Practical Ways You Can Spark Change

Fighting Phthalates

April 20, 2022 How-ToUnited StatesShelia Hu, Olivia Koski

These harmful chemicals are lurking in countless products, but companies don’t have to tell us which ones. Follow these tips to reduce your exposure.

How to Keep the Environment in Mind While You Stay Home

April 6, 2020 How-ToUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall

COVID-19 has upended daily life. Here are some small steps you can take to help make your time spent indoors cleaner, calmer, and greener.

How to Protect Your Property—and Our Planet—from Harmful Wildfire

September 25, 2018 How-ToUnited States, WestJillian Mackenzie

Fire-wise tips for your home, your garden beds, the fence line, and that marshmallow roast you’re planning.

Stocking a Kid-Friendly, Nontoxic Kitchen

January 2, 2018 How-ToUnited StatesMolly M. Ginty

Avoid harmful pesticides, preservatives, and other unhealthy additives—especially when you’re feeding growing bodies.

Banishing the Climate Change Blues

August 29, 2017 How-ToUnited StatesJenny Shalant

Anxious about where our planet is headed? Tip one: You’re not alone—and that means a lot.

Climate Change Is In the Air

July 11, 2017 How-ToUnited States, JacksonMolly M. Ginty

As rising carbon emissions boost smog and pollen production, even breathing can be a challenge. Here’s what you can do to help clear the air.

Get the Dirt on Nontoxic Spring Cleaning

March 9, 2017 How-ToUnited StatesClara Chaisson

Your vacuum and a damp rag can get you pretty far. All those bottles under the sink are another story.

Building a Healthy Home

November 22, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesMelissa Denchak

Questionable chemicals lurk in many common home-renovation materials. But safer alternatives do exist.

Cómo controlar las sabandijas sin recurrir a venenos peligrosos

March 16, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesMolly M. Ginty

Evitar plagas no tiene que poner en riesgo la salud de la familia.

Control Household Pests Without Scary Poisons

March 16, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesMolly M. Ginty

How to get rid of bugs and vermin without putting your own family’s health at risk.

How to Protect Yourself From Outdoor Air Pollutants

March 15, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesAmanda MacMillan

Every time you go outside, you may be inhaling harmful chemicals. But don't hold your breath. Just use your head.

Green Your Dry Cleaning Routine

March 14, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesStarre Vartan

Chemicals used to clean clothes can be toxic—and expensive. One thing they’re not? Necessary.

Guía sobre el mercurio

March 10, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesShanti Menon

Consejos a tener en mente para evitar la exposición al mercurio, desde el sushi hasta las caries.

Mercury Guide

March 10, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesShanti Menon

Whether you're getting dental fillings or ordering sushi, keep these tips in mind to avoid exposure.

Cómo enfrentar la amenaza de fractura hidráulica en tu comunidad

January 27, 2016 How-ToUnited States, New YorkAlexandra Zissu

La clave para formar una buena oposición contra las compañías petroleras y compañías de gas natural está en organizarse bien en tres frentes principales.

How to Block Big Polluters

January 27, 2016 How-ToUnited States

A step-by-step guide to protecting your community from dirty development projects.

How to Tackle Fracking in Your Community

January 27, 2016 How-ToUnited States, New YorkAlexandra Zissu

Stand up to oil and natural gas companies using this three-pronged approach.

Seis maneras de mantener nuestras aguas limpias

January 5, 2016 How-ToUnited States

Todos podemos ayudar a evitar la contaminación del agua y la escorrentía.

6 Ways You Can Help Keep Our Water Clean

January 5, 2016 How-ToUnited States

Quick and easy things you can do to reduce water pollution and runoff.

How to Buy a Safer Sofa

January 5, 2016 How-ToUnited States, CaliforniaAlexandra Zissu

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