disposable packaging

How Eco-Friendly Is Online Shopping?

Posted by Su Avasthi on November 26, 2007 - 8:30am.

On Cyber Monday or any other day, is online shopping better for the planet than driving to stores to buy gifts that've already been shipped there?


Free Lunch, But at What Cost?

Posted by Belinda Miller on August 15, 2007 - 3:08am.

Turns out there is such thing as a free lunch, but it's poorly packaged and not very nutritious.



The Women Behind Waste-Free Lunches

The Women Behind Waste-Free LunchesPosted by Belinda Miller on May 25, 2007 - 8:14am.

"Why can't I have Lunchables?"

Even though my daughter is only 2 ½, I can almost hear the wailing begin. As a parent, trying to cut down on disposable packaging can be a trying task. With all the "cool" (read "wasteful, unhealthful") stuff on the grocery store shelves strategically aimed at kids, the teachable moments are many. A kid's desire and elemental reasoning can be mortal enemies.



Crimes of Packaging

Posted by Su Avasthi on May 13, 2007 - 7:24pm.

Packaging abuses are everywhere. What's the worst example that you've come across lately?



Make a Clean Sweep

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If you don’t use it, then lose it! The Zen Organizer Regina Leeds explains why getting rid of the old is the smartest thing you can do this spring.

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