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Bringing your own ceramic mug for coffee or tea is a smart sustainability move, but it works best when you use it often. Because ceramic mugs require significant energy to manufacture, most need to be used at least 20 to ...Read More

If you want to feed and support bees, resist the urge to give them honey. Honey from outside or unknown sources can contain harmful pathogens, including diseases that can devastate entire bee colonies. Instead, make a ...Read More

Before tossing older pantry staples, take a second look -- some kitchen essentials can last indefinitely, thanks to their unique natural properties. Honey’s low moisture and acidity prevent bacterial growth; vanilla ...Read More

Whether you're vacationing, boating or picnicking near a lake, river or beach, resist the urge to toss produce scraps into the water. While apple cores and banana peels may seem harmless, food waste can deplete oxygen ...Read More

Sharing a bar of soap for handwashing is generally safe, hygienic and surprisingly eco-friendly. Soap works by attaching to dirt, oils and microbes, while friction and running water wash them away -- making the risk of ...Read More

When you’re dining at fast-food or casual dining chains, you can minimize waste. Chains like Subway, Chipotle and Sweetgreen create far less waste by using simple paper wraps, fiber bowls and compostable materials ...Read More