Plastic pollution is one of our top environmental concerns—and the humble straw is a major contributor to the mess. Why Plastic Straws Are Bad for The Environment Not so plastic-fantastic straws rank in the top ten most common trash items found floating in the sea—or washed up on the beach—by cleanup organizations. They’ve even been found in the stomachs of whales and lodged ... Continue Reading
Is Silicone Better For Your Kitchen Than Plastic?
Is silicone a safe plastic alternative for your kitchen? The jury is still out on this one. This post from MindBodyGreen discusses silicone’s safety profile and shares tips for using silicone. As consumers become more wary of the chemicals they’re putting into their bodies, more and more research is coming out about the potential health risks of plastic and plastic ... Continue Reading
Save The Planet: 10 Small Steps That Make A Big Impact
Every single thing we do has an impact on the planet—good or bad. When you flush the toilet, jot down a note, throw a load of laundry into the dryer, drive to work, or order a steak, you’re directly affecting plants, animals, and ecosystems all over the globe. Luckily, as awareness spreads, it becomes easier to make choices to go green, to use organic, to recycle, to reduce ... Continue Reading
Is Your Kitchen Plastic-Free? 10 Brilliant Alternatives
Keep your family and the planet in good health with these plastic-free bags, boxes, and wrappers. This post from Epicurious.com showcases ten fabulous plastic alternatives for sustainable living. Good alternatives to plastic are more necessary now than ever before. Plastic usage is taking a major toll on the environment, and it's not looking great for your health, either—even ... Continue Reading
This Rare Fungus is The Answer to Plastic Pollution
Rare plastic-eating mushrooms could save the world by tackling plastic pollution. This post from Modern Farmer highlights how scientists are figuring out ways to ply these rare fungi to clean up the plastic waste. Here’s a quick exercise in despair. No one knows quite how long it takes plastic to break down in the environment. It could be anywhere from hundreds to thousands of ... Continue Reading