Practical Ways You Can Spark Change

Learn how to become a savvier consumer and an effective environmental and public health advocate with these toolkits and how-tos.

Featured How-Tos & Toolkits

May 4, 2026 How-ToUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall

Here are some high-impact ways to reduce your personal use of oil and gas and gain a little energy independence.

December 3, 2025 How-ToCanada, United StatesCourtney Lindwall

Tissue paper production is taking a devastating toll on forests. NRDC’s newest Issue with Tissue report can help you find earth-friendly brands.

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June 16, 2025 How-ToUnited StatesAlexandra Zissu, Shelia Hu

Los interruptores endocrinos, como el BPA y los ftalatos, se encuentran en todo, desde productos de limpieza hasta fragancias.

June 16, 2025 How-ToUnited StatesAlexandra Zissu, Shelia Hu

Endocrine disruptors like PFAS, BPA, and phthalates lurk in everything from cleaning products to dust bunnies.

February 9, 2023 How-ToUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall

It’s tricky to separate flimsy promises from what’s actually environmentally friendly. We can help.

October 9, 2018 How-ToUnited StatesClara Chaisson

Five ways to indulge your sweet tooth and your spooky side without a whole lot of waste or frightful chemicals.

January 31, 2017 How-ToUnited States, InternationalMelissa Denchak

Is shopping online or in-store better for the environment? It depends—on you.

January 5, 2016 How-ToUnited States, CaliforniaAlexandra Zissu

Finding upholstered furniture free of harmful flame retardants is as easy as 1, 2, 3.