Practical Ways You Can Spark Change

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.

Learn to Spot Greenwashing

February 9, 2023 How-ToUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall

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

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.

5 Ways City Dwellers Can Spur Climate Action

April 7, 2022 How-ToUnited StatesDanna Walker

Because of their massive environmental footprints, urban areas can play a huge role in curbing climate change. Ask these five questions of local leaders to see if your city is up to snuff.

Climate Action Starts in Your Own Hometown

April 15, 2021 How-ToUnited StatesJenny Shalant

Turn your city into a climate sanctuary, lobby your elected officials, and try out these other ways to make change globally by acting locally.

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.

Green Your School

August 28, 2018 How-ToUnited StatesCorey Binns

Eight ways to help your district’s students and parents be better environmental citizens.

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.

Stocking a Kid-Friendly, Nontoxic Kitchen

January 2, 2018 How-ToMolly M. Ginty

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

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.

How to Be an Eco-Friendly Pet Owner

November 28, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesLiz Krieger

Caring for your pet while caring for the planet is about more than buying recycled toys and organic dog food.

Recycling: Beyond the Bin

March 16, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesMelissa Denchak

We've made huge strides in keeping the things we throw away out of landfills. Here's how you can take recycling to the next level—at home, at work, and in your community.

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.

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.

Nontoxic Ways to Protect Your Pet

January 22, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesKaren L. Smith-Janssen

How to find family-friendly flea and tick products that will provide effective care without skull-and-crossbones ingredients.

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.

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.

10 Ways to Reduce Plastic Pollution

January 5, 2016 How-ToUnited StatesSarah Engler

Help keep our marine life from eating and swimming in garbage.

4 Ways to Avoid Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging

August 12, 2015 How-ToUnited StatesPerrin Ireland

Despite what the industry will tell you, BPA is toxic. NRDC scientist Veena Singla wants it—and its equally poisonous replacements—out of our products.