What Is Wrong With Grass Lawns?
When it comes to grass lawns, the only green thing about the grass is its color. Perhaps unsurprisingly, grass lawns are everywhere in American media because they are just as commonly found in real life.
Plastic Is Not the Enemy (Copy)
We should always make an effort in finding plastic-free alternatives and reducing plastic pollution, but we should understand that not all plastic is created equal.
What Your Eco-Babe Will Love This Valentine's Day
While flowers and chocolates are usually safe bets, that might be out of the window for the eco-babe in your life who is aware of the consequences of using palm oil in chocolate production or does not want a bouquet wrapped in plastic.
What Is Stopping Men from Being Green?
Over the last few years several studies have been published that link toxic masculinity with climate denial and a hesitancy to live sustainably. When it comes to climate change, this challenge of masculinity enters a new territory, where men are either reluctant to make sustainable choices or actively make polluting ones, finding confidence in bravado and provocation.
To Love the Planet, We Must Love Ourselves First
Caring for the planet is a beautiful, yet exhausting commitment we make to ourselves and our communities. The same goals that drive us one day, may break us the next. Occasionally, we wonder if it's all worth it. I’m here to tell you what you already know deep down inside; it absolutely is!
5 Tips for Those Who Want to Read More
Reading may not be the most accessible pastime or easiest to fit into a busy routine. If you want to read more but need help starting a reading habit, here is a little judgment-free guide for you.
What To Expect From The World Climate Summit COP27?
The Conference of the Parties, or COP, is the global climate change conference hosted by the United Nations. The purpose of the COP is to address dangerous human interference with the climate system and to determine which actions can prevent a rise in global temperatures.
Four Questions to Ask Before Buying From a Business
Like-minded, eco-friendly businesses can assure you that they are doing their part in maintaining a green environment. These are some questions you might want to ask before you decide where to buy from.
Kumano I Ke Ala: Building Hale and Hope for the Future
Open walls and thatched roofs characterize the Indigenous architecture that West Kaua’i’s youth have found themselves replicating as part of Kumano I Ke Ala’s summer program. Translating to house in English, the hale was much more than that to native Hawaiians, helping to also organize society.
Implementing Water Security Initiatives in Oaxaca, Mexico
Although many causes contribute to the current climate, it is certain that industrial-scale human-activities are altering rainfall patterns and impacting water security in Mexico.
Using Our Privilege to Create a Positive Impact
The word privilege is defined as a right or benefit enjoyed by a particular person or group. To some, it may have a negative connotation. If we’re honest however, we’re all afforded some kind of privilege. We may not realize the crucial role they play in our lives, or how these impact our view of the world surrounding us, but they are an integral part of our identity.
I Am A Girl: Empowering Women and Protecting the Planet Through Period Education
In Mbale, Uganda, a school-aged girl beginning menstruation is much more likely to meet her bleed with fear and shame. A lack of access to menstrual products, education and/or hygiene facilities, otherwise known as period poverty, may prevent her from properly caring for her period, and the widespread stigma against menstruation may prevent her from ever learning how to do so.
How Two College Seniors Created New Orleans’ Only Option for Recycling Glass
During their senior year of college, co-founders Franziska Trautmann and Max Steitz—alongside a bottle of wine—realized that there were two problems that needed to be solved: Louisiana’s lack of recycling programs and the global sand shortage.
How to Practice Climate Activism According to Your Sign
Checkout this guide to be reminded of your strengths and how you shine when it comes to activism. Read it for your rising, and if that doesn't feel true for you check out your moon or sun signs as well!
Nature Journaling
Discovering what's growing around you connects to your little piece of the world, deepening your appreciation for where you are, and grounding you in the process.
Hollywood Climate Summit
The Hollywood Climate Summit week is June 23-26th both virtual and IRL in Los Angles the hub of the entertainment industry.
Regenerative Agriculture: What is It?
You may have heard the term “regenerative agriculture.” It sounds promising, but what exactly does it mean? How is it related to the sustainability movement, and how is it different? Regenerative agriculture is quickly gaining attention in the mainstream, so here’s what you need to know.
SXSW 2022 Recap
For their interactive panels, SXSW had a Climate Change track, bringing in incredible speakers and experts from all over the world.
Let's Make Sustainability Inclusive
We all have good intentions in advocating for a healthier planet, but when doing so we can unintentionally look past a part of our community that lives with their own set of gifts and challenges… There is not a one size fits all for sustainability and having a disability only means that our strengths and weaknesses vary.
Is It Greenwashing Or Is It Legit?
Due to the many benefits of corporate sustainability, businesses may fall into the habit of "greenwashing."