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7 Easy Ways to Lower Your Energy Bill
Here’s how to reduce your carbon footprint and your utility bills.
8 Easy Ways to Lower Your Water Bill
Here are some tips to cut down your water use — inside and outside the house.
Go Green, Save Green
Repairing or replacing items in your home can reduce your carbon footprint and save you money.
How Long Does It Take a Plastic Bottle to Decompose?
Everything takes time to break down. Here’s the time frame for a plastic bottle — and 11 other commonly consumed items.
The High Cost of Cleaning Up Litter
Our trash is harming the environment — and human health. Discover how to tackle the trash.
Can Healing the Soil Help to Stop Climate Change?
The solution to climate change may be right under our feet: Heal the soil and we’ll heal the planet.
Furoshiki: The Art of Zero-Waste Gift Wrapping
Looking for alternatives to wrapping paper? Try furoshiki — a traditional Japanese method — to make your holiday more eco-friendly!
Trash Talk: The Recycling Conundrum
Recycling is better than nothing, but we need to do better, say experts. Here are some recycling facts.
A Field Guide to Nutritious Food: A Q&A With Jo Robinson
Eating on the Wild Side author Jo Robinson unearths the nutritional secrets of wild fruits and vegetables — and explains how to get more from today’s produce.
From the Edge
Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard shares the wisdom of playing, working, and living simply.
The Last Straw
Americans are the biggest offenders when it comes to single-use plastics, but efforts to ban the packaging are on the rise.
Make Your Own Pumpkin Bird Feeder
Turn your favorite autumnal gourd into a feast for your feathered friends.
Noise Pollution Is Obstructing Bird Communication
Human-generated noise may have an impact on bird communication and survival, says a recent study.
Collective Effort
Together, we have the intelligence, potential, and incentive to reverse the bad and do good — for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.
One Word: Plastics
Plastic is everywhere — even our guts. A recent study found nine different types of plastic in study participants.
A Change of Perspective
Why taking a global view more often is good for us all.
What Is a Citizen Scientist? How to Get Involved in Research
Participating in research projects can connect you with nature, fight climate change, and strengthen your community.
Tips for Getting Outdoors Despite a Busy Schedule
Yearning to get out into nature, but burdened by your to-do list? Here are some hints for giving yourself some quality time outdoors.
How to Create a Low-Mosquito Garden
Want to keep these pesky insects at bay? Here are nine plants that repel mosquitoes — naturally.
Volunteer Vacations
Service trips benefit others — and they leave you with a rewarding experience.