Category: Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Living News

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…

This Rösti-Topped Puy Lentil and Mushroom Pie is the perfect vegan dinner during the cold winter months. Get the recipe below. This Rösti-Topped Puy Lentil and Mushroom Pie is a modern twist on a classic. Juicy woodland mushrooms and earthy puy lentils are topped with a golden, crispy potato topping in this simple recipe. Perfect…

TreePeople is proud to present Smoke on the Water, a new exhibition of gouache paintings by artist Merissa Mann, on view June 18–21 and June 25–28 at TreePeople’s Schuman Family Foundation Conference Center. What’s the show about?Drawing inspiration from the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, Mann’s atmospheric and richly layered work explores the delicate boundary between…

Every year, regions of the world are hit by natural disasters such as hurricanes or floods. As a result of climate change, these phenomena have not only increased in number and severity, but it has also become more difficult to predict when they might occur. Although the areas most prone to these hazards try to…

Whip up a batch of these Vegan Halloween Gingerbread Mummies, Skeletons and Vampires this Halloween. They’re the perfect treat! Get the recipe below. Gingerbread is a classic biscuit served in the colder months. Whilst most people associate it with Christmas, it’s a versatile biscuit that can be enjoyed on other occasions too – take Halloween…

Coconut oil has become a staple in health-conscious kitchens due to its numerous benefits, versatility, and mild flavor. Whether you’re cooking, baking, or using it in beauty routines, choosing the purest coconut oil ensures that you get all the natural goodness it offers. With so many options available, selecting the best organic unrefined coconut oil…

LA’s trees and shrubs are critical infrastructure, providing countless benefits to our communities and local ecosystems. Our native trees and shrubs—which are specially adapted to live in this region—play a particularly important role in our local environment, serving as hubs for biodiversity and beacons of climate resiliency that will cool our communities for generations to…

As the world moves toward cleaner energy and greener practices, electrical contractors have become crucial players in shaping a sustainable future. Beyond wiring homes or installing lighting, their work now intersects with energy efficiency, renewable power, and eco-conscious technology. From designing smarter electrical systems to supporting green construction standards, contractors are at the heart of…

For businesses with outdoor spaces, fall often means ramping up maintenance. However, more mowing and more leaf clearing mean more energy use. This higher fuel consumption means increased expenses and higher emissions. Autumn presents an opportunity. By reassessing equipment, schedules and commercial property maintenance practices before winter, you can reduce emissions, save money and prepare…