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.

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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.

A Consumer Guide to the Inflation Reduction Act

October 24, 2022 How-ToCourtney Lindwall

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

How to Ditch the Biggest Fossil Fuel Offenders in Your Life

May 18, 2022 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.

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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.

9 Tricks That Save Tons of Water

January 5, 2016 How-ToUnited States

So you’ve stopped doing half loads of laundry and running the faucet when you brush your teeth. Great! Did you know about all these other ways you can avoid wasting hundreds of gallons of water a day?

8 Ways to Attract Bees and Butterflies

December 31, 2015 How-ToUnited StatesAlexandra Zissu

Be a good neighbor to struggling pollinators by turning your outdoor space into a safe haven.

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.

5 Tips for Buying Better Beef

August 21, 2015 How-ToUnited StatesKim Castleberry

How to decode all those labels, find responsible producers, and help force change in the beef-production industry through the power of your dollars.

Ask These 5 Questions Before Buying Produce

August 13, 2015 How-ToUnited StatesShanti Menon

To make sure that that kale is good for you and the environment, you should really get to know it better.

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.

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