I’m always looking for ways to decrease my environmental impact at home. I recycle and compost, use the A/C sparingly, and turn the lights off when I leave a room. I have good intentions, but I am guilty of leaving gadgets plugged in when they don’t need to be. I charge my phone all night [...]
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You’ve offered to plan your best friend’s (or favorite relative’s) baby shower and one or both of you wants to make the event as low-waste and environmentally friendly as possible. Where to start? 1. Opt for Recycled or Electronic Baby Shower Invitations The greenest way to invite guests to the big event is via the [...]
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Summer is here – which means mosquito season is upon us. No matter what area of the country or world you’re in, chances are you may be plagued by these pesky creatures. And if you’re like this Minnesotan, to ward them off you typically reach for the Deep Woods Off. But, traditional Deet-filled mosquito repellent [...]
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I’ve long been interested in finding a Brita pitcher made from glass. You can’t buy any glass pitchers with a built in filter in the United States, but Brita makes a version sold in the UK. You can buy the glass Brita pitcher on Amazon UK for 42 pounds. (About $70). While expensive, it’s the [...]
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Laundry detergent is easy to overlook when you’re taking steps to be greener; it’s in its own category. It’s not quite a personal care product like toothpaste and deodorant, but it’s also not a cleaning product like a floor or toilet bowl cleaner. But laundry soap can contain ingredients that are harmful to your health [...]
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I’ve spent many hours researching non-toxic alternatives to traditional lotions and facial moisturizers, and I’ve tried quite a few options in the way of natural moisturizers. My two criteria in my search for great lotion are: 1) safe – something I can feel good about using every day and 2) not ridiculously expensive. Here are [...]
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