Drinking water is at risk of becoming scarce in the face of climate change. More than 50% of the nation has experienced drought since 2000. Rich “Raz” Razgaitis, CEO of Bluewater North America, a water purification company, joins the conversation to discuss the rising incidence in tap water of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances, or PFAS, the forever chemicals used […]
Most travelers want their trips to be more sustainable, but with rising airfares and general inflation, they aren’t necessarily willing or even able to spend more for it. If you don’t have the budget to pay a premium for greener travel, but you still want to see the world – or just your family far away – you can still […]
Creating a care regimen for your high-quality knit garments can lower your environmental impact and be a cost-effective alternative to buying new clothes at today’s unsustainable pace. Although the concept of sustainability is subjective in the fashion world, professional knitwear repair can help you extend the life of your favorite items and save you money in the long run. Wool […]
The holidays can be a time for preserving and restoring nature. Whether shopping for a husband, brother, son, or father, the choices you make will have an impact beyond the smile on his face — make your gift’s impact good for the environment with these ideas from companies that use sustainable, Fair Trade practices, and offer recycling services for the […]
Low-water landscaping using native plants accustomed to living on local rainfall instead of irrigation can cut your annual water bill by thousands of gallons a year and help preserve local water supplies. Ask you local nursery or garden center for tips about xeriscaping, the water-wise way to maintain a healthy garden. Print or share We Earthling posters to inspire others […]
The volume of electronic waste doubles about every six years as technology plays a more significant role in daily life. In 2019, the United Nations estimated that only 17.4% of electronics were recycled. The United States recycled only 9.4% of its e-waste that year. But in Europe, the recycling rate was 42.5% in 2019. There are many ways to improve, […]
Traveling can broaden your horizons, create precious memories and even boost your mental and physical health. But it has a tremendous environmental impact, especially if you fly. People are trying different strategies to minimize their travel footprint, but it’s hard to do better when you don’t even know the true impact of your choices. When it comes to air travel, […]
Electric vehicles are taking market share away from internal combustion competitors, with new plugin vehicle registrations in 2023 growing 45% yearly and accounting for 18% of all vehicle sales worldwide this year. U.S. EV sales hit 7.9% of all new car sales over the past three months. In Silicon Valley-speak, EVs are nearly across the chasm, the point at which […]
According to the World Economic Forum, between 75 and 199 million tons of plastic waste are floating in and polluting the world’s oceans. The 5 Gyres Institute reports that the volume of plastic entering the seas doubles every six years. There are genuine efforts to develop circular, sustainable packaging amid waves of greenwashing claims. Meet Vanessa Coleman, CEO of Oceanworks, […]
This holiday season set a sustainable example for the little ones in our lives with gifts that consider our impact on the planet. Choose from the growing number of sustainably made, durable, easily recyclable, and entertaining gift ideas that can delight children and demonstrate your family’s commitment to our environment. It’s the most consumption-oriented time of the year. In addition […]