The Case for Reuse Bins
By now, most of us are used to the idea of the recycling bin. Whether...
What Encourages Reusable Bag Use: A Tax or a Bonus?
What's the best way to convince shoppers to swap disposable grocery bags for a reusable alternative? A Ph.D. graduate looks…
Girl Scout Cookie Boxes Take a Green Trial Run
This year, Girl Scouts will test low-waste packaging on three types of cookies.
Dust Off an Old Filing Cabinet and Turn It into Something New
Was being more organized one of your New Year's resolutions? Then dust off that old filing cabinet in the garage…
Q&A: The Community Café Model of Adjustable Portions, Prices
Denise Cerreta started a community café in Salt Lake City — where portions were negotiable and people paid what they…
University of Michigan Residence Halls Compete to Save Energy
During the month-long Kill-A-Watt competition, University of Michigan student residence halls compete against each other to see who can decrease…
Kentucky Brewery Values the Environment as Highly as Beer
Lexington's West Sixth Brewing Company makes the environment a priority in their practices.
Eco-Friendly Feng Shui Tips for Chinese New Year
Celebrate the Chinese New Year by bringing some zen to your den and greening your routine with feng shui.