Lifestyle
How To Compost In a Small Space
Composting is a simple way to reduce your carbon footprint and food waste. You don’t have to live in a house or even have a yard, either. Here’s how to compost in a small space with three easy options. Like writing a thank you note or going to the dentist, composting has always felt like […]
9 Zero- & Low-Alcohol Spirits for Buzz-Free Imbibing
Ditch the booze and opt for a healthier, alcohol-free cocktail, aperitif, or glass of wine that tastes as good as the real thing. My pandemic drinking habits have oscillated wildly. From the month I got way, WAY too deep into the art of cocktail making, to a self-enforced stint of cold turkey. Turns out — […]
How To Design an Eco-Friendly Kids Room
From cribs and furniture to organic and recycled materials, we’re sharing our tips for creating a healthy, eco-friendly kids room. Whether they’re expecting for the first time or already have a home full of little ones, parents spend a lot of energy picking out the safest products for their kids. From car seats to toys, […]
8 Fun Ways to Celebrate Dad
From camping and beer tasting to backyard lawn games, spend a sustainable Father’s Day making memories with Dad. Moms deserve a lot of love, but we owe dads some appreciation, too. Who else will take you out for ice cream just because, learn to braid your hair for picture day, challenge you to an epic […]
The Do’s and Don'ts Of Sustainable Interior Design
Three sustainable interior design professionals share how to create beautiful, eco-friendly spaces in your home by upcycling, looking for vintage goods, and sourcing locally. Sustainable interior design can be hard to nail down. One misstep and you’ve chosen the wrong couch, a weird area rug, or painted half a room before realizing the color isn’t […]
The Businesses Championing Climate Change Legislation
Avocado is proud to be a member of Ceres, an organization that uses its powerful networks to transform the economy to build a just and sustainable future for people and the planet. On May 12, six people logged on to a Zoom call. They represented an enormous commercial impact in the state of New Jersey: […]
Why the MADE SAFE® Logo Matters
MADE SAFE is a nonprofit organization that makes it easy to find safe, non-toxic products you and your family can feel good about using. This is the latest in our ‘What It Means’ series, where we unpack the meaning and value behind important sustainability concepts. You don’t have to search hard to find harmful or […]
A Sustainable Alternative To Bouquets: Dried Floral Arrangements
More sustainable than traditional bouquets, a DIY dried floral arrangement lasts longer and is easier on the planet. Here’s how to make your own. Every May, I head down to the local florist to peruse the stunning flowers bathing in tall, black bins (I especially love gazing at the fresh arrangements keeping cool in the […]