Now you know what a scoby is, but you still need to get one before you can start brewing kombucha at home. Getting your first scoby might seem like an intimidating process, but it’s actually a lot easier than you might think. There are a handful of methods to getting or growing a scoby, with […]
By buying undergarments from brands with a proven sustainability record, you’re buying more than appearances: you’re investing in your personal comfort and health, planetary well-being, and workers’ rights. This often translates to spending a little more money upfront, but it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are the top reasons why switching to sustainable […]
When it comes to changing your habits in order to lead a more sustainable life, there are few things you can do that are as effective as changing your relationship with fashion, which means seeking out fashion that is ethical and sustainable while avoiding fashion that is unethical and unsustainable… Read More With many consumers […]
First things first, let’s set the record straight: e-bikes are an environmentally-sound choice of transportation. If you’ve read our article on the hierarchy of sustainable transportation, you may have noticed an interesting thing: e-bikes are at the top of the list. But hold on a minute, you might say. How is it possible that e-bikes […]
The fashion industry is notoriously unsustainable, but that doesn’t mean your closet has to be, too. That said, greening your closet can be a daunting task… Read More Selling used clothes is easier than ever to do. Plus, not only does selling your old clothes support a circular, sustainable economy, but it also allows you […]
When it comes to building out a sustainable yet fashionable closet, there’s nothing quite as important as the intimates that you don daily. Like eating a healthy diet, choosing sustainable and ethical brands of underwear can have a positive impact on both the planet and your health… Read More
Composting has a range of benefits–for yourself, and for the planet. While composting alone won’t eliminate food waste (in order for that to happen there needs to be widespread policy change), it’s a step in the right direction. Plus, it embodies what we’re all about here at This Green Lifestyle: taking realistically small steps towards […]
Water: an essential building block of life that makes up 60% of the human body and about 71% of the earth’s surface. And yet, we often take for granted that water is one of the healthiest and cheapest sources of hydration. Not to mention, when compared to other hydration options such as sodas, plain tap […]
Historically, nut milks have been around for centuries. As far back as the eight century, the medieval European Moors described milk made from the almonds imported from the Middle East. So although the dairy industry would prefer to keep a monopoly on the word “milk,” it’s working against centuries of linguistic history! Is plant milk […]
When it comes to changing your habits in order to lead a more sustainable life, there are few things you can do that are as effective as changing your relationship with fashion, which means seeking out fashion that is ethical and sustainable while avoiding fashion that is unethical and unsustainable… Read More With many consumers […]