The cumulative effect of unfinished dinners and salad that wilts in the fridge is almost too big to comprehend. America wastes nearly 40% of all the food it produces, and that has a global impact. There is a lot that we can do to eliminate food waste in our own homes. But a lot of waste takes place before it […]
This week’s quiz draws on the many amazing facts collected by Circular Ecology’s Inventory of Carbon & Energy. Simply being able to measure carbon comprehensively will help people make better decisions. Take the quiz and see what you learn. Making smart sustainable choices requires practice. Earth911’s weekly sustainability quiz helps you hone your ability to recognize earth-friendly products and services. […]
It’s been over five years since I started using three simple ingredients to wash and condition my hair — and it’s never looked better. My hair is soft, shiny, and split ends seem like a thing of the past. If I’m starting to sound like a shampoo advert, you can relax. I’m not shilling bottles of sulfates — this is […]
It wouldn’t be Christmas without Grandma’s struffoli. She started making them on Christmas Eve, frying the little balls of dough and coating them with warm honey. She piled them into gigantic mounds and topped them with sprinkles and shaved chocolate. From Christmas Eve through New Year’s Eve, she had huge trays of them all around her apartment, even one on […]
The advent of climate change spells disaster for many regions, especially in coastal areas and the West, where a long-term drought appears to be developing. But in some regions reaching across the northern U.S., cities are poised for what could be a migration from struggling regions. Meet Brendan Mehaffy, executive director of the City of Buffalo’s Office of Strategic Planning, […]
Those dreaming of a white Christmas may participate in the tradition of flocking — spraying the Christmas tree with a fake snow substance so it looks more like winter. But if you purchased a real Christmas tree this winter and decided to have it wear white after Labor Day, you’re going to be in for a surprise when it’s time […]
By now you’ve probably seen the headlines warning that the shipping crisis threatens holiday shopping. The combination of workers sick with COVID-19, a lack of shipping containers, labor shortages, and natural disasters caused by climate change is going to make traditional gifts harder to find this holiday season. But those empty shelves may not be the disaster some are making […]
Did you know that old TVs and CRT computer monitors contain approximately 4 to 8 pounds of lead? Lead is a neurotoxin and improper disposal of these items allows this toxin to leach into the soil and groundwater, endangering ecosystems, wildlife, and humans. By recycling e-waste, you help ensure responsible disposal of harmful materials as well as the reclamation of […]
Though winter is often viewed as an off-season for gardening, those of us who love to get our hands dirty aren’t stuck twiddling our green thumbs until the spring thaw. Container gardening is a great way to continue growing when it’s cold out! There are lots of things you can plant in your pots year-round, so there’s no need to give […]
Purchasing a fresh pack of pretty ornaments to adorn your holiday tree is indeed enticing. Before you reach for your wallet, wait. Perhaps you want to embark on a different approach for bedazzling your branches. From delightful homemade baubles to elaborate works of art, upcycled materials present an opportunity for a wide range of festive ornaments. Whether you’re a DIYer or […]