Nicole is a recent graduate of NYU’s Environmental Studies program. Growing up by the beach in New Jersey, she fell in love with the outdoors and has been trying to find a way to live in harmony with it ever since. She has worked with organizations to promote urban gardening, waste reduction, and energy efficiency in New York City. Nicole enjoys camping, knitting, and continuously attempting to bake the perfect cupcake.
Really, Lady Gaga? While we’re not surprised about Gaga’s second meat dress, which she proudly tweeted a photo of herself wearing while playing a show in Tokyo, we are disappointed.
The FDA announced on May 11 that they’ll be delaying implementation of pending sunscreen regulations that were supposed to mandate how sunscreens are labeled and marketed. These changes
If you’ve ever seen police officers walking around in full gear during a heat wave, you’ve probably felt a little faint just looking at them. Lucky for them, scientists from
Fashion is probably the last thing you thought you could fight off malaria with, but this anti-malaria bodysuit is stylish while it repels mosquitos that could carry the disease. Created by
Woodland-themed nurseries are definitely our favorite baby decor-trend of the moment, and we found the perfect night light to go with all of the tree and woodland creature accessories
Before you put those cardboard boxes out on the curb for recycling, check out how these die-hard Star Wars fans gave their cardboard a whole new life. The Karpiuks spent four months crafting
The electronics industry is constantly making advancements to make their products better, but the invention of GraphExeter by the University of Exeter has everyone looking forward to big
Have you ever wanted to be the center of attention like a scene-stealing celebrity? CuteCircuit is making that possible with their wearable technology savvy as they launch ready-to-wear smart
While the go-to gift of flowers usually make Mom smile, they wilt in a few days and your gift ends up in the trash. Mom deserves something awesome, but why not help others in the process?
Bad news for the fashion industry – nearly 50 major apparel brands have links with factories that have been disregarding China’s environmental laws, according to Cleaning Up the
Would you love to get your hands on a piece of Hovey Lee‘s gorgeous, environmentally sustainable jewelry? If you’re as enamored by her accessories as we are, then enter our Earth
We can’t think of anything more fun than sharing your love of the outdoors with your little ones. Why not spend some time this spring teaching your children the ins and outs of the
Congratulations are in order for Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt who are apparently engaged, or so we assume by the giant diamond sitting on Jolie’s left ring finger. Why do we care? The
H&M is a fast-fashion mogul – due to their low-wage production and trendy pieces we wouldn’t label them a paragon of ethical fashion. However they have pursued several
If you’ve been feeling good about your “three-free” non-toxic polish, we have some bad news for you, your splash of color may not be as safe as you think. According to
Letting your feet breathe after a long winter filled with wool socks and boots is one of spring’s sweetest gifts and a new pair of charming ballet flats are a great first step to letting
Hey, eco-friendly parents! The Honest Company makes all-natural, non-toxic, and organic products for you and your baby, but the best part is that they’re giving them away for free! They
Because of growing crowds flocking to NYC’s High Line Park, which are anticipated to double when the final section is complete, the architects and engineers have decided to add
From water-purifying tea bags to artificial muscles, there have been a plethora of inventions lately made possible through the science of nanotechnology. You might not be able to actually see
As you might remember, back in October 2008, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) submitted a citizen petition to the FDA asking them to prohibit the use of BPA in human food and
Have you ever thought of extending spring cleaning to your make-up bag? To celebrate the start of the season, we’re giving away a whole set of eco-friendly, vegan makeup brushes worth
If you love scouring thrift stores as much as we do, you’ll find Sloth and the ideas driving it genius. Inspired by their studies, two students at New York University are launching a
Greenpeace activists and Planet Streetpainting artists teamed up to create this amazing optical illusion at the World Fashion Centre in Amsterdam. The piece is bringing attention to hidden
It might not be obvious when you’re shopping for new clothes, but according to World Bank, 17-20 percent of industrial water pollution is caused by the clothing industry. Disheartened by
Are you interested in supporting green businesses but not sure where to start? Kickstarter.com is the perfect resource! Featuring hundreds of truly inspirational eco-projects, the
We are happy to report that the Duchess of Cambridge seems to be an undercover thrift store shopper! Grazia Daily tracked her gorgeous gray National Portrait Gallery coat-dress to a
Excited about today’s festivities, but not too interested in corned beef and cabbage? Same here, and we bet the kiddos feel the same way. St. Patrick’s Day is all about rainbows,
Looking for something fun to do with the little ones on St. Patrick’s Day? This DIY shamrock stamp is easy, fun and the perfect art project for all ages. Make sure to look for peppers
Have you been avoiding Campbell’s Soup ever since you heard the reports of higher than average bisphenol A (BPA) last year? You might want to reconsider your stance, since the iconic
As we all look forward to the start of the 2012 London Olympics, War on Want, an anti-poverty charity is looking into the human rights violations committed by the companies that provide the
