Sustainable Living

We explore the best thrift stores in Austin, Texas and where to get the best deals on secondhand treasure.

Giving your friend a birthday gift shouldn't break the bank. Check out these 7 homemade, sustainable, and ethical birthday presents to gift your friends.

Paper is one of the most recyclable materials around, but how is recycled paper made? And how can you make it at home?

If you don’t own a recycling bin, it’s pretty hard to start the process. Luckily, there are some pretty easy ways to get a free recycling bin.

Whether you're looking to start a garden or ensure that it flourishes year-round, consider buying these must-have gardening tools for your yard.

It’s sometimes tricky to get rid of an old mattress but what happens if you don’t want to throw it out? How then do you recycle a mattress?

Rose water can be a potent beauty product or flavor enhancer, and it’s actually not that difficult to make your own rose water at home.

Whether you seriously love crafting or if you're simply obsessed with DIY projects, take a gander at these zero waste craft closet tips and tricks.

To incorporate activated charcoal into your daily routine, Green Matters compiled a list of six zero-waste ways to use activated charcoal daily.

Those seeking out zero-waste tech gadgets should peruse a few of our favorite varieties that are guaranteed to keep you up and running sustainably.

If you're seeking out DIY Thanksgiving crafts to decorate your house sustainably and on the cheap, we've compiled a few of our favorite projects.

For Black Friday, instead of looking for the cheapest deals, why not support small, sustainable companies who are donating profits to charity?

Single-use gift wrap is notoriously unsustainable and non-recyclable — instead, opt for these sustainable gift wrap alternatives this holiday season.

These vegan main dish recipes for Thanksgiving will keep your holiday table turkey-free.

Drain flies are not a pest that most people are aware they even have until it’s too late. Luckily, there are plenty of natural ways to get rid of drain flies that don’t involve calling an exterminator.

Carrots are a surprisingly appetizing treat for many dogs and they also happen to be one of the healthiest, low-calorie snacks you can feed your canine companion.

If you're looking for a fun and safe way to play to play with your kids, here's how to make slime without borax, using all-natural ingredients.

Back pain is a difficult problem that often has very complicated long-term solutions, but are there other ways to cure back pain naturally, at least in the interim?

Whether you're seeking out an eco-conscious new hometown or if you're simply curious, these are the biggest composting cities across the U.S.

Green Matters is comparing canned vs. dried beans in terms of price, nutrition, sustainability, and preparation, to help you decide which to buy.

A recent study showed that rising temperatures and global warming could mean for more tick-borne diseases — there are our favorite natural repellents.

Tiny houses have become the new big investment when it comes to green living, but are tiny houses really eco-friendly, or another big drain on our limited natural resources?

If you prefer a clean-shaven look, there are several ways to remove body hair naturally, to avoid products with chemicals, dyes, or fragrances.

Green Matters caught up with Broadway actress, Kristin Chenoweth, to discuss her holidays plans and her seriously adorable dog adoption story.

There are thousands of different pillows on the market to choose from, but if you’re environmentally or health-conscious, how do you know which ones are nontoxic?

Buying the right organic and aluminum-free deodorant is not always easy, but there are some tried and true ways to weed the best from the worst brands.

It is assumed that nearly all untreated paper products are inherently compostable, but what about paper with ink?

Many products are labeled or considered to be biodegradable, but what does this word actually mean?

How do you know if your compost is ready? You'll know your compost pile is finished and ready to use with these several indicators.

The terms biodegradable and compostable are not always as interchangeable as people might believe, but what do these words really mean and what’s the difference between them?

With outdoor temperatures progressively cooling down, plant parents can keep their green babies healthy with these essential winter plant care tips.

Composting doesn’t just do wonders towards minimizing your overall waste, it can be used to turn your decomposed trash into one of the best natural fertilizers; and it’s free.

To further minimize your environmental impact, these sustainable oral care brands are worth investing in, for the sake of your dental health.

What can you do with old pumpkins? From composting to donating to zoos, there are endless options to keep them out of the landfill.

Compostable packaging is becoming more and more popular in restaurants these days, but can this miraculous innovation be recycled, or does it fall into the same trap as its plastic predecessor?

Celebrating the holidays sustainably can be tricky, but to celebrate Halloween in an eco-friendly manner, here are five zero-waste Halloween ideas.

Can you compost in cold weather? Winter temperatures, ice, and snow will definitely change the breakdown process within your at-home compost heap.

The toy industry wastes massive amounts of plastic, but these toy companies are taking a stand against the wasteful material and cutting back.

As temperatures are dropping, it's around that time to break out a second layer — augment your autumnal "lewk" with these sustainable fall jackets.

These 15 Black-owned online vintage shops will help you get your thrift on.