Green Lifestyle & Self-sufficiency

Ecosystems require balance to survive, and when that balance is compromised, disaster can befall the whole system. To keep a balance in our global ...

Pam Powell, owner of Salad Girl Organic Dressings (saladgirl.com), shares her best 140 seasonal salad and dressing recipes loaded with fresh organi...

When picking out a home, there are a number of aspects to keep in mind: location, size, and layout. One issue that many people neglect is energy co...

We once disposed of our dead in earth-friendly ways—no chemicals, biodegradable containers, dust to dust. But over the last 150 years death care ha...

While the debate over our changing environment rages on, one thing remains clear: being green is a hot topic—socially, politically, and economicall...

Grow it, cook it, eat it! From the vegetable patch to the dinner table Put off by the origin-unknown, not-so-fresh, pesticide-laden offerings at t...

The author of Ecothrifty shows you how to life more self-sufficiently with her guide to modern homesteading―no farm required. Food recalls, dubious...

To make an impact in Sustainability, eight strangers from around the world attempt to set four Guinness World Records on electric vehicles by provi...

"Eve’s brave and honest experiment reveals the shocking impact of the throwaway society we’ve become and at the same time showing small ways we can...

Press your own right at home – homemade oils for cooking and health. The Complete Guide to Seed and Nut Oils is a comprehensive, beautifully illust...

Create a happy, beautiful and eco-friendly homeHaving a happy, healthy home is a key part of our wellbeing, but how do we ensure the pursuit of our...

Celebrate Christmas the zero-waste way with these crafty solutions for everything from Christmas tree decorations to advent calendars. The zero-was...

Many natural building methods rely upon the use of post and beam frame structures that are then in-filled with straw, cob, cordwood, or more conven...

It's time to make money and give a damn You give a damn, right? You want your money to do good, but your pension is riddled with oil and defen...

**A new edition of How to Go Vegan -- updated for Veganuary 2022**GOING VEGAN IS EASY!Whether you're already a full-time vegan, considering making ...

The joy and wonder of a garden-inspired lifestyle is captured in this colorfully photographed, through-the-seasons sourcebook filled with recipes, ...

Find happiness in the natural world, be fully present where you are and free yourself from the expectations of others. ...

Braided rugs are like family quilts – each strip of cloth comes from a cast-off garment and tells a story all its own. Piecing the rug together is...

Living and travelling in converted vehicles has become increasingly popular in the UK in recent years and the coronavirus pandemic has only increas...

Food preservation is one of the most intimidating aspects of homesteading, yet one of the most important. Although there is a plethora of websites,...

From choosing environmentally friendly diapers to identifying the hidden toxins in children’s food, cribs, car seats, and toys, Green Mama discusse...

“I wish I’d known that when I was pregnant!”It’s a feeling all parents know: wanting to keep our children safe and thriving in an ever-changing wor...