Like much else in 2020, Plastic Free July will look a bit different this year. Here are 17 ways to participate during the pandemic.
Zero-Waste Basics
12 Ways to Fight the Pandemic Plastic Push
Just when we had begun to make big strides against plastic pollution, some businesses have banned reusables. Here’s what we can do to cut plastic waste.
Lockdown Cooking: 7 Humble Dishes from Staples
During the coronavirus pandemic, the more dishes you can make with simple ingredients you have on hand, the fewer trips you’ll need to make to the store.
Pre-Existing Plastic Conditions: What Is the Cure?
You’ve decided to wean yourself from single-use plastic. But what do you do with all of the plastic stuff you still have in your home?
Will the Coronavirus Kill the Zero-Waste Movement?
Should we abandon the low-waste lifestyle during the coronavirus outbreak, avoid reusables and choose single-use throwaway items?
How Does Recycling Work and Should I Bother?
What gets recycled? What doesn’t? Why does recycling differ from place to place? A waste management student reveals these mysteries and more!
7 Staples I Stock at All Times
With these 7 basic staples on hand, I have the foundations for a variety of delicious, healthy dishes. When any of these run out, it’s time to shop.
7 Ways to Spot Greenwashing and How to Avoid It
We consumers want to do the right thing and marketers know this. Hence the vague language, fuzzy animals and other greenwashing tactics.
Wash Laundry, Not too Much, Hang to Dry
Wash dirty laundry in cold, use as few products as possible and hang to dry. You’ll save money and your clothes will last longer.