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When you’re moving from your old home to a new one, it’s easy to get caught up in amassing a lot of single-use cardboard boxes, Bubble Wrap and packing supplies to transport your things. For a lighter carbon footprint,...Read More

With nearly 10 million cut flowers sold every day, knowing where flowers are grown for your bouquets and arrangements is important. Most flowers come from faraway places like Africa, South America and Europe, where fields ...Read More

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics says that just a small fraction -- 7.5% -- of commuters carpool to work. There are lots of reasons why carpooling is beneficial for the environment and your wallet. On average, ...Read More

Yes, your garbage cans and recycling bins need to be washed on a regular basis. Trash cans and bins can be loaded with illness-causing bacteria like salmonella, listeria and E. coli. When you come in contact with them ...Read More

When cuts and scrapes happen, it's important to cover the wound with a bandage to help it heal. But these bandages almost always are made from single-use plastic, and they contribute to the global plastic pollution crisis....Read More

Bring one more thing the next time you visit the beach, to help remove microplastics: a fine-mesh strainer. Yes, the same kitchen strainer you use to sift flour or wash berries can be used to remove plastics. Just scoop ...Read More