How Women’s Rights and Environmental Destruction Go Hand-in-Hand
We’ve got it all wrong — Our efforts to conquer nature have brought us to the brink of ecological collapse. And that’s inextricably tied to the long-abusive relationship between men and women. Women’s bodies are battlefields in wars fought over fertile soil, land, oil, minerals, and bragging rights. Just as…
Give Your Shampoo a Lift with Baking Soda
By mixing baking soda with your shampoo, you can get a cleaner scalp and shinier hair.
Overripe Summer Fruit: 3 Delicious Ways to Use It
I'll admit it; I go a little hog-wild this time of year at the farmer's market with the fruit. And then I end up with overripe summer fruit. Here's what to do with it.
Welcome to My New Column on Ecofeminism
You’re probably here because you care about women, the environment, or both. You’ve come to the right place, because these two subjects are intimately tied to each other. Hey everyone, welcome to my new ecofeminism column with Eco-Chick. Once a week, I’ll be tackling a variety of topics here, all…
How to Save Money and Be Environmentally Friendly Using Green Energy
Let’s be honest. We’re all looking for ways to save a few bucks. But you might not heard of the latest trick. Did you know you can now save your hard-earned dollars by investing in green energy? Many people don’t realize this, but it’s true. Not only can you save…
Heroines for the Planet: Avery Dennison’s Sustainability Leader Helen Sahi
Heroine for the Planet Helen Sahi, Avery Dennison’s Senior Director of Sustainability. “By nature surfers are environmentalists,” John Moore, co-founder of surfing legend Kelly Slater’s new Kering-backed surf-lifestyle brand Outerknown said in a panel on sustainability that Eco-Chick attended at this year’s Fashion, Culture and Design conference. It stands to reason that…
Heroines for the Planet: Tea Expert and Climate Change Scientist Selena Ahmed
"I am particularly inspired by the immense ecological knowledge of some of the individuals in the forest-dwelling communities that I work that links them to the natural world."
WHO is Bunny Yan and What is the Squirrelz? Just the Smartest Sharing Economy Idea Ever!
A new app lets designers share materials and upcycle locally.
My Eco Chick Wedding: Ethical Bridal Gowns by Leila Hafzi
Hafzi wanted to help shift the perception of Nepal and raise awareness of artisan communities there; employ and empower women and teach them highly specialized skills.
Ethical Travel City Guide to Old San Juan, Puerto Rico: Casa Sol, Castles and Conscious Shops
Where to stay, eat, shop, visit and caffeinate in this Caribbean city.
