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"Fast Fashion" Isn't Just Trendy and Glamorous: It Has Consequences
Blog | by Addison Del Mastro | May 12, 2013
Bangladesh is a heartbreaking reminder of the flip side of conscious consumption—and why we need to do better.
Can Investing Locally Give Us a Better Return on Our Money?
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | June 21, 2012
Is it possible to invest our money directly in our communities while also seeing a healthy monetary return? A new book says yes.
Want to Change Your Life? Change How You Consume
Blog | by Chris LaPlante | June 6, 2017
Take Back Your Time's Chris LaPlante describes the pitfalls of consumerism and explains why we can all benefit from cutting back.
America the Possible: Manifesto for a New Economy
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | September 10, 2012
Learn how transformative change can lead us beyond ruthless capitalism to a new system of political economy.
Tackling the Twin Threats of Population and Consumption: An Interview with Robert Engelman
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | February 23, 2012
The new head of Worldwatch says we need to address both population growth and rising consumption if we hope to bring about a more sustainable world.
Advertising in Schools May Be Less Lucrative Than Thought
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | February 23, 2012
A new report finds that advertising in schools poses a threat to children’s education and development and doesn’t address budget woes.
World Oceans Day: Making a Difference as a Conscious Consumer
Blog | by Terra Wellington | June 5, 2012
Taking care of the world’s marine life is something everyone can take part in. No matter where you live.
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.
Classrooms Struggling? Take SoKind to School
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | December 17, 2013
Looking for a way to give back to the classrooms that give so much to your child? Use SoKind!
21 Hours
Blog | by Erik Assadourian | May 9, 2011
The optimal length of the work week? Yes, 21 Hours.
A Roadmap to a New Economy: An Interview with Gus Speth
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | March 8, 2012
Speth talks about the need to reshape the political and economic system to work better for all Americans.
Films Explore High-Consumption Lifestyles, Sustainable Solutions
Blog | by Mark Valentine | March 13, 2012
The recent SF Green Film Festival showcased more than 40 new films on sustainability themes.
Public Energy Art Kits Push Back Against Consumerism
Blog | by Marissa Mommaerts | July 29, 2014
A new series of posters is helping illustrate the dangers of excessive consumption.
Let's Pollute!
Blog | by Erik Assadourian | May 9, 2011
Oscar-nominated "Let's Pollute!" spoofs a 1950s-style educational film, giving us information and advice on how to be better polluters. Through this clever reversal, the film holds a fire to our destructive consumer culture.
Excerpt: "Creating Community as We Grow Older"
Blog | by New Dream | November 4, 2014
Beth Baker's new book tackles the issues of community and aging in place, showing how neighbors can support one another as they grow older together.