Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and celebrate abundance, yet it can also mean excess waste. This year, make simple, eco-friendly changes to reduce environmental impact while enjoying a festive ...

In 2026, I set a personal goal to buy less and choose better. This story shares what pushed me to rethink shopping, clutter, ...

Growing food in your own garden could lead to less waste in your kitchen, says April Hepokoski of Zero Waste Duluth. Planting seeds collected from last year’s garden is a great way to continue the ...

When you consider the mountain of wrapping paper, plastic forks and goody bag detritus that remain after a child’s birthday, throwing a greener party may seem as feasible as offering unicorn rides.

Dear Eartha, as the holidays roll in, it’s clear we’re dealing with a bunch of waste from gifts, decorations, and food. Any ideas on how I can waste less this holiday season? ‘Tis the season to ...

For some, minimizing food waste is a magnificent idea in theory, but it falls apart when it comes to execution. Using blemished produce? Eating the trims or scraps or peels we usually throw out? These ...

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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and celebrate abundance, yet it can also mean excess waste. This year, make simple, eco-friendly changes to reduce environmental impact while enjoying a festive ...