Greenwashing: What It Is and How to Avoid It

By: Denali Selent Being a consumer in today’s world can be a confusing and overwhelming time. We are constantly bombarded with media, advertisements and social media posts telling us to “buy this”, “shop here” or “support this brand”. And to add another dimension of confusion, the environmentally conscious shopper, often wanting to put his or … More Greenwashing: What It Is and How to Avoid It

Roses Are Red for the Wrong Reasons

By: Brandi Young Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays, so during my research investigating the environmental impacts of the season, I hoped I wouldn’t find anything shocking. Unfortunately, that is not the case. As with all other holidays, although the sentiments involved may be honest, they cause massive amounts of waste.  With Valentine’s … More Roses Are Red for the Wrong Reasons

Joy to the Earth: 7 Ways to Be Gentler on the Environment This Holiday Season

By: Denali Selent With the holidays just around the corner, it’s easy to slip up when it comes to making conscientious and eco-friendly decisions. The not-so-merry-and-bright side to the holidays includes increased waste production, high emissions of greenhouse gases and a plethora of other issues. However, you don’t need to sacrifice the joys of the … More Joy to the Earth: 7 Ways to Be Gentler on the Environment This Holiday Season