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Is the Ocean Really Running Out of Fish?
It may seem like the oceans are overflowing with fish, but experts say they are actually at dangerously low levels...
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13 “Eco-Friendly” Habits That Are Actually Worse for the Planet
We know you have the best interests of the planet at heart, but if you're not careful, you might be...
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Here’s How Long it Takes for Plastic Bottles to Break Down in the Ocean
You may never look at the bottle of water the same way again.
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What Would Happen If Everyone Stopped Eating Meat One Day a Week?
Skipping meat one day a week has benefits for our planet, health, and wallets.
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25 Retailers That Will Give You the Most Money for Your Old Stuff
Instead of tossing those unwanted items, here's how you can get a nice chunk of change for them.
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What Those Plastic Recycling Numbers and Symbols Really Mean
Recycling can be confusing enough as it is. To help, here's what those little numbers in recycling symbols actually mean.
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12 Brilliant Products Made from Recycled Ocean Plastics
From clothing and accessories to furniture and household goods, choosing recycled ocean plastic products is a step in the right...
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Here’s What Really Happens to Recycled Plastic
This is what happens to plastic from the moment you toss it into the recycling bin to when its materials...
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The 9 Most Recyclable Materials on the Planet
All of these materials are recyclable. Do your part by disposing of them properly to help conserve the environment.
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20 Eco-Friendly Cars with the Best Fuel Economy
With gas prices rising to unprecedented heights, eco-friendly cars have never been more in demand. Check out our picks for...
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Why You Shouldn’t Crush an Aluminum Can Before Recycling It
Not crushing aluminum cans before recycling them may seem wrong, but keeping them whole is actually better for the environment
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8 Things That Could Happen if the Amazon Rainforest Disappeared
The mightiest rainforest in the world is shrinking at an alarming rate. If it disappears altogether, the effects on our...
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5 Best Baking Soda and Vinegar Cleaning Solutions
Here's what happens when you mix baking soda and vinegar—and how to use them for cleaning.
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How to Recycle Just About Anything
There's no reason for your household castoffs to be destined for the dump. Here's how to recycle almost anything, from...
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This Is What Happens When You Put the Wrong Thing in the Recycling Bin
Aspirational recyclers may be costing the environment and the economy.
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What the World’s Most Polluted Beaches Used to Look Like
Guidebooks show pristine sands and crystal clear waters—but these beaches have a dirty secret.
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12 Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products Experts Swear By
Rethink the way you clean your home to create a safer environment.
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22 Big Companies That Are Getting Rid of Plastic for Good
Earth Day was born on April 22nd, 1970—and nearly 50 years later, the attention it brings to our declining environment...
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40 Facts That Will Make You Use Less Paper
Using too much paper isn't only bad for our trees, it's bad for the landfills, the environment, and our health.
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12 Everyday Items That Take the Longest to Decompose
We all know the damage plastic bags do to the environment, but these other seemingly items stay around long enough...
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Here’s How to Make Your Own Non-Toxic Pesticides
Now's the time to start strategizing against the bugs, weeds, and fungi gunning for your garden. Protect it the non-toxic...
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9 Sneaky Things You Touch Every Day That Could Be Toxic
While you might take the extra precaution to double (and triple) clean the items you use, there are certain chemicals...
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This Is the Only Time You Shouldn’t Reuse Zip-Top Bags
We investigate when (and how) to make your zip-top bags reusable.
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11 Extraordinary Benefits of Using Olive Oil
Take your bottle of olive oil out of the kitchen and find out other surprising uses for it around the...
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Meet the Man Recycling Hotel Soap Bars for a Cleaner, Greener World
Used soap bound for the trash gets a second life through recycling—and saves resources and lives in the process
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5 Seeds to Plant in May for Fabulous, Easy-to-Grow Flowers All Summer Long
These easy-to-grow annuals almost guarantee an amazingly colorful "show" come summer. Here are tips on how to plant and fertilize...
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How to Reduce Food Waste: 19 Tips for Cutting Back
Learn how to stop wasting food, save money and make the world a healthier place
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8 Household Products that Are Natural Makeup Removers
Traditional wipes and makeup removers may contain harsh ingredients that can strip skin of the natural oils it needs to...
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Bottled Water Vs. Tap Water: Rethink What You Drink
Chemicals, contaminants, pollution, price: new reasons to rethink what you drink and beware of bottled water.