What Is Cellophane, and Is It Recyclable? What you need to know about bioplastic and “compostable” plastic plus safer alternatives By Jessian Choy December 6, 2023 In this story: buyers' guide, Ms. Green
The Problem With Those Kitchen Composting Machines Spoiler: For starters, what they produce is not compost. By Rosie Spinks November 19, 2023 In this story: food and drink, waste reduction
What Is the Best Sustainable and Ethical Chocolate? How to not get tricked by “plastic free,” "fair trade,” and “sugar free” treats By Jessian Choy October 27, 2023 In this story: Ms. Green, buyers' guide, environmental justice, social justice
Which "Best By" Labels Do I Need to Pay Attention To? You don't need to be so quick to throw things away. Luckily there's no expiration date on common sense. By Adam Minter October 18, 2023 In this story: food and drink
How to Best Help Animals in Need? Kendra Coulter's "Defending Animals" illustrates how difficult it can be to protect wildlife By Lindsey Botts October 15, 2023 In this story: books, animals
Our Chemical Romance Has Real Consequences for Our Health Kristina Marusic paints a grim picture of ubiquitous chemicals and their health impacts By Jonathan Hahn October 15, 2023 In this story: books, toxics, PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)
How to Rescue Out-of-Fashion Foods Sarah Lohman's "Endangered Eating" takes us on an Ark of Taste By Paul Rauber October 15, 2023 In this story: books, food and drink
We Don't Need Another Green Anti-Hero Can Hollywood get beyond its stereotypical portrayals of environmentalists? By Don Carr October 4, 2023 In this story: film, environment
As Florida Citrus Loses Its Sweet Taste, Scientists Are on the Hunt for Solutions A citrus disease has led to a decline in sweetness and taste. Can scientists find ways to keep the industry afloat? By Marlowe Starling September 9, 2023 In this story: food and drink, agriculture
School Supplies That Rule (Because They’re Vegan, Less Toxic, Repairable, and Plastic-Free) Here are some of the best (and safest) back-to-school goodies By Jessian Choy August 28, 2023 In this story: parents, toxics, buyers' guide