How much of what we consume began its life as a tree? Are paper products more or less sustainable than cotton? What are the real costs associated with both paper and cotton? This article does the deep dive and compares the upfront and long term costs of both paper and cotton.

From the practical, to the transformational, to the communal—our kitchens can be sites where we practice the kind of self and community care that makes a difference in a world that needs to change. Nourish the body and soul, support the environment, save money, unplug from screens, and build community. That's the power of the kitchen.

Here’s how a simple cotton coffee filter can make your French press coffee smoother, cleaner, and healthier.

It’s summer and the gardens are thirsty. They love water, of course. But they also love an occassional tall glass of herbal tea. Only, instead of brewing up some campomile or mint, try making tea for your garden by brewing compost. This “compost tea” will boost your soil and fortify your garden. And it’s not nearly as messy as it sounds. We’ll show you how.

Bees and other pollinators make your coffee possible—and most of your food as well. Learn how pollinators support food systems, and how you can help protect them naturally.