Knowing my propensity to over-research consumer products, sometimes a friend or family member will call me to ask my advice about a par...

School's out and that means that my kids are spending a lot more time in our backyard. I am a big fan of outdoor play for kids and...

Get Rid of Stuff Before spring cleaning is the perfect time to ruthlessly eliminate clutter, since deep cleaning often involves movi...

Today's Easy Eco-tip:  Use bar soap instead of liquid soap. Give bars a chance. For several years now,  body wash has outst...

1. Switch to cloth napkins. Not ready to commit to a paperless kitchen? Still in love with paper towels? Just try switching to cloth n...

Dear Readers, Help me out. I really want to compost. I feel guilt every time I toss watermelon rinds and carrot peelings in the trash....

We purchased a home a little over a year ago. And with that home I inherited yet another batch of junk mail. Some days the mail box was j...

Getting ready to plant a fruitless olive tree so I don't have to stare at my backyard neighbor's second-floor balcony all day. ...

About a year ago, my husband and I purchased a home that needed some remodeling. I'm no green building expert. I'm just an eco...