Veganism is a diet and lifestyle choice that does not exploit or use animals in any way. There is a focus on the diet aspect as vegans do not consume any animal products, like meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and even… read more
For thousands of years, our ancestors lived off the grid until technology advanced and society became tied to public utilities. Now, in modern times, living off the grid has become a popular lifestyle choice. The idea of living off the… read more
Our transportation choices impact the environment. Personal vehicles (e.g. cars, pickup trucks, minivans, and sport utility vehicles) are a major contributor to climate change and impact air quality. While driving a car is a necessity for most people, there are… read more
Climate change has become one of the most pressing global issues. It is well-known that humans are the primary driver of climate change through our actions and activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels for energy, manufacturing and more.… read more
Pizza is one of the most common foods ordered to-go in the United States with 40 percent of Americans eating pizza at least once a week, and 83 percent doing so once a month. The ubiquitous pizza box has been… read more
Plastic is everywhere in our daily lives. It makes life easier in many ways, from lightweight packaging that’s cheap to produce, to durable electronics and even furniture. If you look around right now, chances are you’ll see several plastic products… read more
Although our world is increasingly digital, we still use paper quite regularly in our daily lives for various reasons. And for those of us who still subscribe to print catalogs, magazines, and newspapers, we know how quickly they pile up.… read more
Americans go through an inconceivable number of plastic bags per year: 100 billion. This requires about 12 million barrels of oil! Plastic harms human health and the environment, plus all that waste adds up in landfills, as incinerated trash, and… read more
All cardboard boxes are 100% recyclable, no matter what condition they are in. However, there are some specific rules and preparation that are required for recycling. The following sections will explain the importance of recycling cardboard boxes, how to prepare… read more
In 2018, the U.S. produced 292.4 million tons of solid waste, but only 69 million tons of materials were recycled that same year. The problem is because of single-use products made with components such as styrofoam, which are tossed as… read more