easy and kind of fun, right

Earth Day Inspiration: 15 Reuses for Plastic Bags

April 6th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand

We all know about the devastating effect plastic bags have on nature. Plastics degrade too slowly. The chemical bonds that [&hellip

Klean Kanteen: Replacing Plastics for Every Member of the Family

February 21st, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle

The safety of BPA has been questioned by the National Toxicology Program of the Department of Health and Human Services as well as the Food and Drug Administration. Recently, infant bottles have moved to BPA-free or back to glass. If you are looking for BPA-free replacements for plastic drink containers than look no further. Klean Kanteen offers replacements for plastic drink containers used by all members of your family

Plastic Vs Pine Christmas Trees

December 10th, 2011 | by Chris Keenan

‘Tis the season to be jolly and nothing makes us jollier than taking care of the earth, right? This holiday season when you decorate your home, stop and consider how your home decorations are effecting the environment. A good place to start is the centerpiece of most homes during the holidays: the Christmas tree (or Yule tree, or holiday tree, or whatever you choose to call it.) Also known as the good old fashioned “evergreen tree,” one has to stop and wonder: is it really green

Soapnuts: Plastic-Free, Hypoallergenic Cleaning

September 10th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang

Commercial detergents are full of chemicals that might irritate your skin. You can make your own laundry detergents but there is a great alternative that is from nature. And they are affordable.

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