Sustainability

Why Are Our Oceans Full of Plastic?

Find out what you can do to decrease the amount of plastic in the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans.

By Heidi Wachter

How Nature Boosts Your Health

Digging in the garden, walking by a river, and enjoying some sun during lunch do more than just lift your spirits — they’re good for your physical health, too.

By Stephanie Granada

Functional/Integrative Medicine Nature

Behind the Scenes With Kimi Werner (Video)

Go behind the scenes with free diver and clean-water advocate Kimi Werner to learn why nature motivates her.

By Experience Life Staff

Sustainability

A Wild Life: Kimi Werner

Honoring nature has helped world-class spearfisher, free diver, chef, artist, and environmental advocate Kimi Werner find her purpose.

By Heidi Wachter

Sustainability

Why Ethical Design Matters: Q&A With Kallie Thomson

How your stuff is made matters, says founder of 31 Bits.

By Casie Leigh Lukes

Home/Living Sustainability

How to Start Your Own Herb Plants in an Eggshell

Nourishing and biodegradable, eggshells make the perfect seed-starter pots.

By Kaelyn Riley

Sustainability

Where Have All the Birds Gone?

Recent findings reveal sharp losses in bird populations across Europe. Scientists think agricultural pesticide use may have a role.

By Heidi Wachter

Sustainability

Woman picking out produce at a farmers' market.

Closer to Home: 5 Steps Toward Eating Local

Reaching out to local farmers and producers for your sustenance may be easier than you thought. Here’s a 5-step guide to finding, eating and savoring the local foods that nourish you, your community and the planet we all call home.

By Joseph Hart

Food Culture Nutrition Tips

How to Make a Reed Diffuser

A simple, DIY method to fill your home with healthier fragrances this holiday season.

By Kaelyn Riley

Home/Living Sustainability

Dramatic Insect Decline in Germany Has Scientists Buzzing

A 76 percent drop in flying insects in German nature reserves has some experts concerned about an “ecological Armageddon.”

By Heidi Wachter

Sustainability

Safe Havens for Animals

Animal sanctuaries provide rewarding opportunities for volunteers and vacationers.

By Heidi Wachter

Pets Sustainability

Behind the Scenes With Lauren Singer (Video)

Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with Lauren Singer and learn how she’s cut back on waste — and why she’s passionate about helping others do the same.

By Experience Life Staff

Sustainability

Life Outside the Box: Lauren Singer

Zero-waste advocate Lauren Singer is helping people lighten their environmental footprint — one container at a time.

By Heidi Wachter

Decluttering Sustainability

Behind the Scenery: People of Yellowstone

A new book highlights the diverse group of humans — including maintenance crews, wranglers, and scientists — that protect and conserve America’s first national park.

By Heidi Wachter

Sustainability Travel