Climate & Planet

The climate has changed from what we remember it to be even 10 years ago. The changes you’re seeing may be more or less drastic depending on where you live, but that doesn’t mean they’re not happening. It’s important for us to be informed of the effect we’re having on our planet.

We show you that it’s not that difficult (and that much more rewarding) to live an eco-friendly lifestyle. We take you beyond recycling, walking and biking to help you reduce your footprint in ways that may not have occurred to you. Join us in leaving some planet for those that come after us.

How Do Hybrid Cars Work? Everything You Need to Know

How Do Hybrid Cars Work? Everything You Need to Know

Hybrid cars seem almost magical. They drive using electricity, switch to gasoline when needed, and somehow recharge themselves along the…
How Does Regenerative Braking Work In Hybrid & Electric Cars?

How Does Regenerative Braking Work In Hybrid & Electric Cars?

Your car can actually recharge its battery when you slow down. Sounds almost too good to be true, right? This…
Home Composting For Beginners: What To Add, Avoid & Do First

Home Composting For Beginners: What To Add, Avoid & Do First

Home composting is easier than you think, but knowing what belongs in your pile can make all the difference. Learn…
I Make My Own Cleaning Products: These Are The Recipes That Actually Work

I Make My Own Cleaning Products: These Are The Recipes That Actually Work

You don't need a cabinet full of specialty cleaners to tackle everyday messes. These are the homemade cleaning products I…
Energy Vampires Are Everywhere (But Easy To Defeat): Tiny Habits That Cut Your Power Bill Fast

Energy Vampires Are Everywhere (But Easy To Defeat): Tiny Habits That Cut Your Power Bill Fast

Respect your mother! Mother Earth, that is! Earth Day is April 22. But you don’t need an excuse to save…
You Put It in the Recycling Bin—Here’s What Really Happens Next

You Put It in the Recycling Bin—Here’s What Really Happens Next

Recycling does not end when the truck leaves your curb. Discover how materials are sorted, why seemingly recyclable items are…
15 Eco-Friendly Travel Tips: Simple Swaps for Your Next Trip

15 Eco-Friendly Travel Tips: Simple Swaps for Your Next Trip

Make your next trip easier and greener with simple eco-friendly travel tips for packing, airports, hotels, dining, transportation, and seasonal…
Would You Eat Cricket Flour? What This Strange Ingredient Actually Is

Would You Eat Cricket Flour? What This Strange Ingredient Actually Is

Made entirely from finely milled, roasted insects, cricket flour is the ultimate sustainable superfood. Learn exactly how this protein-packed alternative…
Think You’re Recycling Plastic Correctly? Here’s What Plastic Recycling Codes Actually Mean

Think You’re Recycling Plastic Correctly? Here’s What Plastic Recycling Codes Actually Mean

Ever stand over your recycling bin, holding a yogurt tub, paralyzed by indecision? You flip it over, see a tiny…
Scientists Say Humans Have Already Delayed the Next Ice Age – But By How Much?

Scientists Say Humans Have Already Delayed the Next Ice Age – But By How Much?

Scientists say Earth should be drifting toward its next ice age right now, but we’ve already pushed it off schedule.…