- Environmental Health -
Next-Gen Conservation
By Heidi WachterHow technology is helping scientists monitor and protect wildlife habitats and species.
Sustainability
- Nutrition -
4 Tips for Foraging
By Elizabeth MillardForaging for the first time can be intimidating, but there are many ways to ease into the adventure.
- Environmental Health -
How to Turn the Tide Against Plastic
By Heidi WachterTry a water flosser, say no to thermal-paper receipts, and 10 other ways to fight plastic.
- Nutrition -
Time to Forage
By Elizabeth MillardTap into your hunter-gatherer roots by learning to find and eat these five wild plants.
- Environmental Health -
The Problem With Plastic — and What We Can Do About It
By Heidi WachterPeople have done without plastics for most of history. In the interest of human and planetary health, we can again — if we're willing to shift our buying habits and push for large-scale change.
- Editor's Note -
EDITOR’S NOTE: Digging In
By Jamie MartinA backyard garden can connect us to the past — and channel hope for the future.
- Environmental Health -
The High Price of Farming
By Elizabeth MillardSmall-scale farming is rife with challenges, including finanical instability and higher rates of depression and suicide.
- Environmental Health -
9 Ways to Help Pollinators
By Heidi WachterHere are several ways to stem the decline of critical pollinator species.
- Environmental Health -
Why Pollinators Matter
By Heidi WachterPollinators play a critical role in maintaining ecosystems and human food supplies, but several factors are making it harder for them to do so. You can help in many ways.
- Gardening -
The Health Benefits of Gardening
By Molly TynjalaTending to your garden may help cultivate calm, strengthen immunity, and build community.
- Gardening -
How to Repot a Plant
By Kaelyn RileyGive your plant a new home with this step-by-step guide.
- Environmental Health -
Kicking Asphalt
By Heidi WachterPavement is ubiquitous in our cities, but its use can harm human health and the environment. Learn about innovative urban designs that may curb the impact of climate change.
- Nutrition -
EWG Releases 2020 “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” Lists
By Laura FogelbergHere are the most contaminated — and cleanest — fruits and veggies.
- Environmental Health -
7 Easy Ways to Lower Your Energy Bill
By Heidi WachterHere's how to reduce your carbon footprint and your utility bills.
- Environmental Health -
8 Easy Ways to Lower Your Water Bill
By Heidi WachterHere are some tips to cut down your water use — inside and outside the house.
- Environmental Health -
Our 5 Favorite Eco-Friendly Straws
By Experience Life StaffCheck out these reusable straws for any beverage.
- Environmental Health -
Go Green, Save Green
By Heidi WachterRepairing or replacing items in your home can reduce your carbon footprint and save you money.
- Environmental Health -
How Long Does It Take a Plastic Bottle to Decompose?
By Heidi WachterEverything takes time to break down. Here's the time frame for a plastic bottle — and 11 other commonly consumed items.
- Environmental Health -
The High Cost of Litter
By Heidi WachterOur trash is harming the environment — and human health. Discover how to tackle the trash.
- Food Culture -
Can Healing the Soil Help to Stop Climate Change?
By Elizabeth MillardThe solution to climate change may be right under our feet: Heal the soil and we’ll heal the planet.
- Environmental Health -
Zero-Waste Gift Wrapping
By Kaelyn RileyLooking for alternatives to wrapping paper? Try these three Japanese-inspired wrapping techniques and make your holiday more eco-friendly!