During the holiday season, Americans generate 25% more trash than usual. This excess litter can end up washed into storm drains and eventually make its …
World Wildlife Conservation Day 2024
December 4 is World Wildlife Conservation Day, which is dedicated to raising awareness about the critical threats that wildlife face, including extinction, trafficking, and poaching. …
Low Waste Gift Giving: Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Store-Bought Presents
Sometimes, the most meaningful gifts aren’t found on store shelves. This holiday season, discover five eco-friendly gift ideas that will help you celebrate sustainably while …
5 Creative Ways to Use the Insides of a Pumpkin
Did you know that Hawaiʻi residents pay some of the highest grocery prices in the nation, yet still throw away about 237,000 tons of food …
DIY Garment Bags: Extend the Life of Your Clothes
We’ve all heard the term “fast fashion” – the production of inexpensive, trendy clothing designed to keep up with the ever-changing consumer demand (Good On …
Celebrate National Book Month
Reading is an essential skill that influences almost every aspect of our daily life. It’s how we learn, gather information, and entertain ourselves — from …
Eco-Friendly Travel Tips
Do you have a trip coming up? Traveling, whether it’s a staycation at home or a trip abroad, can generate a lot of waste, which …
Dive into Storm Water Science with Fun, Educational Resources
School is back in session! Expand on your STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) curriculum with engaging resources from the Hawaii Department of Transportation’s Storm …
Turning Veggie Scraps into Stock
The term “food waste” is used to describe any loss of edible food anywhere along the food chain. This includes food that is wasted due …
How to Host a Low-Waste Party
The production, widespread distribution, and use of single-use plastics is a serious environmental concern. Because single-use plastics are so easily discarded, they often end up …