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Clothing rental services promise a sustainable alternative to fast fashion. Experts say it depends

Clothing rental services are often marketed as a more sustainable alternative to fast fashion. The subscription-based services allow consumers to rent and return outfits instead of buying new clothes.

 

Parking lots get hot and are bad for storm runoff. These groups are testing other options

Cities and other groups around the U.S. are using alternatives to traditional asphalt lots in order beat the heat and curb water runoff — especially as climate change worsens.

 

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How you store produce can make it last longer

How you store produce can make a major difference in how long it lasts. Factors like moisture, temperature and airflow affect how quickly food spoils.

 

You can put beef tallow and salmon sperm on your face. But should you?

Animal-derived skin care products are gaining popularity, from salmon sperm facials to moisturizers made with beef tallow — the fat around a cow’s internal organs.

 

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You aren’t the only one who just sits in the car before or after a long day

Pausing to decompress in a parked car can help you reset, if you keep a few things in mind. That temporary pause can act as a buffer between one part of the day and the next.

 

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How refill stores are changing the way we reduce waste

Refilling a bottle instead of throwing it away has become a popular way for people to reduce waste — a small, tangible action in response to larger environmental problems.

 

What if just 1 in 10 people changed how they eat, drive, heat or shop?

Everyday lifestyle choices can add up to significant climate impact when even a small share of the population makes them.

 

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Why your holiday gift returns might go to a landfill and what you can do about it

The month after Christmas has been dubbed “Returnuary” for good reason. The National Retail Federation estimates 17% of holiday purchases will be sent back this year.

 

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Fast shipping is increasing emissions. Here’s why delivery has become more polluting

Fast shipping has become a staple of online shopping, promising delivery within a day or even hours.

 

This hidden electricity drain can have a massive impact

Leaving devices plugged in can result in phantom energy, which is the power consumed by appliances that draw electricity even when they’re turned off or not in use.

 

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