How This Sustainable Textile Certification Can Help You Shop (Exclusive)
Green Matters spoke to Hohenstein Americas Managing Director Ben Mead about OEKO-TEX certifications and how they benefit consumers.
Sustainable Living
Sustainable living refers to the lifestyle changes anyone can make to live a "greener" life.
Super Bowl or Super Waste? Here's What Happens to the Super Bowl Losers' Merchandise
The teams that play in the Super Bowl typically print up shirts ahead of the game and then ship the merchandise off to other countries when they lose.
Have an Old Fur Coat? These Organizations Can Use It to Help Wildlife
If you want to recycle or donate an old fur coat, there are a number of options!
Here Are Some of the Best Air Purifiers for Your Home
These 14 brands are making some of the best sustainable air purifiers — vote for your favorite brand as part of our Green Matters Approved series.
The Best Sustainable Furniture Brands for Your Next Home Redesign
These 13 brands are making some of the best sustainable furniture — from Joybird to Maiden Home to Sabai.
The 13 Best Sustainable Bedding Brands for a Good Night's Sleep
These 13 brands are making some of the best sustainable bedding on the market — made from organic cotton, hemp, eucalyptus and bamboo.
14 Best Eco-Friendly Rugs to Spruce Up Your Home
These 14 brands are making some of the best eco-friendly rugs that will add some color and life to your home — without the guilt.
The Best Non-Toxic Dishwasher Cleaner for a Sparkling Clean Machine
Your dishwasher works hard to keep your kitchenware immaculate, but how often do you return the favor?
Here's How To "Cat Proof" Your Christmas Tree This Holiday Season
Although cats are one of the greatest pets, they love wreaking holiday havoc — here's how to keep your cats away from your Christmas tree this year.
The Best Car Window Cleaner Picks for a Streak-Free Shine and a Nontoxic Ride
In car detailing, natural window cleaners ensure your vehicle isn’t just spotless — it’s also safer, healthier, and more enjoyable to drive.
The Best Concrete Cleaner: 6 Non-Toxic Solutions for Spotless Sidewalks and Stairs
The concrete beneath your feet and around your house needs TLC too. These concrete cleaners are all biodegradable and free of toxic chemicals.
These Carpet Cleaning Appliances Can Also Improve Indoor Air Quality
These carpet cleaners tackle dust, dirt, mold spores, dander, and more pollutants and allergens hiding in your rugs before they get back into the air.
The Best Car Vacuum Cleaners: 5 Sustainable Dustbusters to Tidy Up Your Vehicle
These lightweight handheld vacuums are perfect for car cleanup and have sustainable features like energy-smart charging systems and reusable filters.
The 20 Best Sustainable Things to Save on During Prime Day in October
These Prime Day deals are all about energy conservation, sustainable design, and nontoxic living. And they're the best sales of the year.
7 Eco-Friendly Lunchboxes That Are Leak-Proof, Plastic-Free, and Start at Just $26
Give to-go meals a makeover with these sustainable lunch boxes made of stainless steel, bamboo, BPA-free plastic, and FSC-certified washable paper.
Sweep Smarts: These 5 Eco-Friendly Brooms Are Made of Natural, Biodegradable Materials
Clean up your house with a sturdy, eco-friendly broom made of renewable materials that won't contribute to microplastic pollution.
Ready to Scale Down to an Efficient Tiny House? Here Are 5 We Love — From Just $19K
Simplify your life, conserve resources, and lower your bills by moving into a prefab or DIY tiny houses for singles, couples, and families.
Why PU Leather Is Actually Better for the Environment Than Animal Leather
There are many alternatives to animal leather that have emerged over the years. Is PU leather a sustainable and worthwhile investment for vegans?
These Eco-Friendly Bike Accessories Make Your Cycling Game Even Greener
Cycling is one of the only modes of transportation that relies entirely on renewable energy — yours! Go the extra mile with eco bike accessories.
What to Know Before Flushing Bamboo Toilet Paper Into Your Septic System
Bamboo toilet paper is a septic safe alternative to traditional TP.
These Are Some of the Best Master's Programs in the U.S. to Study Sustainability
If you're pursuing higher education in environmental education, you might want to check out these seven sustainability programs in the U.S.
#ShopLikeNana: Grandma's Hand-Me-Downs Are the Latest Trend in Sustainable Fashion
Black Public Media's social media campaign #ShopLikeNana encourages consumers to shop sustainably in their grandparents' closets.
6 Eco-Friendly Watering Cans So Sturdy, They'll Outlive Your Houseplants
Take a green approach to container gardening and houseplant care with watering cans made of steel, ceramic, and post-consumer recycled materials.
Find Your Next Favorite Statement Piece at These Online Luxury Consignment Stores
We've hand-picked seven of our favorite luxury consignment stores for your next purchase or wardrobe statement piece.
The Right Mop Bucket Can Be a Sustainable Household Multitasker — Here Are 5 We Love
If you must buy a new mop bucket, get a durable one you can repurpose — and preferably one made of steel or recycled materials.
The Best Tire Brands to Help Reduce Your Environmental Impact on the Open Road
Big and small brands have rolled out sustainable, high-performance tires that improve fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions via conscious deign.
The 5 Best Electric Ranges: These Do the Most While Using the Least Energy
These next-level electric ranges use energy-saving features like induction and convection technology, self-cleaning modes, and air fryer functions.
6 Eco-Friendly Waterproof Slides, Made with Sustainable Materials Like Sugarcane and Soy
These waterproof slides replace standard EVA with recycled and otherwise eco-friendly materials like foam made from sugarcane and soy.
The 5 Best (Eco-Friendly) Vacuum Mop Combos to Make Floor-Cleaning Fuss-Free
We scoured the market to find the best vacuum mop combos with sustainable features like resource efficiency, reusable pads, and recycled materials.
How to Choose the Best Air Purifier for Mold — Our Top 5 Energy Star-Approved Picks
These energy-efficient air purifiers all have HEPA filters strong enough to get rid of mold and more than 99 percent of airborne toxins in your home.
The 11 Best Housewarming Gifts to Support a More Sustainable Lifestyle
These vegan, zero-waste, recycled, and/or otherwise eco-friendly housewarming gifts are items they'll definitely use and treasure for years to come.
The 5 Best Nontoxic Mattresses: Get Your Zzs Without Formaldehyde and VOCs
Sick and tired of traditional mattresses? Make the switch to a nontoxic mattress that's chemical-free, vegan, and built for lasting support and comfort.
The 5 Best EPA-Approved Wood Stoves to Efficiently Heat Your Home This Winter
Warm up to these energy-efficient, low-emission wood stoves that can heat your home while going easy on the environment — and your energy bill.
The Best Baby Detergents: Gentle, Effective Formulas Safe Enough for Delicate Skin
These detergent sheets, pods, powders, and liquids use plant enzymes (and zero harsh chemicals) to take on stubborn stains without irritation..
The 10 Best Baby Gifts: Nontoxic Toys, Clothes, and Gear They'll Go Gaga For
Blankets, rattles, car seats, Teddy bears, and more best-selling baby gifts that bring safety, fun, and comfort to a little one's life.
Our Handy Guide to Sustainable Furniture Materials for Your Home
Furnishing your home with items made from sustainable materials shouldn't be a complex process. Look for bamboo, recycled wood, and more.
The 5 Best Mops for a More Sustainable Floor-Cleaning Routine
These renewable, recycled, and (mostly) plastic-free mops are zero-waste, and they all include removable, washable mop heads.
The Best Heat Protectant Spray for Different Hair Types — 5 Vegan Formulas We Love
These plant-based, cruelty-free heat protectant sprays help repair breakage and add moisture while preventing heat-styling damage.
Beauty Refill Packaging Isn't Always As Sustainable As It Seems (Exclusive)
From dual-component systems to pouches, cosmetic refill packaging isn't always as sustainable as it sounds, according to a cosmetic packaging expert we exclusively spoke with.
Sustainable Furniture Is Our Newest Obsession and These Are Our 5 Favorite Retailers
Shop these sustainable furniture picks from retailers and manufacturers who work with recycled, reclaimed, renewable, and responsibly sourced materials.
The 4 Best Metal Tongue Scrapers — and Why You Should Be Using One
Using these surgical-grade stainless steel and copper tongue scrapers has been proven to have major benefits for your oral health.
Our Top 10 Sustainable Gifts: Eco-Friendly and Experiential Ideas They'll Love
These sustainable gift ideas include vegan, cruelty-free, zero-waste, and Fair Trade items as well as experiential gifts they'll never forget.
Is "Underconsumption Core" the Sustainability Trend the World Needs Now?
Underconsumption core is the sustainability trend that prompts people to only buy the things they need and to keep those items until they're thoroughly used up.
Save Up to 90% on These Amazon Prime Day Kindle Deals — Only Till Midnight
From the Prime Day Kindle Unlimited deal to $1 e-books and actual Kindle e-readers, these are the only deals a bookworm needs.
The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals — and How to Shop Them Sustainably Right Now
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is here! Score today's top Prime Day deals on eco-friendly, sustainably made products.
How to Sew for Beginners: Learn How to Mend Your Own Clothes With This Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re new to sewing, you will have to learn how to do basic tasks like threading the needle and knotting the thread.
How to Keep Your Dog Calm During Fourth of July Fireworks
Dogs can be reactive to fireworks on the Fourth of July, but you can keep them calm with products like "headphones" or "thunder shirts."
Chic Pilates Socks for Every Kind of Workout Style — From No-Shows to Knee-Highs
These cozy Pilates socks made of breathable cotton and organic cotton have non-slip grip and will keep you stable and stylish on the Reformer or mat.
Is Your Washer out of Commission? Here’s a Quick Guide on How to Wash Clothes in a Bathtub
Here’s how to wash your clothes in the bath: Clean the tub, sort your fabrics, add detergent, scrub, and then dry.
Where to Donate Plastic Bottle Caps: Organizations, Recycling, Craft Ideas, and More
You can donate plastic bottle caps to programs like Caps to Benches. Reusing your caps and turning them into art is also a good option.