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Climate Change 101: What is it, and why is it such a big deal?
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Climate Change 101: What is it, and why is it such a big deal?

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By Good Intent

While many of us have been aware of climate change or global warming for a long time, we know it may have been awhile since...

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Aller-Tea for When You're So Over Allergy Season

By Alex Grand

Allergy season got you down? Or just super annoyed at not being able to fully appreciate all the beauty springtime has to offer? Enter Aller-Tea*!...

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A Pretty Perfect Deodorant Recipe

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By Lindsay Smith

If you’re eliminating plastic packaging from your bathroom, you’ve likely discovered that plastic deodorant tubes are among the lowest hanging fruit. Making your own deodorant...

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A Green Guide to Spring Cleaning

A Green Guide to Spring Cleaning

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If you're planning to partake in the tradition of spring cleaning this year, you might be anticipating/dreading the inevitable extra-large batch of trash, pile of “to-donate” items, and residual...

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Valentine's Day the Low Waste Way

By Alex Grand

Want to do something special for someone you love this Valentine’s Day? Here are some lower waste alternatives to the classic Valentine’s Day lineup.  Chocolate...

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15 Stocking Stuffers $15 or Less

15 Stocking Stuffers $15 or Less

By Samantha Kirsch

Some people have an assumption that all sustainable and ethical products cost an arm and a leg, but that's just not true! Here are 15...

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Intentional Gifts for Low Waste Experts and Novices Alike

Intentional Gifts for Low Waste Experts and Novices Alike

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If you're looking to spread a little bit of the joy and purpose that comes with minimizing your waste footprint this holiday season, you may...

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10 Ways to Gift This Season with Less Waste & More Intention
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10 Ways to Gift This Season with Less Waste & More Intention

By Alex Grand

If you’ve been making strides this year to reduce your waste output and make more mindful purchasing decisions, don't let the holiday season derail your...

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The Gift Guide to Secretly Get Your Family to Live with Less Waste

The Gift Guide to Secretly Get Your Family to Live with Less Waste

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Ah the holidays. The perfect opportunity to secretly entice everyone in your family to hop on board the low waste lifestyle train with you. They'll...

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