What is sustainable living? In a nutshell, it means reducing your carbon footprint, using fewer resources and choosing to purchase more sustainable products. It has many benefits like helping the environment, saving money, and it even makes us feel good! Switching to...
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about gifts for your dad. We know he will love anything you give him, but why not introduce your dad to your sustainable lifestyle? Surprise him with eco-friendly and ethical options that are the...
Sustainable eating is all about choosing healthy and nutritious foods, while also making sure we’re taking care of the environment. You can eat more sustainably while also supporting local farmers and educating yourself about its benefits and positive impact. Grow NYC...
Over 40 million people go hiking every year in national parks throughout the United States. We must do our part to ensure these areas are being respected and kept clean. The best way to do so is by bringing sustainably made products with us on our trip and avoiding...
Farmers' markets are important for many reasons and are critical to our local communities. They are the oldest form for farmers to sell produce directly to the public. Farmer’s markets are usually hosted once or twice a week in a designated area such as a park, closed...
As things begin to open back up and things slowly go back to normal, it’s time to figure out what we want to do with our summer. From tourists visiting, or locals trying to find new fun activities to enjoy, there is a little bit of everything for everyone here at West...
Being environmentally conscious doesn’t have to be expensive, in fact it can be free or may even end up saving you money! Living a low waste life can seem like a foreign concept at first, but if you implement just one of these sustainable tips then you’re already...
When buying the latest clothing trends at the mall at such low prices, one cannot avoid thinking: how are these products possibly made so inexpensive? Unfortunately, the answer is not pretty. It is important as consumers that we start becoming more aware of the...
Weddings are an exciting time filled with love, laughter, family and friends. Many couples spend months and even years planning to ensure it is absolutely perfect. However, when it comes to protecting our planet, it is important to strive for sustainability, not...
Practicing self-care is important, it can provide more mental clarity and help you develop healthier habits. Sometimes finding the time in our busy day to practice self-care can be difficult, but it’s important to set aside time every day to take care of yourself,...
Living a sustainable and eco-friendly life while working to prevent climate change doesn’t mean you must give up on traveling. There are numerous decisions involved with traveling, from what type of transportation to use, to where to stay while you are there. This...
If you’re looking to celebrate Mother’s Day and planet Earth, then this is the list you’ve been looking for. Treat your mother to something special while also taking care of our planet. This list includes a variety of gifts that can fit any budget. Being eco-friendly...