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Christmas and being green don't often go together, we provide advice on reducing your environmental impact to be more Green for Christmas.

The holiday season has come and gone, but part of our Christmas decorations will be here forever — or at least for the next 1,000 years. Millions of candles are heading to the landfill this January, and when it comes to...

Merry Christmas, https://xrt.cfa.harvard.edu/xpow/XRT2019.pdf HT and thanks/Willie Soon

Are you searching for the perfect gift for your best friend? Or maybe you’re looking for something special for all the friends on your gift list. Either way, here are some of our favorite gifts this season that are beautiful,...

Oftentimes, choosing a gift for a significant other is the most difficult task of the holiday season. But finding a gift that is good for the planet? That’s a no-brainer. Shower the person you love with gifts (and experiences)...

Our pets are our best friends … our family. That’s why it is important to spoil your animals with eco-friendly gifts that will make them and the planet happy. From chew toys made from sustainable hemp and wool to collars...

When it comes to family, we want to offer the best of the best. The smartest way to gift high-quality gifts to your loved ones is by shopping sustainably. Eco-friendly products (and experiences) are made with love and care...

As adults, receiving gifts to adorn a home or apartment is one of the greatest joys in life. Whether you’re searching for a unique furniture piece for your parents, adorable trinkets for a friend or something extra special...

Earlier this year, Amazon announced it would be selling and shipping fresh, full-size Christmas trees this holiday season. But there is an environmental issue with the e-behemoth’s new plan — the shipping process will...

The holiday season is a time for reflection—a tradition that Italian studio thesignlab took to its literal meaning with the installation of a nativity crib clad in mirrored panels...

A glowing Christmas wonderland has popped up in Hong Kong with an inspiring environmental story. Local studio AaaM Architects transformed 16,000 recycled drink cartons into a festive Christmas tree nursery aimed at raising...

When we think of Christmas in the United States, we invariably think of Santa Claus — a man in a red suit and pointy hat with white furry trim and tall black boots, and his accessories, a bag of goodies in a sleigh pulled...

While much of the country takes a break, there are people working hard behind the scenes to keep the lights on, the traffic moving and the streets safe

Step One: Gather your materials What you'll need: Squares of felt in different colors Craft glue Embroidery floss and needle Scissors Pins Paper, pen, and ruler A beer bottle or soda can for size!   Step Two: Create...

We had to share this ambitious gingerbread masterpiece replicating in small scale Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, created by culinary artist Melodie Dearden...

Decoupage Christmas Trees What you'll need: Recycled cardboard (cereal boxes, mailers, boxes, old notebook covers) Colorful recycled papers (we used stationery and maps) Glitter Mod Podge or white glue Paintbrush Pen Scissors...

Greeting cards for birthdays and Christmas often use a lot of materials and then are binned in no time at all. Listed here are ways of cutting down the environmental drain caused by such an activity.