Sustainable Living
Let the Global Climate Strike inspire you to take 5 steps to save our planet
September 20, 2019
Let the Global Climate Strike inspire you to take 5 steps to save our planet
The Global Climate Strike is taking place right now in more than 150 countries. From…
By Kells McPhillips
The Climate Psychologist gives it to us straight: Being anxious about climate change is a *good* thing
September 05, 2019
The Climate Psychologist gives it to us straight: Being anxious about climate change is a *good* thing
If you pay even an iota of attention to climate news, you know that the…
By Annie Tomlin
Well+Good TALKS: The Next Gen of Food Sustainability is Coming to Your Plate
August 20, 2019
Well+Good TALKS: The Next Gen of Food Sustainability is Coming to Your Plate
Meet the intersection of superfoods and sustainability, the delicious (and eco-friendly) movement that’s about to…
By Well+Good Editors
8 slow fashion brands that are anything but basic
May 11, 2019
8 slow fashion brands that are anything but basic
The fashion industry's carbon footprint is no joke: Its "long supply chains and energy intensive…
By Jessica Estrada
Reformation's first shoe collection makes kitten heels sexy, and I'm not mad about it
May 09, 2019
Reformation's first shoe collection makes kitten heels sexy, and I'm not mad about it
There is really no easy way to say this, so I'll just spit it out:…
By Allie Flinn
Surprise! I actually reduced my food waste by using meal delivery kits
April 30, 2019
Surprise! I actually reduced my food waste by using meal delivery kits
People commonly assume that meal kits (you know, the services that deliver all the ingredients…
By Jessie Van Amburg
Why “ecowellness” could be the secret to a whole new level of health
April 04, 2019
Why “ecowellness” could be the secret to a whole new level of health
Over the years, countless studies have shown just how much spending time in nature can…
By Tehrene Firman
Plastic bags are canceled in New York, so everybody grab a reusable tote
March 29, 2019
Plastic bags are canceled in New York, so everybody grab a reusable tote
Plastic bags are getting canceled. Following in the footsteps of California, the first state in…
By Kells McPhillips
Is this secretly the most urgent issue in wellness?
March 27, 2019
Is this secretly the most urgent issue in wellness?
As the ever-more-frequent spate of natural disasters shows, climate change is no longer theoretical. It's…
By Annie Tomlin
3 tips for a more sustainable home, according to a wellness guru
March 24, 2019
3 tips for a more sustainable home, according to a wellness guru
We get it, no one has time to spend hours outside picking up trash in…
By Well+Good Editors
Finally—A Guide To Wearing (Sustainable) Street Style You Can Actually Pull Off
March 17, 2019
Finally—A Guide To Wearing (Sustainable) Street Style You Can Actually Pull Off
Despite the amount of style inspo stashed on your Insta saved page or all the…
By Well+Good Editors
These 50 genius outfit ideas are the antidote to end-of-winter wardrobe boredom
March 17, 2019
These 50 genius outfit ideas are the antidote to end-of-winter wardrobe boredom
Remember back in September, when we all could not wait to cozy up in our fall…
By Erin Magner
See ya, plastic—your faux-leather look is getting an earth-friendly upgrade
March 16, 2019
See ya, plastic—your faux-leather look is getting an earth-friendly upgrade
My best friend was diagnosed with celiac disease when we were in high school, about…
By Allie Flinn
5 super chic shoe brands that have made-in-the-USA sustainability cred
March 09, 2019
5 super chic shoe brands that have made-in-the-USA sustainability cred
If "made in America" brings to mind one of those obnoxious beer commercials with fire…
By Allie Flinn
Here's why some eco-conscious Christians are giving up plastic for lent
March 06, 2019
Here's why some eco-conscious Christians are giving up plastic for lent
Today is the very first day of lent 2019. And if you're a member of…
By Kells McPhillips
13 pairs of sustainable jeans from your favorite denim brands that are so good
March 06, 2019
13 pairs of sustainable jeans from your favorite denim brands that are so good
Socially conscious, eco-friendly, cruelty-free, sustainable. All buzz words you’ve heard to describe ethical fashion. The…
By Laura Lajiness
I gave my home a sustainable makeover—here’s how I did it
March 04, 2019
I gave my home a sustainable makeover—here’s how I did it
I wanted to create a home sanctuary that was just as chemical-free as the organic…
By Alex Taylor
15 upcycled clothing ideas you'll actually want to wear
March 04, 2019
15 upcycled clothing ideas you'll actually want to wear
Viewed from the outside, the fast-paced fashion industry appears to be all glitz and glam.…
By Tehrene Firman
4 questions a personal stylist says can help you figure out how much clothing you actually (I mean, really) need in your life
February 27, 2019
4 questions a personal stylist says can help you figure out how much clothing you actually (I mean, really) need in your life
One day, as I was going through my usual getting-dressed routine—pulling everything out of my…
By Allie Flinn
Sustainable travel tips to keep your vacays great without compromising the world you want to see
February 11, 2019
Sustainable travel tips to keep your vacays great without compromising the world you want to see
Travel may well be good for your health, but it's not so great for the environment.…
By Erin Bunch
Here's your cheat sheet for the ambitious Green New Deal everyone is talking about
February 07, 2019
Here's your cheat sheet for the ambitious Green New Deal everyone is talking about
The weather has been all over the place this winter, serving as further proof that…
By Emily Laurence
Yes, global warming is the reason it's so cold right now
January 30, 2019
Yes, global warming is the reason it's so cold right now
Unusual weather we're having, ain't it? Indeed, the phrase takes on a whole new level…
By Emily Laurence
Here's what happened when I spent 48 hours at a fancy wellness commune in the woods
January 29, 2019
Here's what happened when I spent 48 hours at a fancy wellness commune in the woods
When I first opened my inbox and saw an email about Serenbe—a wellness community located 30…
By Tehrene Firman
This brand new private island is the sustainable wedding destination of your dreams
January 22, 2019
This brand new private island is the sustainable wedding destination of your dreams
Having a far-flung destination wedding can be an appealing option for many reasons. For one,…
By Ashley Mateo
You're not imagining it—so many cool, sustainable fashion lines are coming out of California right now
January 22, 2019
You're not imagining it—so many cool, sustainable fashion lines are coming out of California right now
Every city has its "thing" when it comes to fashion. Parisian designers deal in effortless…
By Erin Magner
15 reusable bags you won’t be embarrassed to tote around
January 14, 2019
15 reusable bags you won’t be embarrassed to tote around
Whether it's for stashing your sweaty gym clothes, carrying groceries, or schlepping home the countless…
By Katie Maguire
You're trashing the food scraps you should learn to treasure
January 14, 2019
You're trashing the food scraps you should learn to treasure
Here's a sobering fact: an estimated 30 to 40 percent of food in the U.S.…
By Emily Laurence
The single action you can take to reduce plastic waste in a major way without overhauling your life
January 13, 2019
The single action you can take to reduce plastic waste in a major way without overhauling your life
While you may find the ubiquity of blue bins on your street comforting, in reality,…
By Erin Bunch
This is the most important relationship you're probably not thinking about
November 30, 2018
This is the most important relationship you're probably not thinking about
Everyone has relationships, from romantic pairings to workplace friends. But there's one that deserves more…
By Kelsey Patel
Patagonia is donating its $10 million tax cut to help save the planet
November 29, 2018
Patagonia is donating its $10 million tax cut to help save the planet
Since its founding, Patagonia (which is a certified B Corp) has strived to be as environmentally and…
By Tehrene Firman
California is burning: What do we do after the fires are out?
November 14, 2018
California is burning: What do we do after the fires are out?
California is on fire. Again. Up north, the Camp Fire has become the deadliest in…
By Annie Tomlin
File under "phew!": Experts say there's no BPA in bottled water
November 02, 2018
File under "phew!": Experts say there's no BPA in bottled water
We all know how important it is to stay hydrated. And getting those recommended ounces…
By Jessica Estrada
Looks like Kate isn't the only royal who grabs her own groceries…
September 21, 2018
Looks like Kate isn't the only royal who grabs her own groceries…
Sure, Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle may be royals, but they're still human: The Duchess of…
By Tehrene Firman
BYO Bag: The biggest grocery chain in the country is phasing out its plastic carryalls
August 24, 2018
BYO Bag: The biggest grocery chain in the country is phasing out its plastic carryalls
Plastic is slowly (but surely!) getting the boot. With it becoming increasingly clear just how…
By Tehrene Firman
In the crusade to save the oceans, contact lenses are about to be the next plastic straw
August 20, 2018
In the crusade to save the oceans, contact lenses are about to be the next plastic straw
Sipping your moringa latte sans-plastic straw may make you feel like an eco-conscious queen (bamboo…
By Kells McPhillips
This new company is creating super-realistic vegan versions of your favorite seafood staples
August 08, 2018
This new company is creating super-realistic vegan versions of your favorite seafood staples
So far, 2018 has been a really great year to be vegan. Long gone are…
By Tehrene Firman
Quiz: What foodie upgrade do you need in your life right now?
August 01, 2018
Quiz: What foodie upgrade do you need in your life right now?
The problem with dog-earring cookbooks and reading food sites for fun is you end up…
By Well+Good Editors
How to turn your bedroom into a non-toxic, plant-filled oasis—from your mattress to your succulents
July 31, 2018
How to turn your bedroom into a non-toxic, plant-filled oasis—from your mattress to your succulents
Your bedroom doubles as your office on WFH days, and your comfy pillow top is…
By Well+Good Editors
Starbucks is nixing this major thing from its stores: straws
July 09, 2018
Starbucks is nixing this major thing from its stores: straws
Lately, the some companies, governments, and the general public have grown more concerned with the…
By Tehrene Firman
Air conditioners are bad news for the environment—try these 7 OG methods to stay cool instead
July 06, 2018
Air conditioners are bad news for the environment—try these 7 OG methods to stay cool instead
Once the temperatures start to rise in the summer, it's second nature for many folks…
By Tehrene Firman
Exclusive: Here are the most harmless cities in the country (plus, what the heck that means)
July 02, 2018
Exclusive: Here are the most harmless cities in the country (plus, what the heck that means)
When it comes to picking a place to set down roots, it's important to consider…
By Tehrene Firman
Everything you need to have an earth-friendly summer picnic
May 31, 2018
Everything you need to have an earth-friendly summer picnic
Summer is fast approaching, bringing with it a wealth of outdoor activities that maximize every…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Finish every last bit from your almond butter jar with this genius, Earth-friendly hack
May 22, 2018
Finish every last bit from your almond butter jar with this genius, Earth-friendly hack
Getting to the bottom of your almond butter jar is usually a sad thing, but…
By Tehrene Firman
Upcycle your empty candle vessels using this genius, functional hack
May 22, 2018
Upcycle your empty candle vessels using this genius, functional hack
After many nights being in full-on hygge mode with your favorite (all-natural!) candle by your…
By Tehrene Firman
2 simple ways to green the planet—and your living space
April 26, 2018
2 simple ways to green the planet—and your living space
You've got your reusable water bottle for 24/7 hydration and your trusty tote for lugging…
By Well+Good Editors
These sustainable water brands make it easier than ever to ditch plastic bottles
April 23, 2018
These sustainable water brands make it easier than ever to ditch plastic bottles
If you happen to be caught out and about without your trusty S'well, your love…
By Jenna Adrian-Diaz
Zero-waste founder Lauren Singer just opened a second trash-free shop in Brooklyn
April 23, 2018
Zero-waste founder Lauren Singer just opened a second trash-free shop in Brooklyn
Last year, Lauren Singer—the Trash is for Tossers blogger known for living a nearly zero-waste…
By Tehrene Firman
The UK just announced a proposal to ban single-use plastic products
April 23, 2018
The UK just announced a proposal to ban single-use plastic products
Queen Elizabeth recently made an impactful, environmentally friendly move by phasing out plastics and taking on…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
The beginner's guide to composting—no matter the size of your space
April 20, 2018
The beginner's guide to composting—no matter the size of your space
Even if you dutifully separate your paper and your plastics, there’s still more you can…
By Sarah Sarway
Why Anthony Bourdain isn't sold on the Impossible Burger
April 20, 2018
Why Anthony Bourdain isn't sold on the Impossible Burger
While vegetarians, vegans, and those invested in sustainability across the country are digging the meat-like…
By Tehrene Firman
Ridiculously simple and free ways to live a more sustainable lifestyle
April 19, 2018
Ridiculously simple and free ways to live a more sustainable lifestyle
Sure, sustainability is important, but the idea of living a zero waste life or becoming…
By Emily Laurence
Expressing eco-love in your dating profile might actually get you more action
April 18, 2018
Expressing eco-love in your dating profile might actually get you more action
Sexy sustainability alert: Apparently, being a tree lover could be a serious turn-on! If you…
By Tehrene Firman
PSA: Bathroom hand dryers are actually blowing around gross bacteria
April 17, 2018
PSA: Bathroom hand dryers are actually blowing around gross bacteria
We all know that using hand dryers instead of paper towels is great for the…
By Tehrene Firman
8 reusable grocery totes that are as stylish as they are Earth-friendly
April 16, 2018
8 reusable grocery totes that are as stylish as they are Earth-friendly
Not to be abrasively blunt, but plastic (not the Plastics) is destroying the planet. However,…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
5 cleaning products the Well+Good team swears by for a spring home refresh
April 16, 2018
5 cleaning products the Well+Good team swears by for a spring home refresh
The transitional time between winter and spring is a universally known window for tidying your space…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Just Salad is offering customers one salad a day for $99 in May
April 16, 2018
Just Salad is offering customers one salad a day for $99 in May
A salad a day sort of keeps the doctor away, but it's also a no-brainer…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
The 9 coolest and most-fashionable earth-friendly products you need right now
April 15, 2018
The 9 coolest and most-fashionable earth-friendly products you need right now
Humans have wreaked oceans' worth of (glittery) havoc and destruction on the planet, and the…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Earth Month Edition: Self-Care for the Planet
April 03, 2018
Earth Month Edition: Self-Care for the Planet
Sustainability has moved into the battery-powered driver seat of how big businesses run down to…
By Well+Good Editors
8 chic coffee mugs to upgrade your morning cup *and* minimize waste
April 02, 2018
8 chic coffee mugs to upgrade your morning cup *and* minimize waste
Recently, I realized that my daily (takeout) coffee addiction is costing me around $35 a week.…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Adidas wants to use recycled plastic in *all* products by 2024
March 29, 2018
Adidas wants to use recycled plastic in *all* products by 2024
Adidas has been pretty successful in its endeavor to turn ocean plastic into awesome-looking sneaks.…
By Tehrene Firman
Why "going blue" (not green) is the new standard for wellness brands
March 28, 2018
Why "going blue" (not green) is the new standard for wellness brands
Voting with your wallet is real. Have you noticed how giant brands in the food…
By Emily Laurence
Reformation just launched its first plus-size collection—and pieces are already selling out
March 28, 2018
Reformation just launched its first plus-size collection—and pieces are already selling out
I have a love-hate relationship with Reformation: The brand creates the type of minimal but…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
The sleep-enhancing way one hotel chain is upcycling its worn bedsheets
March 27, 2018
The sleep-enhancing way one hotel chain is upcycling its worn bedsheets
You might try your best to be environmentally friendly at hotels, opting not to have your…
By Tehrene Firman
Bareburger is eliminating some exotic meat patties in favor of plant-based options
March 01, 2018
Bareburger is eliminating some exotic meat patties in favor of plant-based options
Ditching meat isn't just a fad—at least as far as one international burger chain is…
By Tehrene Firman
Queen Elizabeth is pushing to give Buckingham Palace an eco-friendly makeover
February 14, 2018
Queen Elizabeth is pushing to give Buckingham Palace an eco-friendly makeover
Despite Cape Town's water crisis, global warming worsening, and pollution smothering the environment, efforts have been made to…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Could this common technology be messing with your sleep?
January 31, 2018
Could this common technology be messing with your sleep?
Technology moves so quickly that we're not always sure what its long-term effects are. Chances…
By Sophia Gushée
The future of wearable trackers might involve nail art
January 10, 2018
The future of wearable trackers might involve nail art
If you thought a high-tech temporary tattoo that could protect you from the sun was…
By Tehrene Firman
Are ‘meat taxes’ the next ‘soda tax’?
December 11, 2017
Are ‘meat taxes’ the next ‘soda tax’?
Soda taxes have proven to be successful in getting people to buy fewer sugary drinks.…
By Emily Laurence
Patagonia, The North Face, and REI denounce President Trump's public land grab
December 06, 2017
Patagonia, The North Face, and REI denounce President Trump's public land grab
If your holiday-gifting list includes a tent for Mom and Dad, a sleeping bag for…
By Alison Feller
Would you buy (cheap) expired food to cut down on food waste?
December 05, 2017
Would you buy (cheap) expired food to cut down on food waste?
A grocery basket full of gluten-free pasta and bone broth adds up pretty quickly. How…
By Emily Laurence
Does anything give you as much joy as greens give Tiffany Haddish?
December 05, 2017
Does anything give you as much joy as greens give Tiffany Haddish?
Think about what brings you joy: If you're like Marie Kondo, it might be a…
By Alison Feller
Is glitter as environmentally harmful as microbeads?
December 01, 2017
Is glitter as environmentally harmful as microbeads?
Glitter's totally having an on-trend moment when it comes to your kicks and your leggings,…
By Tehrene Firman
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