A Picnic in a (Biodegradable) Box
October 16, 2013
Theme-based Boxsal picnic sets utilize post-consumer recycled cardboard and compostable dinnerware.
Rachel Tardif
Rachel Tardif is a freelance writer and editor based in Houston. She writes regularly about green topics far and wide, from recycling and bioplastics, to sustainable construction and organic farming. As something of a wayward scientist, Rachel is interested in spreading the word about new green technologies and helping people better understand the importance of living sustainably.
In her free time, Rachel enjoys hunting for great outdoor spaces in concrete-covered Houston and volunteering with local environmental organizations.
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Tricky Recyclables: Polystyrene
October 16, 2013
Lots of facilities are capable of processing #6 plastics, but few want to take on the hassle of transporting and processing bulky foams.
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Texas’ Big New Landfill (and What it Means for Our Waste Habits)
June 21, 2013
A new landfill in a remote part of Texas debuts with a 100-year capacity. Does this send the wrong message about throwing waste into the trashcan?
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The Lexicon of Sustainability
May 6, 2013
The Lexicon of Sustainability program is defining what it means to farm sustainably by creating a common language for anyone wanting to have a real discussion about sustainability.
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Celebrating Earth Day 2013 in the San Antonio Area
April 18, 2013
San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country offer plenty of Earth Day events.
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Celebrating Earth Day 2013 in Austin, TX
April 17, 2013
Texas’ capital city is rife with Earth Day events, including those focusing on green education, recycling and environmentally minded nonprofits.
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Celebrating Earth Day 2013 in Dallas/Fort Worth
April 16, 2013
The Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex will host a number of green events leading up to Earth Day on April 22.
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Celebrating Earth Day 2013 in Houston
April 16, 2013
The Houston area is home to a number of unique Earth Day events for the whole family.
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Turning Household Waste into Mulch
March 29, 2013
Reusing your food and yard waste can make for some excellent, rich soil to use in your home garden.
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Cradle-to-Grave Sportswear: PUMA’s Bring Me Back Program
March 22, 2013
In-store apparel recycling and a new line of recycled, recyclable clothing and shoes has PUMA thinking green.