Andrew Krosofsky

Dogs are able to detect many things about human health and behavior, but does your dog know when you’re pregnant?

It’s often assumed that dogs eat grass when they are sick, but there are, in fact, many reasons why your pup has suddenly decided they need more greens in their diet.

We love spending time with our canine companions, but why is it that we can’t even go to the bathroom without our dog following us to the door?

Different composting techniques result in different blend of beneficial bacteria, but what kind of compost is good for gardening?

Learning how to prepare compost for gardening requires only a few simple things: time, patience, and a little bit wisdom.

Recycling ink cartridges is actually far easier than you may think, and not nearly as expensive as trying to replace the darn things.

Many people are under the impression that all pasta is inherently vegan, but we're here to help you sort out the real vegan options from the impastas.

Studies show solar power is one of the best renewable sources of energy available today — here's how choosing solar can help prevent pollution.

Pollution may be as persistent as ever, and while recycling is a solid step toward lowering your impact, the U.S.'s recycling system is faulty.

Manure stinks. But is there a green alternative to animal dung? And which manure is best for vegetable gardening?

Plastic pollution has a negative impact on all living things on our planet, but the fruits of our petroleum-based labor are having the worst effect on wild animals.

Cashmere sweaters and scarves are always in high demand, but how is cashmere made and where does this elegant and expensive fabric come from?

Reducing one’s energy consumption is never easy, but learning how best to do so might be the key to greater adoption and mainstreaming of the renewable resources we need to power our future.

They say that cats only purr when they are happy, but hidden within those apparently overt vibrations might be some hidden meaning that many pet parents are not yet aware of.

Despite a slight downtick at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, air pollution is still one of the biggest environmental problems facing our world today, but what can we do to help prevent it?

CeraVe, the formerly innocuous drugstore skincare brand, has gained a renewed popularity in the age of TikTok, but are the company’s claims of being cruelty-free accurate?

Fracking is one of the most deplorable methods for extracting natural gas known to man, but did you know that the process also involves gallons of potentially-toxic chemicals as well?

Essential oil diffusers are becoming a mainstay of many modern households, but some fragrant oils safe for pets, while others can be harmful.

Earth's oceans are changing, becoming more acidic, and the reasons behind this gradual acidification are directly related to humanity.

Even if you own a dog that’s prone to getting dirty or smelly, understanding how often you should bathe your dog isn’t always an easy determination to make on your own.

Cars are one of the biggest producers of carbon emissions in the world today, but it isn’t just carbon dioxide they’re putting into the atmosphere, it’s other potentially hazardous emissions as well.

Avoiding the worst of what climate change has to offer might mean cutting global emissions by half in the next decade, but what does net-zero emissions mean and how do we achieve it?

Carbon emissions are one of the most prevalent problems facing our environment today and the U.S. accounts for a startling amount of that pollution.

Rechargeable batteries are one of the best ways to minimize your personal environmental impact, but how do you know which rechargeable batteries are the best?

Not all bedding is cruelty-free or vegan, but finding one the best cruelty-free down comforter alternatives doesn’t have to be a chore.

Many fabrics are considered to be biodegradable, but just because something is biodegradable does not mean that it is sustainable.

Organic cotton is a highly sought-after fabric these days but what makes organic cotton so special and what makes it organic in the first place?

Acid rain is a dangerous phenomenon borne of consumption and pollution, but what specific pollutants cause acid rain to form or fall in the first place?

Tesla’s electric vehicles are perhaps the most recognizable electric cars on the market today, but how exactly does an electric engine work and how does it differ in terms of components?

Can recycled plastics be recycled again, or are expectations for recycled plastic too unrealistic?

Living a vegan lifestyle is often seen as stereotypical for many reasons. Among the misconceptions is the idea that vegans have lower testosterone than “real meat eaters,” but is that really true?

Despite the baseless accusations that natural deodorants are ineffective, there are some very compelling reasons for using them.

Though some believe that only the harshest detergents and chemicals are up to the job of lifting oil stains, there are actually quite a few natural methods to alleviate these problematic stains.

Cold frame gardening is a viable, eco-friendly way to extend your harvest into the winter, even if you’re a beginner.

Sulfates are chemical cleansing agents found in both household cleaners and shampoo, but how do they affect our health?

It used to be that the choice between front load and top load washing machines was all due to preference and space inside one's home, but did you know that one has a lower environmental impact than the other?

Environmentalists have made huge strides in curbing deforestation over the past few decades, unfortunately, some experts believe that deforestation has actually seen a marked increase in recent years.

The environmental aftereffects of something like desertification are easy to imagine, but what causes these things to happen and what does desertification actually do to a region?

Just because you make a vegan cookie taste as good as its dairy-rich counterparts, does that mean that vegan cookies are any healthier?

The difference between deforestation and logging is one of mere words, but no matter what you call it, the unchecked loss of our forests and rainforests is rapidly destroying our planet.

Climate change is a threat to every life on this planet and one of the most severely impacted ecosystems has been that of the rapidly diminishing coral reefs.

Plant Based Jeff is a vegan transition coach best known for selling sea moss.

Biodiversity is one of the most important facets of life on Earth and unlike many modern industries, organic farming can actually have a positive impact on the planet’s biodiversity.

Shark finning is a brutal practice that should be outlawed, but why is this strange and wasteful form of fishing still going on, and how do we stop it?

What does extinction really mean and when does an endangered species on the brink finally reach that last, dreadful length before extinction?

Permaculture gardening is a great way to cultivate and form a close relationship with the natural world. But what does working with the environment actually entail in this new practice?

Dried flowers can be great keepsakes from weddings, proms, and anniversaries, but how difficult is it to dry them at home?

Possums may be creepy-looking scavengers that hang around our trash, but what do they eat and what should you do if you find a baby possum on it’s own?

Moving often involves a lot more waste than you might imagine, but there are a number of eco-friendly movers and waste-saving options that can help make it an easier and greener process.

Many beautiful and fragrant flowers are actually edible, and their unusual flavors offer innovative cooks a unique opportunity to incorporate new and unique tastes into their dishes.