How to Pick a Great Used Bicycle

Bicycles are perhaps the greenest mode of mechanical transportation — and a good one needn’t cost a fortune. Here’s how to identify a great used bike.

The Simple Secret to Making a Greener World

Policy will help. Technology will help. There are many tools which can help forge a greener world. But the most important one isn’t something you can buy at the store.

Three Gas-Free, Earth Friendly Lawn Mowers

That noisy, gas-guzzling mower in your garage spews more pollution in an hour than 40 autos. If you want your lawn to be deep-down green, take a look at these eco-friendly alternatives.

The Dirty Dozen: 12 Products You Should Avoid

Greener living is all about making small, positive changes each day. And sometimes, it’s about setting aside unhealthy or resource-hogging products. Here are twelve to avoid.

Five Reasons Not to Drink Bottled Water

Bottled water is healthy water, right? In fact, most bottled water actually comes from a tap. And there nothing healthy about plastic waste.

How to Live With CFLs

By now, everyone has heard about CFLs. But they’re not direct replacements for incandescent bulbs, not matter what the marketing says. Here’s how to use them successfully.

Ten First Steps Toward Lighter Living

Ready to start living a greener lifestyle? Not sure where to start? Here are ten easy steps to get you underway.