Sustainability
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What Does It Mean to Decolonize Conservation?
Why today’s conservation efforts require Indigenous wisdom to bridge the gap between Western science and traditional ecological knowledge: A Q&A with William Housty, Heiltsuk Nation natural resource director.
How Air Pollution Damages Cognitive Function
The air you breathe may be harming more than your lungs, according to a recent study.
The Environmental Consequences of AI
That quick search costs more than you realize. Here’s what to know.
The Art of Using Kitchen Scraps
Tips to reduce waste, increase your kitchen creativity, and give new life to veggie peels, citrus rinds, and more.
How Pocket Forests Are Bringing Nature and Better Health to Urban Communities
The Life Time Foundation is helping bring biodiverse forests to urban communities to support both planetary and human health.
Why Seasonal Allergies Are Getting Worse — and What You Can Do About It
Climate change is extending the duration of the allergy season, but these key nutrients can help you build resilience and manage symptoms.
2025: A Year of Progress for the Life Time Foundation
How Life Time’s nonprofit made a difference for youth nutrition, youth movement, and a healthy planet — and what they’re planning for the year ahead, as well as how you can get involved.
7 Ways to Help Your Body Manage Microplastics
Learn how to avoid microplastics and reduce your body’s overall microplastic load.
Environmental Working Group (EWG) Releases 2025 “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” Lists
Here are the most contaminated — and cleanest — fruits and veggies.
What to Do With Your Loved One’s Cremains
Coping with loss is hard enough. Deciding how to honor your loved one’s cremains can be equally emotional. Explore these thoughtful options.
Can You Legally Be Buried at Sea?
Yes. Here’s what you need to know to plan your nautical farewell.
What Is a Natural or Green Burial?
Learn more about this simple, yet meaningful, ancient burial practice.
Hope on the Great Barrier Reef
One of our editors shares her tour of the Great Barrier Reef of Australia and what she learned about efforts to rehabilitate this critical marine habitat.
Protect Yourself From Mosquitoes — Naturally
Spraying pesticides or foggers can harm pollinators. Try these simple, natural tips to prevent a mosquito bite.
What Is Human Composting?
Also known as natural organic reduction (NOR), this eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial and cremation processes allows a body to naturally decompose and leave behind a rich compost. Learn more.
What Is Water Cremation?
Learn more about this alternative to traditional flame or fire cremation.
Your Guide to Eco-Friendly Burial and Cremation Options
Discover greener burial and cremation alternatives that honor your values — and your final environmental impact.
Repel Mosquitoes and Biting Bugs — Naturally
Easy tips to protect yourself from biting bugs — and also help save pollinators and other beneficial insects.
Planting 100,000-Plus Trees Together
How the Life Time Foundation is partnering with American Forests to support reforestation from devastating wildfires in California’s Sierra Nevada — and how you can get involved.
7 Ways to Reduce Exposure to PFAS
Here’s how to protect yourself from “forever chemicals” and mitigate their effects on your health.