Whatever Happened to Waste Reduction, or Preventing Waste in the First Place?

Blog | by Kelley Dennings | January 10, 2019

Advisory Council member Kelley Dennings considers why the recycling community may be abandoning the once-worthy goal of waste reduction, and offers thoughts for refocusing these efforts.

My Attempt to 'Buy Nothing New' This October

Blog | by Anjuli Crocker | October 22, 2012

How hard is it to not buy anything new for an entire month? New Dream's AJ Crocker tries it out—and finds a world of abundance and creativity.

I'd Buy That for a Dollar!

Blog | by Addison Del Mastro | August 7, 2014

Should Detroit institute a one dollar house program?

E-Waste: What to Do With That Old Gadget

Blog | by Lisa Mastny | January 17, 2012

Now that you've upgraded, why not make the responsible choice and donate or recycle your old equipment, rather than just dumping it in the trash?

Tackling Holiday Consumerism With Creative Resistance

Blog | by Jenny Blair | December 7, 2012

A New Dreamer’s toughest challenge might be navigating the stuff-obsessed holidays. Here are some tips.

The Benefits—and Joy—of "Making Do" With What You Have

Blog | by Bea Echeverria | December 14, 2017

After moving to the U.S. from Spain, New Dreamer Bea Echevarria realized that "making do" wasn’t a coveted value for everyone. But there are many good reasons it should be.

How We Started a Holiday Share Faire to Build Local Resilience and Create Community

Blog | by Rani Jayakumar | November 17, 2017

Learn how one California group is boosting local resilience and strengthening community ties by sharing stuff, skills, memories, and stories.

Starting a Tool Library: Inspiration and Insights from Baltimore’s Station North

Blog | by John Shea and Piper Watson | March 8, 2013

An innovative new tool library is opening its doors in an urban neighborhood that's ripe for a renaissance. Here's the story of how it came about.

Making the Shift to Zero Waste Living

Blog | by Julie Fathy | February 23, 2017

A zero waste lifestyle might seem hard to implement and complicated to follow. But by taking small steps, you can make it a reality.

Love in the Time of Coronavirus

Blog | by Dyaami | March 23, 2020

In the time of coronavirus, we may find that we have a lot more to give to others when we give love to ourselves.

NPR's On Point: No-Gift Christmas Advocates Say That's a Wrap on Presents Under the Tree

Blog | December 20, 2018

The joy of a no-gift Christmas. Don’t blame the Grinch. Real people are pushing back against presents and advocating for new traditions. Featuring special guest Guinevere Higgins, director of strategic partnerships for New Dream.

Living the Dream: Part-timer Sarah Lakeman

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | October 9, 2017

By cutting back her work hours, Sarah was able to make more time for her family and community—and to live true to her values.

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