Today’s Earth911 inspiration is from nature writer, biologist, and environmentalist, Rachel Carson: “There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature — the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.” Carson’s 1962 book, Silent Spring, alerted readers to the environmental and health dangers of pesticide use and is still a much-read work of environmental nonfiction. […]
There is nothing better than the feeling of crawling into a soft, inviting bed at the end of a long day. If you have people on your holiday list who love to sleep, natural and socially responsible bedding is an excellent option. By gifting sustainable products, you help your loved ones avoid pesticides, flame retardants, chemicals, and harmful dyes. Because […]
The Tuesday after Thanksgiving offers an ideal opportunity to focus some love on the planet. It’s GivingTuesday. With presents to wrap, decorations to hang, and Zoom parties to attend, your agenda is likely overflowing. Perhaps you’ll want to add Earth to your gift list this year. What Is GivingTuesday? Donate dollars — or items. Advocate. Volunteer virtually. GivingTuesday is an […]
Did you know that heating is the most energy-consuming system in your home? Just heating the home accounts for 43% of an average household’s annual energy use. If you’re looking for ways to reduce your utility bill and save energy, you’re in the right place. Here are some earth-friendly tips to help you keep your house warm when temperatures drop. […]
Plastic is one of the most pressing environmental problems we face today. It’s a factor in climate change and the primary culprit in forming the garbage gyres polluting the ocean. Microplastics bioaccumulate, presenting a looming threat whose impacts on human health remain unknown – which makes it especially scary for parents of small children. As individuals, we can try to […]
When it comes to greening your wardrobe, a lot depends on what you do with your clothing at the end of its usefulness to you. We urge you to never send clothing to the landfill. Textile recycling is alive and well in the United States. Almost always, nonprofits that accept donations of clothing will recycle articles that are not reusable. […]
Erica Moreti, Head of Strategy & Innovation and Physical/Connected Experience at EPAM Continuum discusses the third Consumer Unmasked report. EPAM surveyed 3,000 Americans, Britons, and Germans in late March and early April this year to understand how people are reacting to events as lockdowns end and global conflict appears to be on the rise. How are shoppers reacting, and will […]
Getting together to celebrate a holiday during this joyous season can be fun. It typically involves a gathering of people and more than likely food and drinks. You can have fun and consider the environment at the same time. Avoiding waste and being considerate of mother nature is simple if one keeps it top of mind when planning and during […]
This article is the fourth in a six-part series that explores how we get our electricity and what we need to know about how renewable — and non-renewable — electric power is generated. Electricity use is a major component of Americans’ ecological footprint. But we tend to pay it less attention than other areas, like recycling and plastic use, where it […]
The two major soda manufacturers are among the biggest plastic polluters in the world. And that plastic packaging contributes between 59% and 77% of soda’s carbon footprint. When shopping, be sure to consider the environmental impact of your food and beverage packaging before you buy. Print or share We Earthling posters to inspire others with your stories. This poster was […]