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Downsizing Stuff, Super-sizing Life
Blog | by Jenna Brown | April 14, 2014
Jenna Brown's journey from suburban housewife to downsized city dweller—and tips for doing it yourself!
Excerpt from the New "Hands Free Mama" Book
Blog | by Sarah Baird | January 22, 2014
An excerpt from Rachel Macy Stafford's new "Hands Free Mama" book.
Embrace the Risk: Shop With Recycled Containers
Blog | by Jake Giessman | October 15, 2012
Want to reduce your plastic packaging waste? Consider bringing your own recycled containers when you go to the food store.
Five Years After Banning Outdoor Ads, Brazil's Largest City Is More Vibrant Than Ever
Blog | by Amy Curtis | December 8, 2011
In São Paolo, the removal of logos and slogans exposed previously overlooked architecture, revealing a rich urban beauty that was long hidden.
Learning to "Share" for a More Cooperative Future
Blog | by Jennifer Prediger | December 1, 2011
At SHARE New York, participants came together to talk about turning economic disillusionment into something more productive.
Leading by Example: Lessons Learned from the Eugene CommunityShare Workshop
Blog | by Anna Awimbo | July 11, 2014
Oregon is full of people bringing their communities to life through the Sharing Economy.
My Story: Tips and Tricks for Hosting an Alternative Gift Fair
Blog | by Jenn Knepper | September 3, 2014
Want to learn how to host an alternative gift fair? Start here.
Living the Dream: Planetwalker John Francis
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | September 19, 2013
John Francis gave up motorized transportation for 22 years. His next journey? Public service and teaching others.
Living the Dream: Shayna Gladstone
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | May 23, 2014
Gladstone is the founder of Project Nuevo Mundo, an online platform seeking to catalyze planetary regeneration and individual transformation.
Treat Yourself to a Less Wasteful, More Meaningful Halloween
Blog | by Amy Curtis | October 19, 2011
Learn how you can experience a magically spooky Halloween night without all the shopping, sugar, and excess waste.
Creating a Guilt-Free Table
Blog | by Terra Wellington | January 9, 2013
No matter the extent of your choices, any guilt-free addition to your table is a win-win for you and the planet.
Say "No!" to Plastic: Choosing Mind-Boosting Toys for Children
Blog | by Daria M. Brezinski | December 9, 2013
Use this litmus test to choose purchases and activities that enhance both creativity and intelligence in kids.
Cleaning Green Below Your Means
Blog | by Kim | February 17, 2009
Bikes, E-Waste, Petlessness, Oh My! Reflections from Portland
Blog | by Erik Assadourian | September 30, 2011
This week I had the opportunity to visit Portland, and it was refreshing to see so many efforts to grow a sustainable culture wafting out of the Rose City. There were some scary trends oozing out from there as well. But let’s start with the positive: