As the days get shorter and the nights longer, it’s a joy to invite friends and family into our homes to share meals, gifts, and stories. But our holiday parties can take a severe toll on the planet if we’re not careful. We may find ourselves returning to the grocery store for the fourth time in a weekend to pick […]
The evolution of plastic recycling is essential to cleaning up a plastic-addicted world and eliminating the need for oil extraction. Meet Jodie Morgan, CEO of Nexus Circular, who discusses the company’s progress and a flurry of news that has placed it at the forefront of the next generation of plastics recycling. In June of 2021, we talked with Jeff Gold, […]
Eating lower on the food chain is one of the most effective ways individuals can lower their carbon footprints. Many people find the shift challenging; fake meat is highly processed, and insects require an adventurous palate. But learning about tasty vegan ingredients makes it easier. Legumes and peanuts are great sources of protein for a plant-based diet. And for people […]
It’s the spookiest time of year. Trick-or-Treating produces a lot of waste. Americans buying 600 million pounds of candy each year and the majority of candy wrappers end up in landfills. Make Halloween sustainable with some treats with a sweet taste that benefit the Earth. During this time of year, a sweet tooth is encouraged, so how can we practice […]
Everyone can do a lot at home to protect the environment and our water supply. Recycling used cooking oil is a valuable step you can take at home. But it doesn’t have to end there if you decide to be an advocate for the environment and ask local restaurants, hotels, or other commercial kitchens if they recycle their oil. You […]
There are many reasons to not eat some foods, and the intelligence of the animal may a key factor. It’s time to cut octopus out of our diets. They have exhibited complex problem solving abilities and the ability to feel pain. If we don’t eat dolphins, we certainly should not be eating octopus. Print or share We Earthling posters to […]
It’s October, which means pumpkin season is here. From pumpkin spiced lattes to pumpkin pies, soups, and roasted seeds, now’s the time to make the most of America’s favorite gourd. So grab your blanket and make like Linus and head to the patch to see the Great Pumpkin rise, again. Then, make the most of the delicious results. While many […]
Farmed salmon has been touted as a solution to food scarcity as the world turns to eating more seafood. The United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that seafood production must increase 29.3% by 2030 to keep up with demand. Our guest today is Simen Sætre, who coauthored The New Fish: The Truth about Farmed Salmon and the Consequences We […]
Many popular foods are hard on the environment, even before they are processed and packaged because they require immense amounts of water. Let’s look at four popular foods we can replace in recipes with water-responsible alternatives. Though water scarcity might not affect you today, you can help conserve water by choosing different foods. Only 3% of the world’s water is […]
Sports stadiums may be ideal for experimenting with sustainable food service, recycling, and composting programs. Seattle’s Lumen Field is committed to minimizing its environmental impact. It extends that promise to fans who attend games and concerts, diverting an average of 90% of waste at the venue from landfills. Imagine if every local restaurant could promise the same results. Lumen Field hosts hundreds […]