Every Drop Counts: Reusing Rainwater Saves Money and is Better for Plants

Learn how to reap big benefits by capturing and managing rainwater with rain barrels, underground systems and the right roofing materials. Read More »

Growing Up Green: Lessons to Help Lighten Future Footprints

Guiding children in Earth-friendly principles is a rewarding goal. Fortunately, there are many ways to make green living a feel-good, easy and fun habit. Read More »

Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies

It’s spring—time for sunshine, warmth… and airborne pollen. Try these suggestions to ease the seasonal sneezing, congestion and runny nose that can rob us of outdoor pleasures. Read More »

Shelters Go Green: LEED-Certified Facilities Care for Animals and the Earth

Animal shelters are joining the green movement, with LEED-certified facilities that save energy and resources while keeping animals healthier and more comfortable. Read More »

Deep Blue Connections: Extraordinary Encounters with Dolphins

Interacting with these amazing mammals in the wild is a transformative experience that empowers transcendent, personal change. Read More »

Forest Bathing: The Healing Power of a Walk in the Woods

We all innately know that spending time in nature is good for our body, mind and spirit. Now, medical researchers and scientists are discovering just how powerful forest walks can be. Read More »

Eco-Mind: Creating the World We Want: A Conversation with Frances Moore Lappé

Cultivating an ecological worldview can uplift us from disempowerment and despair to empowerment and hope. Read More »

Waste Not, Want Not: 10 Ways to Reduce Costly Food Waste

Approximately 40 percent of all edible food products in the United States is wasted each year. These tips can help reduce your “food print.” Read More »

Green Home Checklist: Room-by-Room Steps We Can Take, Starting Right Now

Kitchens, bedrooms, bath and laundry rooms—even those pesky “un-rooms,” like attics, entry halls, closets and garages—can all go green in simple, budget-friendly ways that aid the environment. Read More »

Book Battle: Reading Going Digital

The number of Americans that prefer to read a book via an electronic reading device tripled last year. Read More »

Find Out: Hallmarks of a Smart Green Development

Wondering whether a new community development is green? Download this hands-on guide, created by the National Resources Defense Council. Read More »

Pocket Calculator: New Gadget Measures a Family’s Eco-Footprints

This online tool calculates your household’s carbon footprint and suggests green home and lifestyle projects. Read More »

Boxing Day: Greening-Up a Move Can Be Easy

Changing address? Check out this efficient alternative to traditional-style moving boxes. Read More »

Better Threads: Rug Industry Tackles Child Labor Injustice

Buying a rug? Look for this label, given solely to rug companies that only hire employees of legal working age. Read More »

Global Gardens: New Global Warming Planting Map

The color-coded map of planting zones on seed packets is being updated by the USDA to reflect climate changes. Read More »

Bug Muscle: Biomimicry Presents a Solution for Drought

An Australian inventor has designed a beetle-inspired device that can extract water from even the driest desert air. Read More »

Honk Honk: Driving Less and Enjoying it More

The number of teen drivers is dropping, and more than half of drivers under the age of 44 are reducing the time they spend in traffic. Read More »

Whale Watching: One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Whales

Greenpeace reports that the discredited practice of vote buying at the International Whaling Commission has finally been ended. Read More »

Egg-ceptional Fun: Natural Easter Colors to Dye For

Synthetic food colors can contain chemicals linked to allergic reactions. Try these natural recipes instead. Read More »

Sweet Stuff Combats Infections: The Healing Power of Honey

New research suggests it may clear chronically infected wounds and help reverse bacterial resistance to antibiotics. Read More »

Qigong: A Boon for Cancer Patients: Studies Show Improved Well-being

Regular practitioners experienced higher levels of well-being, improved cognitive functioning and less inflammation. Read More »

Are Cell Phones Safe?: Use With Caution

Learn about some of the latest research that explores this controversial question. Read More »

Green Veggies Boost Immunity: More Health Benefits from these Essential Foods

Here’s another reason to have second helpings of bok choy, broccoli and other healthful greens: They protect the immune cells of the gut. Read More »

Unplug During Screen-Free Week: Turn to Healthier Activities

The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood urges us to help kids turn off screens and turn on to healthier activities, April 30 through May 6. Read More »

Diabetes Linked to Dirty Air: There is More to Your Risk than Food

Health wise, the air we breathe is just as important as the foods we eat. Read More »

National Start! Walking Day: Take the First Steps Toward Fitness

If you’re not already a regular walker, take the first step to better health and fitness on April 3. Read More »