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Lifestyle

Lifestyle explores how sustainability expresses itself in the rhythms of everyday life — the choices we make at home, in the garden, in the kitchen, in our wardrobes, and as we move through the world.

This section focuses on practical guidance, thoughtful reflections, and grounded ideas for reducing waste, consuming more intentionally, and reconnecting with the environment. We explore cultural habits, home practices, and the shifting values behind how people live in a time of ecological urgency.

Whether you’re searching for simple steps or deeper lifestyle shifts, this category brings together stories that make sustainability feel personal, possible, and meaningful.

Eco-Friendly Fashion: Woman speaking at a fashion conference

What is Eco-Friendly Fashion and Why is it Important?

March 5, 2024February 11, 2023 by Tess DiNapoli

Eco-friendly fashion embodies style and sustainability, durable pieces that are manufactured while keeping in mind their long-term environmental footprint.

Categories Fashion Tags Climate, Ecology, Environment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Pollution
A laundry machine against a neutral wall with indoor plants, and simple furnishings

Eco Laundry Tips: How To Make Washing As Green As Possible

October 21, 2023January 8, 2023 by Brett Stadelmann

Combining all these tips and tricks you can reduce the energy usage of your laundry day, making a positive difference to your wallet and the planet. 

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Ways to Save Trees: Vintage paper from magazines and a pair of scssors set up on a craft table

15 Unexpected Ways to Save Trees

October 21, 2023January 5, 2023 by William Powell

By choosing more sustainable habits, and practicing some of these simple ways to save trees, you can help protect the delicate balance of nature.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Climate, Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
University Societies: Montana Universitym green field, grey sky, hills behind

University Societies: Sustainability and Throwaway Culture

October 21, 2023December 28, 2022 by Illen Rowe

To help university societies become more eco-conscious, Harriet of Hazaar gives her top tips for attending or hosting a sustainable social.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Education, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Photo of the exterior of UCLA: A College Student’s Guide to Sustainable Living

A College Student’s Guide to Sustainable Living

October 21, 2023December 19, 2022 by Rose Morrison

Being a college student can stretch your budget, but you can still live sustainably. Here are five ways to have sustainable habits on a college budget.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Education, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Outdoor garden space, perfect for an Eco-Friendly Christmas:

Going Green for the Health of the Planet and Yourself

December 16, 2025December 19, 2022 by Amanda Winstead

Let’s take a closer look at how going green can improve the world around you while giving your health a boost, with a few practical and sustainable tips.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ecology, Environment, Health, Lifestyle, Sustainability
The New Age of Meaningful Gift Giving: Father holding child up, their heads touching, over a poppy field

Meaningful Gift Giving: 3 Types of Sincere & Memorable Gifts

December 4, 2024December 11, 2022 by Anya Cheng

Let’s explore the various categories that are likely to – and frankly speaking, should – dominate holiday sales this year.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Travel, Waste
Environmental Benefits of Minimalism You Should Know About: an empty and beautiful beach

Environmental Benefits of Minimalism You Should Know About

October 21, 2023December 10, 2022 by Cora Gold

Minimalism has become a growing trend recently and for a good reason… Here are six environmental benefits of minimalism you should know about.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Eco-Friendly Kitchen with timber, painted brick, and indoor plants

Eco-Friendly Kitchen Remodeling Ideas: 8 Simple Tips

July 4, 2024December 8, 2022 by Ronn Parkinnson

Remodeling the heart of your home is a great way to make it a more eco-friendly kitchen. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Categories Kitchen Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Long house with black walls and white roof: Energy Saving Tips

13 Energy Saving Tips to Increase Your Home’s Efficiency

October 21, 2023December 4, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Here are 13 everyday habits you can adopt to make your entire home a more energy-efficient space.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Renewables, Sustainability
Fire Dept. Coffee: A host of FDC stickers and labels

Fire Dept. Coffee: Honest Review of Fire Department Coffee

June 21, 2026December 1, 2022 by Ellen Rubin

A review of Fire Dept. Coffee, a great gift for yourself, or the coffee lovers in your life, and for those who support first responders and firefighters.

Categories Kitchen Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Sustainable and Accessible Home Updates in Your Golden Years: Elderly couple outside in a green garden by a brick home

Sustainable and Accessible Home Updates in Your Golden Years

October 21, 2023November 27, 2022 by Amanda Winstead

There are plenty of home updates for your golden years that are both accessible and sustainable, friendly to yourself and to the planet.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
up close shoe photo for 8000kicks review

8000Kicks Review: Eco-Friendly Shoes Made with Hemp Canvas

October 21, 2023November 23, 2022 by Christina De La Rocha

These waterproof hemp shoes look nice, are well made out of durable, reasonably sustainable materials, and they’re comfortable.

Categories Fashion Tags Christina De La Rocha, Ecology, Environment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Living Ideas: Bins saying Refuse and Recycle

Sustainable Living Ideas: The Complete List for 2023

October 21, 2023November 17, 2022 by Andi Croft

By implementing sustainable living ideas like reusing, recycling, buying local, and reducing waste, you’ll be able to lead a greener life in 2023 and beyond.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Plastic, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
Minimalism and Sustainability: View of the ocean from a rocky coastline

Minimalism and Sustainability: Their Many Shared Benefits

October 21, 2023November 16, 2022 by Cora Gold

Minimalism and sustainability are two concepts that have been around for a long time. Now, they seem to be coming together as a trend out of necessity.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Laundry 2

The Sustainable Laundry: How to Make Your Routine More Green

October 21, 2023November 15, 2022 by Lilly Miller

Developing a thoughtfully sustainable laundry routine is a great first step toward living a more eco-friendly lifestyle.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
VIVAIA shoes posing on stone steps

VIVAIA Shoes Review: Stepping into Conscious Comfort

December 4, 2025November 9, 2022 by Christie Johnson

VIVAIA shoes are on a mission to inspire positive change in the sartorial world; creating sustainable, eco-friendly and responsible footwear.

Categories Fashion Tags Christie Johnson, Environment, Ethics, Fashion, Lifestyle, Waste
Outdoor garden space, perfect for an Eco-Friendly Christmas:

An Eco-Friendly Christmas: 9 Green Tips for the Holidays

December 11, 2025October 28, 2022 by Emelia DiBello

The holiday season is a wonderful time of year, but it can also be a very wasteful time of year. Here are nine tips for a more eco-friendly Christmas.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Eucalypso Tencel Sheets Classic Sheet Set Up Close

Product Review: Eucalypso Tencel Lyocell Classic Sheet Set

June 21, 2026October 27, 2022 by Ellen Rubin

A review of Eucalypso Tencel™ Sheets, including a sleep test and a deep dive into the company.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Brand guide, Ellen Rubin, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability
How to Shift to a Minimalist Mindset: Ferns and a flower up close

How to Shift to a Minimalist Mindset: 5 Simple Steps

October 21, 2023October 15, 2022 by Cora Gold

A minimalist mindset values time and love over money and material goods, seeking to declutter your home and mind to satisfy your needs more economically.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Sustainability, Waste
Does Monitoring Your Carbon Footprint Help Fight Climate Change? Black footprints in the snow

Monitoring Your Carbon Footprint – Help Fight Climate Change

October 21, 2023September 23, 2022 by Amanda Winstead

The battle against climate change starts in your home, where doing a carbon footprint audit will point you toward your most wasteful activities and products.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Carbon, Climate Change, Environment, Lifestyle, Waste
Sustainable Decor: A small white house in autumn

6 Sustainable Decor Tips for Your New Home

December 11, 2025September 21, 2022 by Andi Croft

Sustainable decor will be a breeze with these simple tips. With some quick and easy adjustments, your home can look good and feel good in more ways than one.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
How to Be a Minimalist At Home: plant, lamp, and clock

How to Be a Minimalist At Home: Declutter & Form Habits

October 21, 2023September 20, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Minimalism settles your time and energy on the things you genuinely value. Here are a few tips on being a minimalist at home for an eco-friendly decor style.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Waste
Best Sustainable Travel Guide for Eco-Conscious Travelers to California: A rope bridge through a lush forest

Ecotourism California: Sustainable Travel Guide

October 21, 2023September 16, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

87% of travelers prefer sustainable traveling and you’re one among them. California has many sustainable destinations

Categories Travel Tags America, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
TEFL Teaching class seen through a window

How to Make Your TEFL Teaching Environmentally Conscious

October 21, 2023September 15, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Want to teach English while caring for the planet? Here are some tips on how to make your TEFL teaching more environmentally conscious.

Categories Travel Tags Education, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics, Sustainability
A man looking at the northern lights over Reine, Lofoten islands, Norway

Visit Lofoten Islands Sustainably with 4 Green Travel Tips

October 21, 2023September 12, 2022 by Niels Thomas

The Lofoten Islands are a sight to behold with the distinct and varied topography, including hills, beaches, crystal clear waters, and more.

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Europe, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability
Building an Eco-friendly Cabin: log cabin in the woods

Building an Eco-friendly Cabin: 6 Essential Design Tips

June 1, 2025September 6, 2022 by Robert Helms

If you’re interested in creating and designing a more eco-friendly cabin as a project, here are some essential tips to get you started.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Interiors, Lifestyle, Waste
Gifts for a Minimalist: a woman buying vegetables at a market

How to Pick Out Gifts for a Minimalist: 5 Helpful Tips

October 30, 2024September 4, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

We break down the various types of minimalism and share tips on how to pick out gifts for a minimalist that will fill their heart but not their home.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Sustainability, Waste
Your Guide to Sustainable Travel in Vietnam: woman with hands raised standing on boulder

Your Guide to Sustainable Travel in Vietnam

October 21, 2023September 3, 2022 by Kat Smith

What can you do to make your trip to Vietnam as sustainable as possible? These 5 tips are sure to help you make your trip as eco-friendly as possible.

Categories Travel Tags Asia, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability, Travel
How to Move House Sustainably: moving truck

How to Move House Sustainably: 8 Eco-Friendly Tips

November 11, 2025August 30, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Tips to move house sustainably include knowing what is recyclable and reusable, using environmentally friendly packing materials, and more.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Earth Breeze Review: Laundry Detergent

Earth Breeze Review: Eco-Responsible Cleaning Products

December 9, 2025August 26, 2022 by Ellen Rubin

A review of Earth Breeze, and their eco-responsible Laundry Detergent, Hope Cloth, Power Pebbles dishwasher tablets, and a Multi Surface Cleanser.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ellen Rubin, Environment, Lifestyle, Plastic, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
tiny home by the ocean

Are Tiny Homes as Sustainable as they Seem?

December 13, 2025August 24, 2022 by Jane Marsh

Are tiny homes sustainable? Going smaller won’t necessarily equate to a more eco-friendly lifestyle unless you take a few additional steps.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Lifestyle, Sustainability
Eco-Friendly Jewelry: handmade pearl neckalce up close

Eco-Friendly Jewelry Guide: How to Choose Sustainable Metals and Gems

June 25, 2026August 20, 2022 by Tess DiNapoli

Learn what makes jewelry eco-friendly, including recycled metals, vintage pieces, ethical gemstones, lab-grown diamonds, certifications, packaging, and greenwashing red flags.

Categories Fashion Tags Environment, Ethics, Fashion, Lifestyle, Sustainability
How to Shop More Sustainably: woman in mask shopping for clothes

How to Shop More Sustainably and Environmentally for Clothes

December 9, 2025August 19, 2022 by Lilly Miller

Tips to Shop More Sustainably and in Environmentally Conscious Ways, When Working on your Wardrobe

Categories Fashion Tags Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
two girls watering a garden bed, exemplary of kids sustainability

Sustainability for Kids: Inspiring Future Generations

October 21, 2023August 14, 2022 by Amanda Windstead

Today’s children will become tomorrow’s leaders, so we need to start instilling eco-friendly values in them at an early age.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Eco-Friendly Renting: brick walled apartment interior

Eco-Friendly Renting: 10 Sustainable Tips for your Apartment

December 13, 2025August 7, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

These tips can help improve your rental space in a sustainable way. Eco-friendly renting can save moeny, with the worthwhile goal of a better environment.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
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