Break Free From the Carbon Confusion

Blog   |   by Elizabeth O'Brien   |   November 14, 2012

By doing the math for you, "How Bad Are Bananas?" can help you be more realistic—and efficient—in your eco-conscious decision making.

This Holiday Season, Rethink Your Consumption Ethic

Blog   |   by Addison Del Mastro   |   December 16, 2013

How should we redefine what it means to be a consumer this holiday season?

Living the Dream: Brooke Moore, Minimalist and No-Regrets Purger of "Stuff

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   March 25, 2016

A few trips to drop off stuff at her local thrift store became the first steps in what would become a beautiful journey to minimalist living.

Living the Dream: Psychologist and Blogger Suzita Cochran

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   April 9, 2014

Suzita Cochran's decision to choose a “time over money” lifestyle came from her work in psychology, where she learned in-depth what children need to thrive.

6 Ways I’m Having a More Wildlife-Friendly Wedding

Blog   |   by Sarah Baillie   |   February 7, 2019

A wildlife lover uses her passion for the planet—and SoKind registry—to personalize her nuptials.

Publisher's Weekly: Consumer Groups Say 'NYT' Kids Supplement Should Be Ad-Free

Blog   |   by Sara Guaglione   |   December 28, 2017

A coalition of 10 consumer groups . . .  sent a letter last week to the Times criticizing the newspaper for targeting kids with marketing.

Guest Submissions

Custom Pages   |   October 17, 2017

Question Consumption Stories Project: Submission Guidelines

Custom Pages   |   March 25, 2019

New Dream Staff Picks: Books We Love

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   April 11, 2012

New Dream staff share their picks for the most inspirational books they've read on topics of consumerism, parenting, and work-life balance.

Excerpt: The Art of Frugal Hedonism

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   March 5, 2018

Looking for a way to save money (and the world), inoculate yourself against many of the ills of modern life, and enjoy everything more? Try "frugal hedonism."

10 Great Books to Teach Your Kids About Consumerism

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   February 6, 2018

Shara Drew, the director of New Dream's Kids & Commercialism campaign, reviews two recent children’s books that deal with the topic of consumerism in a way that's impactful and fun, and also suggests eight more oldies but goodies.

Great Summer Reads: 2018 Edition

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   May 8, 2018

We asked members of our Facebook group to post a comment about a book that's inspired them to make change. Check out their responses!

About Us

About Us   |   February 28, 2018

Becoming a Teacher Made Me an Activist—and My Story Might Make You One, Too

Blog   |   by Mary-Alexis   |   November 21, 2019

Mary-Alexis hated high school when she was a student, which is exactly why she became a high school teacher. By understanding what made school so awful for her, she's learned how to better serve her students, and become an activist in the process.