This week, "Do Just One Thing" has seven tips to help reduce your microplastic consumption. Here’s tip No. 6: Stop using glitter. Glitter is what’s known as an “intentional” microplastic: It’s literal... more

This week, "Do Just One Thing" has seven tips to help reduce your microplastic consumption. Here’s tip No. 5: Air-dry your synthetic fiber clothing. While it’s best to have a wardrobe filled with natu... more

This week, "Do Just One Thing" has seven tips to help reduce your microplastic consumption. Here’s tip No. 4: Opt for wooden cutting boards. Whether they're made from hardwood or bamboo, natural fiber... more

This week, "Do Just One Thing" has seven tips to help reduce your microplastic consumption. Here’s tip No. 3: Only drink filtered tap water. We know to avoid plastic water bottles, but unfiltered tap ... more

This week, "Do Just One Thing" has seven tips to help reduce your microplastic consumption. Here’s tip No. 2: Never reheat food in plastic containers in the microwave. Whether you're reheating leftove... more

The shocking statistic that humans -- on average -- have enough microplastics in our bodies to make a small spoon is motivation enough to do anything to avoid ingesting them. Here’s tip No. 1 of seven... more

Who would think that storing and sending PDF documents over email could place a significant strain on the environment? Image-heavy PDFs are large files, which puts a strain on servers storing document... more

It’s obvious that kitchen scraps like vegetable peels and eggshells are best composted and turned into beneficial mulch. But for those who can’t compost, which is the better option: the garbage dispos... more

If you’re an avid composter, it may seem like a no-brainer to toss avocado skins and pits into the compost bin. And why not? They’re totally organic and biodegradable. But the reality is, avocado wast... more

When you’re filling your vehicle’s gas tank, don’t “top off” the car when the pump stops. When you do, you’re not only wasting gas, but you’re wasting money. Adding that little bit of extra gas increa... more

Did you know that nearly 15 billion single-use alkaline batteries are sold worldwide every year? When you're gifting an electronic item that needs a battery, consider upgrading to rechargeable. Unlike... more

Many of us use a hard plastic water pitcher that has a replaceable water filter attachment. These are useful to help transform your tap water into cleaner drinking water, but there are steps you shoul... more

Have you read the latest statistic that says humans may have enough microplastics in our bodies to equal that of a small spoon? It’s shocking, and it proves that plastics are everywhere. If you want t... more

What's one simple thing you can do to help your refrigerator work as efficiently as possible? Cover your food. When your leftovers or pitchers of water are inside your fridge, they release moisture, a... more

If you’re thinking of adopting a dog and really want to make sure you choose one that’s the best “climate friendly” breed, just look at their coat. Dogs with thick, heavy coats (think Siberian huskies... more

If you’re fastidious about mowing your lawn, this tip might be challenging, but try it anyway: Let the last few weeks of the mowing season pass without that chore. Grasses, wildflowers and even weeds ... more

It’s common knowledge that houseplants can help clean your indoor air. But did you know they can also “signal” for help? Aloe is an easy-care plant that can help purify the air inside your home, and i... more

Modern-day paper shredders do an excellent job of finely cutting, dicing and obliterating important documents so they are impossible to piece back together. While these shredders are great for protect... more

Are you a tea drinker? Your used tea leaves can give your plants a boost, too. Rip open tea bags and mix the leaves into potted and outdoor plants. They have nutrition like nitrogen, phosphorous and p... more

When it’s prom season in your community, you might remember some gowns, shoes and tuxedos that are stashed in your home. There are a lot of nonprofits that collect these items and distribute them to t... more

It can be hard to detect air leaks where cold air is blasting inside during the winter months, but the United States Department of Energy has two easy tips to find out if there are leaks in your house... more

Have you heard of “dark sky” outdoor light bulbs? This is a new way to keep your outdoor lights on without creating light pollution that can confuse migratory birds and sea turtles, who depend on the ... more

Millions of car seats for children are thrown away every year in the United States; they cannot be donated, due to safety recalls, wear and tear and laws that prevent them from being resold or reused.... more

Do you start your car and let it idle when it's freezing cold outside, to allow the engine to "warm up"? While there is some valid reasoning around doing this, especially during the coldest temps, you... more

If you must use disposable paper plates, go with the most boring, uncoated, unprinted kinds. Party plates that come in bright colors with shiny coatings are not compostable or recyclable and can be ex... more

If you love fragrances and want your perfumes to last longer, keep them out of the room where most of us display our bottles: the bathroom. Fragrances are susceptible to two things: light and temperat... more

The best way to make sure your clothes last as long as possible (and look their best) is to treat stains immediately so they don’t set. The best pre-treat product is natural dish soap, which can lift ... more

Activewear designed to wick away moisture can help avid runners stay cool when they're moving, but these garments can be very difficult to clean. Over time, synthetic fibers can harbor odor-causing ba... more