Two reasons to shop for groceries from local merchants and not big-box stores: You're supporting your local economy, and you'll likely cut back on single-use plastic. Supermarket chains have a practic... more

It's time to stop buying tennis balls to play fetch with your dog. Turns out the fuzzy exterior isn't good for them or the environment: The soft, fuzzy coating is made of plastic, and when its threads... more

Microplastics are everywhere, unfortunately, and it's important to do our part to reduce plastic usage and keep plastic waste out of our waterways, for the health of our environment and ourselves. One... more

We spend a lot of time indoors during the winter months, so it's important to take simple steps to have the healthiest indoor air possible. According to a story published by Harvard Medical School, re... more

It's a popular question worth revisiting: Is gift wrap recyclable? The answer is yes and no: It all depends on the type of wrapping paper you have. If the gift wrap feels like regular paper, has a mat... more

Do you live somewhere that's incredibly cold during the winter months? It's probably a good idea to take a few minutes to winterize your water lines to protect your pipes and prevent damage from frigi... more

Here's a simple way to reuse old pillowcases: Store your sweaters inside of them! The cases will allow the sweaters to breathe, all while protecting them from the elements and dust. You also can prote... more

Do people comment about your beautiful social media feed? Are you a great photographer or videographer with a knack for creating engaging, professional-looking content? If so, your skills are exactly ... more

Yes, even your recycling bin needs to be somewhat clean in order for your load of recyclables to be recycled. When your recycling bin is sticky or coated with remnants of whatever was inside your cans... more

According to one of the largest waste and recycling haulers in the country, there's one major no-no when you recycle at home: Never recycle anything smaller than a credit card. Republic Services says ... more

It's unfortunate when a large tree on your property dies, but you don't need to knock it down right away. Trees that are in the early stages of decay offer a real benefit to wildlife. Bats -- which ea... more

If you're shopping for gifts in stores during the holiday season, one thing you can do to reduce waste is bring your own reusable bags. In the past, retailers often discouraged customers from bringing... more

Instead of investing in a humidifier to help combat dry air in your home, all you need is a bowl of water. Placing a bowl of water in a dry room will be slower than a humidifier, but it does add moist... more

What's one way to save $150 and 4,600 gallons of water a year? All you have to do is shut off the shower when you are shampooing and conditioning your hair. A typical shower accounts for around 17% of... more

Banana peels, dead leaves and grass clippings aren't the only things that can be added to the backyard compost bin. You can find compostable things in your own bathroom! Cotton Q-tips, facial tissues ... more

According to NSF International -- the leading authority that "manufacturers, regulators and consumers look to for public health standards" -- the spatula is one of the dirtiest tools in your kitchen, ... more

If you live in a cold-weather climate where deer reside, there are things you can do to help them and things you should avoid at all costs. Feeding deer is one of the worst things you can do, especial... more

A great way to donate and have your books reused and read is to give them to prisoners who are behind bars. The website PrisonBookProgram.org can connect you with local organizations that help provide... more

A new company called Helpsy is aiming to radically change the way we recycle our old clothes. Nearly 85% of old clothing ends up in landfills, which accounts for around 100 pounds per person, per year... more

Did you know that cardboard and paperboard boxes are the No. 1 component of solid waste generated by households, according to the Environmental Protection Agency? Even more staggering, that waste incr... more

With millions of pounds of food wasted every year due to spoilage or improper storage, we need all the tricks and tips we can get to help us do our part to throw away less. The website SaveTheFood.com... more

The more you can do to help bring dinner to the table more quickly, the better. The next time you’re boiling water for pasta, consider placing a metal steamer basket on top of the pot and then placing... more

On major holidays like Thanksgiving, the Fourth of July and Christmas, hundreds of millions of pounds of food are thrown away due to too much being made for get-togethers and parties. Professional che... more

Nearly half of the electricity usage in your home is for heating and cooling, so every little step you take to reduce consumption really ads up. Start with the basics: Set your thermostat at 78 degree... more

While air conditioners, furnaces, kitchen appliances and water heaters make up the bulk of electricity usage in your home, your entertainment devices account for about 4% of the total energy used. Thi... more

To help with cleanup and extend the life of your bakeware, consider silicone liners. Silicone bakeware and liners that go on top of existing metal bakeware are naturally nonstick, and they're safe -- ... more

Your beloved air fryer not only saves you time, but it's an energy saver, too. On average, it only costs about 25 cents in energy to run a standard air fryer for an hour (divide that by the few minute... more

Did you know it’s illegal to throw old tires in the trash? The reason might surprise you: The steel belts inside of tires actually can puncture the liners at landfills, leading to ground contamination... more