3 simple sustainable tips to save money during quarantine Since most of us are self quarantining at home at this time, spending more time at home can surprisingly cost a lot more money than you think. All the activities we are doing to keep us busy can cost a lot so here are 3 really […]
General Sustainability
5 ways to reduce your water consumption
While we’re all at home more than we usually find ourselves, we might find that some of our monthly bills are rising, and that includes our water usage. Sometimes it can be difficult to understand the magnitude of water consumption, whereas purchasing items that don’t use plastic is a more visible and tangible experience. […]
How to Grocery Shop Safely During the Coronavirus Outbreak
The city of Austin and Travis County and many other cities have issued new shelter-in-place orders that extend through May 8. These orders will go into effect following the expiration of the area’s current stay home orders at 11:59 p.m. on April 13. Here are some tips for safe grocery shopping during quarantine. If you […]
Simple tricks for proper recycling
So, you haven’t reached your life goal of becoming 100% zero waste- and that’s OK. There are certain materials that are an inevitable part of life, so let’s do our part to make sure they are being disposed of properly. With these tricks, you’ll have a good understanding of how to recycle correctly. Know your […]
5 Ways to Live Sustainably during Quarantine
With stay-at-home orders and self-quarantining around the country, there’s no doubt that people are starting to go a little crazy. However, this is a time that we can improve our global awareness and eco-consciousness through our lifestyle habits. By changing little things in your home and life, you can start living green! Here are five […]
5 easy tips to start a zero waste lifestyle
Has starting a zero waste lifestyle ever crossed your mind? If so, now is the perfect time to start. Many of us are spending the majority of our time at home because of COVID-19 and with this time we can brainstorm ideas on how to start the zero waste lifestyle you’ve always wanted to try. […]
Organizing your food and kitchen for COVID-19
Chances are, you went out to your grocery store and stocked up on ingredients and food during the COVID-19 pandemic. You also might have more food and ingredients than you realize. Here are some tips to help you organize your kitchen during the pandemic: Keep the same food and ingredients together. Sort the spices, sides, […]
Tips on Sustainable Eating
Tips for Sustainable Eating: Unless you have a garden in your backyard the best way to support the benefits of living sustainably is to eat sustainably. Here are some tips to help you get an idea to get started. Grow something. It could be in your backyard, in a small pot, on a patio, or a […]
Living sustainably on a budget
In our last blog post, we talked about some easy things you can do when you’re trying to live a more sustainable lifestyle. But if you’re a college student or recent grad who is looking for a few more things you can do while you’re living on a limited income, here’s a list to get […]
What it means to live sustainably
Leading a sustainable lifestyle has never been more important with the current social and ecological damage produced by climate change. But some might not know what sustainability actually means. To sum it up shortly, sustainability is the lifestyle practice that uses as few of Earth’s natural resources as possible. This practice also includes reducing our […]