More consumers are moving away from fast fashion in favor of purchasing clothes from thrift shops and businesses that prioritize the well-being of the planet above their profit margins. But where you get your fashion fix is only part of the environmental problem when it comes to … [Read more...] about Get paid for sending old, shabby clothes to this fashion brand
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Three simple ways to make your laundry routine more sustainable
While buying clothes made of sustainable fabrics is one way to reduce your garderobe’s environmental footprint, changing your laundry habits can also make a big difference. Here are three ways you can make your laundry routine more eco-friendly. Wash your garments less. … [Read more...] about Three simple ways to make your laundry routine more sustainable
How scientists, a dream, and a dome helped pioneer the sustainable living movement
In 1969, a group of scientists led by Nancy Jack Todd and her husband John set out to combine ecology, architecture, agriculture, and renewable energy into a harmonious system of sustainable farming. Housed under a futuristic dome on a plot of land in Cape Cod, they created their … [Read more...] about How scientists, a dream, and a dome helped pioneer the sustainable living movement
Save your mushy grapes from becoming food waste by tossing them in the freezer
A good grape is juicy, sweet (with just a touch of tartness), and firm. Once a grape starts to get mushy, it becomes a bad grape. But rather than simply throw away a mushy grape, you can save it by simply tossing it in the freezer. A frozen grape cannot be a mushy grape, and … [Read more...] about Save your mushy grapes from becoming food waste by tossing them in the freezer
Here’s why you should use cold water in your cleaning machines
At some point in your life, you were probably told that hot water cleans better than cold water when you’re using the dishwasher or washing machine. We’re here to tell you that’s not the case. According to a senior scientist for sustainability at Seventh Generation (a … [Read more...] about Here’s why you should use cold water in your cleaning machines