Sustainable Living

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.

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.

Cruelty-free mascaras are easy to find these days — here are some of our favorites, which happen to come in sustainable or refillable packaging.

Selecting the right toys for our dogs is no easy task, especially when we’re trying to weed through all the potentially-toxic toys to find the best eco-friendly dog toys.

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.

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

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

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

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.

What happens to ladybugs in the wintertime? There's a reason why the red and black bugs are commonly found indoors, when the temperatures start dropping.

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.

If you decide to participate in Amazon Prime Day 2020, peruse a few of our favorite Black-owned businesses participating in the annual event.

Prince George was devastated by David Attenborough’s newest documentary, his dad Prince William revealed.

Zero-waste products use non-vegan, animal-based materials and ingredients far too often. Why isn't anyone talking about this?

Looking for sustainability-focused YouTubers to subscribe to? Look no further!

Cactus leather boxing gloves, made by Sanabul using materials by Desserto, are a sustainable choice for vegan and eco-conscious fighters.

Here are eco-friendly supplies for back-to-school or your home office!

If you want to know more about how to start a worm farm, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s how it helps the planet, and how to build your own.

A company called Lia Diagnostics started creating a flushable pregnancy test that is not only sustainable, but will also protect your privacy.

New to a solar panel system? Here’s everything you need to know to get started!

These Black women Instagrammers are putting a spotlight on the connection between climate justice and racial justice.

When it comes to household items, like pillows, it can be hard to know how to go the planet-friendly route for getting rid of them. Here’s how.

Looking for environmentally friendly cat food? Look no further!

Can your dogs have seasonal allergies to the environment like you do? They can!

Learn how you can make your own sanitizing wipes from conventional baby wipes!

What’s the best toothpaste for the environment? Keep your oral hygiene routine clean for you and the planet.

Does eco-friendly weed killer actually exist? Allow us to break it down.

Learn how you can reduce your impact and go zero-waste in the shower!

In an effort to support Black-owned vegan businesses, we’ve rounded up some of the best vegan and sustainable food options out there.

These Black-owned apps will help you find Black-owned companies, support Black entrepreneurs, and live more mindfully and sustainably.

Sephora will no longer sell mink fur eyelashes, after customers demanded the makeup giant stop supporting the cruel fur industry.

These Black-owned, sustainable beauty and skincare brands sell everything from lipstick to skincare to deodorant to toothpaste.

These 10 sustainable, Black-owned small businesses are all worth checking out.

New England-based coffee chain, Dunkin', has officially ditched its foam cups in lieu of more sustainable paper ones. Needless to say, we're very proud.

Learn the most sustainable ways to dispose of your flowers.

You may be asking yourself if flowers are sustainable — get the answer.

Should kids wear masks during the coronavirus pandemic? Here's how to order cloth masks for children.

Get crafty with these ways to upcycle milk cartons!

Eco-friendly hair dye does exist, meaning you can stay away from harmful chemicals when coloring your hair.