The Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Recycling
Despite our best intentions, everything we do has some environmental impact. Even though true sustainability...
Why Aren’t My Hens Laying Eggs? Backyard Chicken Basics
Keeping a small flock of backyard chickens has numerous benefits. These feathered friends make lively...
The Hidden Environmental Cost of Added Sugars
The environmental impact of the teaspoon of sugar in your morning coffee pales next to...
What Can You Do About Nonpoint Source Pollution?
All too often, we hear about oil spills and toxic waste sites polluting the environment....
We Earthlings: Recycle a Six-Pack of Aluminum Cans
When you recycle a six-pack of aluminum cans, you save the amount of energy equal...
Human Composting for a Greener Afterlife
No matter how sustainably you have lived your life, modern funeral practices ensure that you...
Best of Earth911 Podcast: Wilderness Defender Doug Peacock on Was It Worth It?
Meet Doug Peacock, wilderness warrior, author, and the inspiration for Edward Abbey’s well-known character in...
Sustainable, Fragrance-Free Personal Care Products
Synthetic fragrance is added to products ranging from laundry detergent, household cleaners, and air fresheners...