Practical Ways You Can Spark Change

The Best and Worst Toilet Paper, Paper Towel, and Facial Tissue Brands

September 19, 2023 How-ToUnited States, CanadaCourtney 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.

How You Can Stop Global Warming

August 7, 2023 How-ToUnited StatesMelissa Denchak

Healing the planet starts in your garage, in your kitchen, and at your dining room table.

A Consumer Guide to the Inflation Reduction Act

July 20, 2023 How-ToCourtney Lindwall

Here’s how to save on electric vehicles, solar panels, heat pumps, and more via tax credits and rebates.

Purging Your Closets? Don’t Stuff All Your Old Duds Into a Trash Bag.

September 27, 2019 How-ToUnited States, San Francisco, New York City, PhiladelphiaLauren Evans

Follow these tips for donating and recycling old clothes so they’ll actually get worn again.

Green Your Halloween

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.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Most of All, Reduce.

July 31, 2018 How-ToUnited StatesMelissa Denchak

Try incorporating these small tweaks into your routine. You’ll throw out less trash, and help fight climate change at the same time.

How to Buy Good Wood

March 15, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesAmanda MacMillan

Your guide to purchasing sustainably sourced lumber and furniture.

9 Ways to Avoid Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals

January 18, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesAlexandra Zissu

Endocrine disruptors like BPA and phthalates lurk in everything from cleaning products to fragrances.

The Smart Seafood Buying Guide

August 26, 2015 How-ToUnited States, InternationalNicole Greenfield

Five ways to ensure the fish you eat is healthy for you and for the environment.