Although spotting greenwashing is tricky, these techniques can help you navigate. Once you amass a list of companies you trust, knowing what to buy and avoid becomes easier — and feeling good and informed about what you bring home is worth the effort.
Microplastics cause cancer is with the chemical load they carry, particularly plasticizers and some of the “forever chemicals” used in their manufacture. According to the EPA, there are over 9,000 of these types of chemicals in common use and filling our food supply, from additives to packaging to plastic manufacturing.
Climate change will affect home designs in the future. Although new building standards include climate-aware modifications, most codes remain outdated. Until better home construction guidance becomes available, consider these six tips to help make your house more climate-resilient.
Textiles shed microfibers while they are manufactured, worn and disposed of, but especially when they are washed. A single wash load can release several million microfibers.
Before your legislative representatives let Bayer spread genetically engineered soil microbes all over your state, make sure they read the risks report its partner Ginkgo Bioworks filed.
In 2014 the concept of solar powered photovoltaic road panels that could collect sunlight and convert it into useable energy went viral when the Idaho-based company Solar Roadways heralded it as a solution to the global energy crisis. So why aren’t solar roadways being installed across the U.S.?
Recent research shows that, for the most part, electric cars align with sustainable aims. Cambridge University researchers confirmed that electric cars are the better choices for the planet. They have the most positive impacts in places with substantial energy from renewable sources.
There are numerous ways, big and small, to fit waste reduction into your lifestyle, with zero waste as the ultimate goal. A zero waste lifestyle begins with a mindset change to reduce, reuse and recycle. The most important of these is reduce. Reduce the amount you consume and you automatically reduce how much waste you generate.
Last year, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine published a sweeping federally funded report that associated PFAS exposure with health effects like decreased response to vaccines, cancer, and low birth weight.
Home EV charging station installation has come a long way, so doing it now involves fewer uncertainties and more rewards. Improving your electrical infrastructure can be overwhelming, but these tips cover the essentials to help guide you every step of the way.
Autumn is the season to gaze at gorgeous leaves of gold, yellow and orange as they flutter from the trees and fall on our yards – but then, of course, comes the tedious task of raking them up and trying to decide what to do with them.
Getting the United States to a place where our electricity needs can be met by renewables is going to take concerted effort on the part of a multitude of public and private entities.
A new study from researchers that surveyed data from 100 U.S. cities found that hotter-than-normal days—which we are getting more of every year thanks to global warming—coincide with higher incidences of gun violence.
Burning Man, the annual arts and music festival held in the middle of Nevada's Black Rock Desert. However, when it comes to the festival's environmental footprint, opinions are as diverse as the event's attendees' eclectic outfits.
The neat rows of raised soil on tilled fields might seem like an inevitable part of farming, but no-till agriculture has already become quite popular in other parts of the world, especially the US.
Choosing eco-friendly fabrics isn't just about reducing your environmental impact, it's also about supporting ethical practices in the fashion industry. From organic cotton to bamboo and hemp, there are a plethora of sustainable fabric options.
Grilling is an integral part of our culinary culture. By embracing sustainable alternatives, such as electric grills or infrared grills, we can still indulge in grilling while minimizing our carbon footprint.
A shift away from fossil fuels is necessary if we are to mitigate climate change, but a serious electrician shortage in the U.S. is proving to be one of the biggest barriers to reaching this goal.
Net-zero energy homes are the future of residential construction. At one time these energy efficient buildings were limited to the extremely wealthy. However, with decreasing energy-efficient technology costs, building a net-zero energy home is a possibility for any potential homeowner.
Though shark sightings may be becoming more frequent, shark numbers are dwindling. Many shark species are struggling in their native coral reefs and marine ecosystems.
Making decisions with passive home design that support sustainability benefits you, the community and the planet. One way to be sustainable is by strategically designing your home to support green efforts.
Trees may not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning a small garden, however limited space doesn't mean you can't include a tree in your garden design.
Recent studies have demonstrated that college-age women use cosmetic products at higher rates than other groups. Additionally, many of these young women are unaware of the health risks from frequent use of popular products.
The "right to roam" is a concept that allows people to access and enjoy natural areas, such as parks, forests and beaches, without being restricted by private property laws.
Environmental groups believe that lobster fishing practices are to blame for right whale deaths, while the lobster industry denies these claims, stating that there have been no right whale deaths traced back to the Maine lobster industry.
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