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6 Ways to Resist Kid-Targeted Advertising (and Save the Planet!)
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | December 30, 2015
Today’s consumer culture encourages materialistic values. Learn ways to fight back!
6 Things You Should Be Thinking About This Earth Day, But May Not Be
Blog | by Wendy Philleo | April 12, 2012
This April 22, we can all take steps to reduce our environmental impact. But there are some other important topics that you may not be thinking about.
It's Time for Millennium Consumption Goals
Blog | by Erik Assadourian | April 22, 2011
The Millennium Consumption Goals are moving forward—and thanks to all the great comments we received, they’re getting more nuanced too!
Strategies for a New Economy: 10 Takeaways for All Americans
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | June 21, 2012
Is it possible to create an economy that prioritizes both human well-being and Earth’s natural systems? The movement has already begun.
How to Hook Kids into Civic Engagement
Blog | by Suzita Cochran | October 19, 2016
Looking for a way to get your kids more involved in the community? There's an easy place to start.
Challenge Toolkit: Build Connections
Custom Pages | February 14, 2018
New Dream's work continues in new and important ways
Blog | September 30, 2020
Question Consumption
Campaigns | October 25, 2018
Great Summer Reads: Recommendations from New Dream's Board
Blog | by New Dream | June 18, 2013
We asked our Board members for their favorite recent books on consumerism, community, and more. Check out their diverse and inspiring picks.
Why I Decided to Share—and Eventually Sell—My Car
Blog | by Amanda Eaken | February 16, 2015
A San Francisco resident and mom is about to give up her family car in pursuit of a more sustainable, simple lifestyle. Here, she tells her tale.
Does Your Town Need a Happiness Initiative?
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | November 17, 2011
What if you could accurately measure the happiness of your community based on parameters like physical health, material well-being, and time balance?
Want to Give ONE Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving?
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | December 10, 2013
Make it an attractive reusable water bottle. Here are our top seven reasons why—some of which may surprise you.
America the Possible: A Manifesto, Part II
Blog | by James Gustave Speth | July 2, 2012
We need a compelling vision for a new future, a vision of a better country—America the Possible—that is still within our power to reach.
How Sara Day Evans Is Working With Local Businesses and Growers to “Accelerate Appalachia” in an Equitable and Regenerative Way
Blog | by New Dream | March 19, 2019
In this interview, Sara Day provides her thoughts on the connections between agriculture, equity, and consumption—and what we can do, as individuals and communities, to tackle these important issues.
New "Green" Films You Won't Want to Miss
Blog | by Mark Valentine | June 14, 2013
New Dream shares highlights from the recent San Francisco Green Film Festival.