Most Americans want to reduce their environmental impact, and many are taking it a step further by practicing green living this summer, according to a recent survey. In the poll of 2,000 American adults, three-quarters (75%) said they want to reduce the negative effects of their lifestyle and purchases on Mother Earth. Seasonality may have … Read more
Looking at Norway on the map, you could imagine that Thor took his hammer to it, splintering the elongated coastline into bits. In fact, its 63,962 miles, incorporating 50,000 islands and 1,190 fjords, was created by Ice Age glaciers, making it the second-longest coastline in the world (after Canada) which means, unsurprisingly, that Norway is … Read more
Pine or plastic — which Christmas tree is better for the planet? For the eco-conscious, the needling question remains something of a head-scratcher. While artificial firs can be used year after year, they are also made of so-called “toxic” materials that experts have said are bad for the environment. Getting the real thing, however? Well, that … Read more
Zero waste doesn’t mean zero taste, if you ask these top chefs. A dozen of New York City’s most celebrated restaurants and bars have accepted the challenge to produce no food waste for an entire week as part of the first-ever Make Food, Not Waste Restaurant Week. Pegged to the citywide mandatory composting program that … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. We’ve long said ‘You are what you eat.’ But what about, what you wear? In a world where Amazon packages cross the country overnight, polyester prices seem too good to be true, and the fast fashion industry seems … Read more
Whatever floats your boat. Two globetrotters have spent the past 15 months traveling the world without taking a single flight. Tommaso Farinam, 25, and Adrian Lafuente, 27, are “sustainable explorers” who have moved between continents by hitching rides on strangers’ sailboats. Planes — which emit around 90kg of CO2 per passenger per hour, depending on … Read more
The glass isn’t always greener. Thought you were being green by buying glass containers? Think again. This so-called eco-friendly vessel component is far less sustainable than people believe, according to scientists at the University of Amherst in Massachusetts. “Despite glass being idealized as being the most sustainable, other packaging types may be more sustainable,” authors … Read more
It’s the other Grubhub. Singapore’s state food agency redefined “mealworms” after approving a whopping 16 species of insects for human consumption, ranging from grasshoppers to beetle grubs. “With immediate effect, SFA (the Singapore Food Agency) will allow the import of insects and insect products belonging to species that have been assessed to be of low … Read more
Two-thirds of Americans believe sustainability should be the “default” for companies, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 general population Americans revealed that 67% believe sustainable products and services should be the standard for companies, not something they need to search for. And 44% would go so far as to remove unsustainable options from … Read more
Just 11% of Americans would give themselves an A+ for their sustainability efforts, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults looked at their sustainability habits, especially when it comes to the kitchen, and found that nearly one in four would grade themselves a C or lower (23%). Although 77% claim to make efforts … Read more
It can be difficult to balance sustainability and style, but this Earth Day, we present to you the future of fashion. Some of our best-loved brands have committed to sustainability practices that prove it’s possible to be both green and gorgeous. The following 12 products were made by responsible artists and artisans who want to … Read more
Green-collar jobs are red hot, and they aren’t just trending for Earth Day — they’re here for the long haul. According to “Accelerating the Sustainable Workforce,” a new report by Manpower Group, a global provider of workforce solutions, 70% of employers are urgently recruiting or planning to recruit talent with sustainable skills. The report points … Read more
When determining what’s the best route to your destination, there are more factors to consider than directions. Google Maps typically shows the user a variety of options based on time, cost, mode of transportation, least amount of transfers and more. On Wednesday, Google announced that Google Maps and Google Search are getting new and updated … Read more
Almost three in five Americans are taking their sustainability efforts more seriously today than they were five years ago, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults found that 41% admit that using disposable products makes them feel guilty about harming the environment. Yet, 23% admit to “always” or “often” throwing away their … Read more
Forget eating salmon, eat like a salmon. To get essential nutrients, a new study suggests that people should be eating as if they were salmon. The study, published in the journal Nature Food, found that consuming the sort of wild fish on which salmon prey, such as mackerel, herring and anchovies, could be healthier than … Read more
We’re in the pink. Korean scientists have come up with an astonishing new type of lab-grown rice — one packed with animal protein. The rose-tinted spectacle has hungry tongues wagging in the sustainable food community, after researchers successfully showed they had been able to infuse raw grains with beef and cow fat cells. The bulked … Read more
Something old, something maybe not so new, something borrowed, something green — these days, couples are swapping wedding-day opulence for eco-consciousness. “Sustainability has become an important consideration in many aspects of life, including weddings,” said Syrie Roman, the owner and creative director of Social Maven, based in Buffalo, NY. “As people have become more environmentally … Read more
McDonald’s is getting rid of one of its most recognizable utensils in a bid to become more sustainable – the hollowed-out, square-shaped McFlurry spoon. The fast-food chain said, “True McFlurry fans know the spoon doubles as a spindle, which restaurant crews use to mix the perfect amount of sweet toppings into our creamy soft serve.” However, … Read more
Greek physician and service-oriented sage Hippocrates has been quoted as saying, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” On Oct. 24, we celebrate Hippo daddy’s decree with National Food Day. Revived by The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) in 2011, National Food Day recognizes healthy, affordable and sustainable sustenance, as well … Read more
A self-proclaimed recovered fast-fashion addict has turned to thrifting to save money — and the planet. Lottie Lashley, 25, used shopping as a coping mechanism to help her settle into her first year of university. The former shopaholic from London spent her downtime scrolling through fast-fashion websites, spending about $120 a month. “I would say … Read more