The Best Healthy Smoothie Recipes to Make at Home
Smoothies can be a great way to add protein, fiber, healthy fats, and fresh veggies to your routine. Many of us are used to grabbing smoothies on the go. Watch out though, on-the-go smoothies are adding to plastic straw and cup waste that is quickly piling up in landfills and polluting our waterways. Ditch the…Read the full article
Environmentalists for Black Lives Matter: The Link Between Racial and Environmental Justice
In this country, people of color are most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, pollution and toxic waste. The events surrounding George Floyd’s heartbreaking death have caused us to rethink our commitment and change our mindset so that we are not simply just non-racist, but working to be anti-racist. We want to keep learning…Read the full article
5 Tips to Keep Produce Fresher Longer
One positive trend that’s come out of our global quarantine: More cooking! Families are spending more time planning, prepping, cooking and storing food in their busy, well-stocked kitchens. Industry experts say the trend is here to stay, even after stay-at-home orders are lifted, so here are our favorite tips to help you keep produce fresher longer….Read the full article
The Best Sangria Recipes for Summer Sipping
After a long, stressful spring, summer is finally here. As social distancing restrictions start to loosen, spending time outside with a few friends will be high on our lists. Sangria is an easy, refreshing drink that’s perfect for summer sipping, and a lovely cocktail to share with friends. That’s why we’re excited to share the…Read the full article
Environmental Silver Linings During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Is Mother Nature giving us a time out? When we stay home, the environment benefits. This Earth Day is unlike any other. There is immense suffering and overwhelming economic impacts from the current global pandemic. But, crises can also bring change, and we’re looking around and noticing less traffic, cleaner air and thriving wildlife. Here…Read the full article
Make Your Own Sanitizing Wipes
During the coronavirus pandemic, we have been instructed to wash our hands often and carefully. That has been pretty easy to do, especially since we are sheltering at home and soap has been readily available in stores. When we are out of our homes and it’s difficult to use soap and water, experts are saying…Read the full article
14 Ways to Keep Kids Busy while Social Distancing
Looking for ways to keep kids busy during the unprecedented social distancing orders due to the coronavirus? Schools across the country have canceled in-class learning, and millions of parents are finding themselves unexpectedly at home with toddlers, grade-schoolers, and even teens home from college. Luckily there are many free resources to keep kids busy and…Read the full article
Single-Use Plastic in the News
The movement to refuse, reuse and refill is heating up. Get the latest news about single-use plastic including research and tips: How you can reduce your plastic exposure | The Washington Post Plastic is everywhere, and now we know that we’re exposing ourselves to tiny plastic particles regularly when we drink, eat and breathe. Find out…Read the full article
In the News: Are you Eating Plastic for Dinner?
How you Store your Food Impacts your Health Phasing out the most toxic substances that come into contact with our food is long overdue. Until then, it’s more important than ever to use your own safe containers, cups, straws, bags and utensils. According to The Guardian, “Many of those seemingly safe containers may have hazardous chemicals…Read the full article
5 Reasons our 1% for the Planet Membership is Good for our Company and the Planet
Why we love our 1% for the Planet membership Every Earth Month we have a renewed sense of commitment for our mission to reduce single-use packaging. We also confirm that our goals continue to align with our actions. This all became easier for us in 2015 when we made our giving more concrete and transparent…Read the full article