Category: Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Living News

With toy safety concerns continuing to make headlines—from recent research finding potentially toxic elements like barium, lead, chromium, and antimony at levels up to 15 times above legal limits in plastic toys—buying gifts for children requires more vigilance than ever. According to a 2024 Toy Association survey, 45% of parents under 40 now consider a…

Vegan Garlicky Mashed Potatoes are the perfect side dish for a roast dinner or vegan sausages. Get the recipe below. Mashed potatoes are a classic British side dish often served with roasted meats or sausages. This recipe is a plant based alternative to mashed potatoes that will work alongside any vegan roast meat substitute or…

When I want big flavor without a ton of work, I make this Cajun Tofu Recipe! The marinade brings smoky, savory, slightly sweet notes, and it helps the tofu caramelise beautifully on a hot pan. The smell alone is enough to make everyone hover around the kitchen. The creamy cashew cajun sauce is what really…

Earth911 brings the circular economy to life by connecting the world to brands, products, and services to live sustainably. We help millions of people find local end-of-use options for products and packaging using the largest curated directory of reuse, donation, and recycling locations, municipal curbside collection programs, and mail-in recycling options. We educate and inform…

Roasted beetroot and carrots with balsamic is the perfect side dish for a roast. Get the recipe below. Few dishes capture the cost warmth of roasted vegetables like this trio of beetroot and carrot drizzled with a balsamic glaze. Together they bring vibrant colour and flavour to your plate. The beetroot is earthy and carrot…

The holidays are just around the corner, and if you’re STUMPED about what to get the environmentalist in your life, don’t fret—we have you covered!  From the granola girlie who likes to look cute while hitting the trails to the person whose whole personality is hating invasive species, we have a great gift option for…

Looking for a way to raise money for your favorite nonprofit or charity — without asking donors for money? If you live in one of the 10 U.S. states with bottle bills or one of the roughly 60 states, provinces, or countries worldwide that collect container deposits on beverage cans and bottles, consider collecting and…

This Apple, Cardamom and Rose Compote is the perfect accompaniment to a bowl of porridge or yogurt. Get the recipe below. This spiced compote is a warming mix of apples, cardamom and rose water. It’s a flavour combination that will have you coming back for more. It’s so versatile that you can try it as…

It’s time to think about spring. Yes, now, before the heavy runoff that begins the growing season. Every year, melting snow piles and seasonal rain showers wreak havoc on your landscape. They wash away soil, rocks, and mulch. Or large amounts of water can pool, causing a mud-filled mess. Stormwater runoff also harms ecosystems, as…

As Black Friday approaches in 2025, more people than ever are choosing to step back from the shopping frenzy. Buy Nothing Day offers a meaningful alternative to Black Friday that can transform your relationship with consumption year-round. Lying somewhere between a protest and an alternative holiday, Buy Nothing Day was conceived by Canadian artist Ted…