sustainable living

materialism in the form of important, personal objects

Materialism Has Its Pros and Cons

The amount of items we buy and consume can have positive and negative impacts on our lives and our world.…

August 24, 2022

An article on sunscreens has a drawing of a bottle on the beach.

Sunscreens That Aren’t Shady: Clean Options for Summer

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

While conventional products can damage the environment, these brands will help protect you and the ocean during the sunny season.…

June 28, 2022

Eco friendly products in an article about BYOC

BYOC Co. Is the Place To Go for Eco-Friendly, Ethically-Produced Products

Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

The refill station and zero-waste shop in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is helping locals reduce their single-use plastic consumption.…

December 23, 2021

How Permaculture Can Change the World One Garden at a Time

Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

This form of agriculture is a simple, impactful way to reduce your carbon footprint while attaining a green thumb in the process.…

December 2, 2021

It’s Time for Mass Keto Dieting To Die-Out

Briana Byus, Biola University

The popular lifestyle has been proven to be ineffective for weight-loss time and time again, but it remains one the top diets in the U.S.…

August 3, 2021

Illustration by Lucas DeJesus for an article on sustainability

Sustainability on a Budget: How To Live Green Without Breaking the Bank

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

Greenwashing companies and influencers have made it seem like an environmentally-friendly lifestyle is out of reach for the average person. Here are some easy, everyday solutions.…

March 1, 2021

Image of the book Go Lightly by Nina Karnikowski

‘Go Lightly’ Is the Eco-Friendly Guide That Every Traveler Needs

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Nina Karnikowski’s upcoming book offers advice on how to explore the world in a more sustainable way.…

February 20, 2021

Faithfully Sustainable Is Changing How We Think About the Environment

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

By creating an inclusive community with justice at the forefront of their mission, the organization is changing the face of environmentalism.…

September 17, 2020

Dumpster diving in a dumpster like this could be financially rewarding.

How To Go Dumpster Diving for the Planet and Profit

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Searching through the trash is not exactly glamorous, but its many benefits might outweigh the 'yuck' factor.…

July 28, 2020

In an article about WWOOF, an illustration of two people tending to a field of crops with chickens

WWOOF Is an Educational Adventure That Is Anything but Pre-Packaged

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

The international database of organic farms paves the way for a hands-in-the ground learning opportunity amidst the global pandemic.…

July 3, 2020

Why You Should Use Reusable Shopping Bags

Daniel Reed

It's convenient and good for Mother Earth — what other reasons do you need?…

June 19, 2020

In an article about greenwashing, a green TV screen hypnotizing a viewer.

How To See Through Greenwashing for the Climate Conscious Consumer

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

It’s easy to get caught up in 'green' advertising. Here's how to weed out companies that use environmentalism as a brand without putting it into practice.…

February 19, 2020