4 More Things You Can Do to Prevent Food Waste
I was running around a restaurant kitchen as a food writer trying not to get in the way — which is hard to do, weaving…
sustainability
Decorating Your New Apartment? Here’s How to Be Kind to Your Wallet (and the Planet)
Livable, aesthetically pleasing spaces are important to me. Yes, I used to be able to function in a 10’x10’ college dorm room where decorations consisted…
What’s for Dinner? Making Food Choices for a Healthier Planet
While it’s not a national holiday, Earth Day holds a special place in the hearts of many people. Those of us raised in the age…
Ethical Travel: 3 Smart Ways to Be a More Responsible Tourist
As the daughter of a travel writer, I’ve been traveling since before I could walk. Going on cruises every spring break, exploring private islands in…
How to Avoid Greenwashed Hotels
As a dedicated sustainable traveler, I’m thrilled to see that eco-friendly tourism is trending. Without ethical tourism, future generations won’t have the chance to explore…
Sustainability at Work: 4 Simple Tips to Make Your Office More Eco-Friendly
Most of us want to do what we can to be eco-friendly, but we don’t always know the best ways to go about it. If…
How to Make Purchases That Are Better for the Planet
Each time I grab my reusable bags or open my web browser to go shopping, it’s like I’m prepping for battle. The average supermarket now…
5 Small Steps to Becoming a More Sustainable Consumer
Ideas for making conscious choices about what we consume, for the health of our bodies and our planet.
How to Take Care of the Planet on Earth Day and Beyond
Earth Day is this Saturday, but there’s no reason to limit our care for the planet to just one day. Since 1990, our country’s greenhouse…
What I Learned from Going Trash-Free for 3 Months
I remember looking at my family’s recycling bin in the garage one day, filled to the brim with plastic water bottles. It suddenly hit me…
