All My Trash for September

All My Trash for September

I’ve been saving my trash in a “plastic audit” since October of last year. While I live a generally plastic-free lifestyle, I’m not 100% plastic free…yet. So, in an effort to get rid of the last 1% I review my trash each month. See what I learned in September.

5 Unexpected Benefits of Plastic-Free Living

5 Unexpected Benefits of Plastic-Free Living

Plastic-free living takes a bit of effort but it’s worth it. Besides the obvious of using less plastics, which means less plastic in the environment, there are many unexpected benefits. Here are five of them:

How to Freeze Foods Without Plastic

How to Freeze Foods Without Plastic

If you pop open the freezers of most people, it’s full of plastic. I get it. Plastic keeps the air out, which makes your food last longer. But there are several ways to freeze food without plastic. Here are a few.

6 Steps to Jump-Start Your Plastic-Free Kitchen

6 Steps to Jump-Start Your Plastic-Free Kitchen

Getting to a completely plastic-free kitchen can seem daunting. But taking these first steps can get you well on your way! Here are 6 steps to jump-start your plastic-free kitchen.

10 Simple Ways to Save Electricity

10 Simple Ways to Save Electricity

Conserving energy not only decreases your carbon footprint but it also saves you money! Here are 10 simple ways to save electricity.