To Succeed, the New Economy Needs the Left, Right, Center—and God

Blog   |   by Emilie Dubois   |   July 24, 2012

Who wouldn’t want to live in a place where warmer, gentler versions of economic exchange are the norm? But it's still a hard sell for America.

Calculating the Savings in Growing Your Own Food

Blog   |   by Dawn Handschuh   |   September 22, 2011

Growing our own food offers multiple benefits—for our health, our taste buds, and our pocketbook. So how much money are we actually saving?

Aloe Blacc Bucks Trend of Hip Hop Opulence

Blog   |   by Amy Curtis   |   June 7, 2011

Blacc's new album, Good Things, has been climbing the charts. But "Mr. Frugal" is not your typical hip hop artist.

300 Years of Fossil Fuels in 300 Seconds

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   May 9, 2011

A great visualization of the past 300 years of fossil fuel use in just 300 seconds. That's about as concise as you're gonna get.

Shipping Container Homes: An Easier Way of Life?

Blog   |   by Taraneh Arhamsadr   |   April 27, 2015

Learn more about what's driving the latest "tiny" home craze.

How Play Paves the Way for Young Leaders

Blog   |   by Aislinn Pluta   |   March 17, 2015

"PopUpPlay" helps youth and adults alike nurture their curiosity, and play.

7 Fun Ways to Bring More Meaning to Valentine’s Day

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   February 12, 2014

Looking for a way to move beyond candy hearts? Check out our seven ways to make Valentine's Day more meaningful.

Bottled Water-Free Holidays: A First Step in Kicking the Bottled Water Habit

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   December 3, 2015

Trying to find a way to wean yourself off the bottle? Why not start with a holiday pledge.

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Product

Blog   |   by Dave Evans   |   June 9, 2016

There are a few key things you can look for to give you a better idea of what kind of company you are supporting with your wallet.

Reusable Moving Bins: Save a Tree When You're on the Move

Blog   |   by Kim   |   January 22, 2009

Top 6 Ways to Simplify and Enjoy Your Holidays

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   November 17, 2015

For a holiday season focused on "more of what matters," check out our six favorite simplifying tips.

How to Pay for the Kids College and Save the Environment

Blog   |   by Christopher   |   July 8, 2009

How to Ask for the Gifts You Really Want This Holiday Season

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   November 19, 2015

Do you get too much "stuff" over the holidays? Here are three ways that New Dreamers have transformed their gift-giving traditions.

Happiness and the New Simplicity: The Living Room Revolution of Community

Blog   |   by Cecile Andrews   |   July 23, 2013

Cecile Andrews explains how the cure to so many of our problems, particularly consumerism, is more community.

Get Real: What Kind of World Are You Buying?

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   June 17, 2011

This teen-friendly manifesto reveals what you're really buying when you spend your money on a burger or a cell phone, and points the way to better choices.