Americans have been obsessed with their lawns for centuries. It’s no surprise that over 40 million acres of land are your typical American Lawn. Lawns, routed in a long history, symbolize the American Dream. Although there is undoubtedly a purpose…
Simple Ways to Reduce Food Waste
Food waste is a huge problem. It’s estimated that 30-40% of food is wasted annually in the United States, resulting in a loss of billions of pounds of food. Food requires many natural resources to grow, harvest, and transport. When…
Plastic Recycling: Whose to Blame?
Plastics haven’t been around that long in the grand scheme of things but they have managed to creep their way into almost everything imaginable. It’s not surprising though, plastic is cheap. It is cheap to make, from cheap materials, and…
Shopping Secondhand for Kids
Everything you could possibly want for your kid is probably already made. Local thrift stores, yard sales, and Facebook marketplace are littered with used clothing and toys for kids of all ages. Large corporations do an excellent job marketing children’s…
Sustainability and Secondhand Overconsumption
It’s no doubt that secondhand purchases are better for the environment. They reduce carbon emissions, save crucial natural resources, prevent pollution and save space in our landfills. A quick google search can show hundreds of ways it’s better to buy…
Goals For a More Sustainable Life
I am always making attempts to live a more sustainable lifestyle. I know I will never be one of those people that fits all their waste into a mason jar but I know I can make positive changes little by…
