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You Can Finally Buy Lia, the Flushable, Zero-Waste Pregnancy Test
Lia, the first biodegradable, flushable, and zero-waste pregnancy test, is finally available.These Zero-Waste Influencers Don't Care About Being Perfect: "This Idea of Perfection Is Impossible"
Zero-waste influencers can sometimes focus too much on perfectionism — but these bloggers are keeping it real by sharing their trash.Can You Recycle Old Phone Cases? How to Dispose of Them Sustainably
Cell phone cases are often made of plastic, metal, or silicone, but did you know that you can still dispose of them sustainably?How to Safely Recycle Razor Blades
Disposable razors and razor blades were once some of the hardest materials to get rid of, but many recycling programs are looking to change that.The Most Creative and Eco-Friendly Ways to Store Plastic Bags
Finding creative, DIY ways for storing plastic grocery bags is a great way to live more sustainably.Celebrate International Women's Day With These Books by Women About the Climate
International Women's Day is every March 8 — honor women in the climate movement by picking up one of these books.Which Grocery Stores Use the Most Plastic, According to Greenpeace
Looking for an eco-friendly grocery store? Well-respected environmental organization, Greenpeace, ranked grocery stores on their plastic usage.How Do Reusable Grocery Bags Help the Environment?
Everyone seems to be using reusable grocery bags these days, but are they as good for the environment as we’ve been led to believe?Given Current COVID-19 Restrictions, Will Starbucks Still Fill a Reusable Cup?
Starbucks used to offer customers a chance to get their drinks made in their own reusable cup from home, but is the company still offering this option even in the era of COVID-19?Can Reusable Grocery Bags Be Washed?
Reusable grocery bags are a great way to reduce your personal environmental impact, but what are the best ways to wash them?7 Innovative Zero-Waste Toothbrushes That Go Beyond the Bamboo Brush
These innovative zero-waste toothbrushes are more than just bamboo — we've rounded up brushes with reusable handles, replaceable brush heads, electric options, and more.5 of Our Favorite Sustainable Beauty Innovations From 2021
Check out five of our favorite new, innovative, and sustainable beauty products from 2021 (and late 2020).How to Recycle Fluorescent Lightbulbs — No, You Can't Just Throw Them Away
Disposing of fluorescent bulbs in a safe, eco-friendly way is easy, as long as you understand your options.Recycling Centers You Can Tour, In-Person or Virtually
Here are a few awesome recycling centers around the U.S. that you can visit — many of which also offer virtual tours.How This Affordable Hair Care Brand Ditched Plastic for Aluminum (Exclusive)
Eva NYC's hair care product range has completely transitioned from plastic to aluminum packaging, and still manages to be an affordable, zero-waste option.7 Sustainable Fashion Brands That Upcycle Deadstock and Fabric Scraps
These fashion brands use fabric scraps, deadstock fabric, upcycled clothing, and other materials that would have otherwise gone to landfills.How to Find Textile Recycling Near You
It’s easy enough to donate clothing to those in need, but what do you do if you want to recycle textiles and ensure that they will be put to good use?These Reusable Cotton Rounds Are Sustainable Alternatives to Single-Use Facial Wipes
Ready to switch to reusable cotton rounds? Everything you need to know about reusable cotton rounds, plus 7 of our favorite ones.How to Make Natural Vegan Candles at Home
Store-bought candles are often expensive and not environmentally-friendly, but making your own natural vegan soy candles at home is easy and fun.How a No Buy Month or Shop Stop Can Help You Live More Sustainably
With so many people in debt and so much excess waste already piling up in landfills, shop stops and no buy months are looking like a great way to kill two birds with one stone.The Best Reusable Notebooks + How They Work
If you find yourself going through a lot of notebooks, you might want to invest in a more eco-friendly reusable notebook.These Low-Waste Decorating Tips Will Liven Up Your Living Space
If you're looking to redo your home in the most guilt-free way imaginable, take a look at these low-waste decorating tips.6 of Our Favorite Organic Tampons
Organic tampons can lower the environmental impact of your menstrual cycle — and they're much better for you and the planet.The Best Eco-Friendly Flosses for Zero Wasters
Fortunately, there are a few eco-friendly floss options out there.Support These Low-Waste Artists to Decorate Your Home Sustainably
Whether you're looking to redecorate your home, or if you want to support local sustainable creators, these low-waste artists are worth supporting.The Best Reusable Ziploc Bags — Freeze and Store Food With Zero Waste
There are endless reusable Ziploc bag alternatives on the market these days that are equally durable and more sustainable than single-use baggies.Eco-Friendly Gifts to Keep Things Zero Waste This Holiday Season
These affordable environmentally-friendly gifts are perfect for the 2020 holiday season.How to Find the Right Shampoo Bar for Your Hair
Shampoo bars are a great way to reduce waste in the shower — here's our advice for finding the best shampoo bar for your hair.Can You Recycle Recycled Plastic?
Can recycled plastics be recycled again, or are expectations for recycled plastic too unrealistic?What is the Low-Impact Movement? How It Compares to the Zero-Waste Lifestyle
What exactly is the low-impact movement, and how does it compare to the zero-waste lifestyle?Zero-Waste Swaps That Can Save You Money
Living the zero-waste lifestyle isn’t just about becoming more sustainable and lowering your environmental impact, it’s also a pretty great way to save money in the long run.Period Underwear Is An Easy Zero-Waste Swap — Here Are 5 Options
Period underwear is a great way to reduce the impact of your menstrual cycle. Here are five sustainable and affordable options.Store Your Food Zero-Waste With These Reusable Container Lid Options
If you’re zero waste, it might be difficult to find ways to wrap up your leftovers without plastic, but there are a few zero-waste reusable food containers and lids to make things easier.The Ultimate Guide to an Eco-Friendly Hanukkah: Recipes, Candles, and More for a Lit Holiday
Looking for tips for an eco-friendly or zero-waste Hanukkah this December? We’ve put together the ultimate guide.Why Veganism Is Key to Zero-Waste Eating
Though the terms don’t always mean the same thing, there are some clear reasons why veganism is actually the key to zero-waste eating.How Recycled Paper Is Made, and How to Make It at Home
Paper is one of the most recyclable materials around, but how is recycled paper made? And how can you make it at home?How Recycling Water Can Lower Your Environmental Impact
Recycling is one of the best ways that we can reduce our environmental impact and reduce our waste, but how does one recycle something as essential as water?Thanksgiving Instagram Captions to Show Off Your Vegan or Zero-Waste Turkey Day
Looking for an Instagram caption for your vegan or zero-waste Thanksgiving meal? We've rounded up some funny, thought-provoking, and clever ideas!8 Books to Help You Go Zero Waste or Live More Sustainably
Zero-waste living doesn't have to be overwhelming — and these eight books about sustainable living are all extremely helpful.These Are the Best Cruelty-Free, Zero-Waste Mascaras
Cruelty-free mascaras are easy to find these days — here are some of our favorites, which happen to come in sustainable or refillable packaging.Mouthwash May Prevent COVID-19 — Here Are Our Favorite Sustainable Varieties
A recent study showed that mouthwash may help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, so here are our favorite sustainable mouthwashes.How to “Bottle Brick,” One of Our Favorite Zero-Waste Hacks
"Bottle bricking" is a little-known activity that helps reduce landfill waste, brings affordable housing and furniture to people in need, and more.Keep Your Chompers Healthy With These Sustainable Toothbrushes, Toothpastes, and More
To further minimize your environmental impact, these sustainable oral care brands are worth investing in, for the sake of your dental health.Can You Recycle Compostable Containers? Here's How to Dispose of Them
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?Zero-Waste Halloween Candy to Give Trick-or-Treaters
Although zero-waste Halloween candy is rare, it can be zero-waste. Here are some tips for keeping your child's trick-or-treating free of plastic.Everything You Need to Know About DivaCups, for a More Sustainable Period
Although tampons and pads have most likely been your go-to menstruation products for years, a DivaCup is a reusable, no-waste period option.Just a Few Choice Arguments as to Why Plastic Should be Banned
Plastic bags have already been banned in many places, but some argue that plastics themselves should be entirely abolished.How to Make Halloween Low-Waste
Learn how you can reduce your impact and make this Halloween low-waste.Follow These Zero-Waste TikTok Accounts, for Sustainability Tips and Tricks
Whether you're looking to transition to a zero-waste lifestyle, or if you're seeking out tips and tricks, follow these zero-waste TikTok accounts.How to Wash Reusable Grocery Bags
Reusable grocery bags are the first step in ridding the world of plastics once and for all, but how does one clean something that has become a necessity in the modern age?