We love camping and the occasional off-grid trip. But here’s the thing. We also like being clean. Don’t get us wrong, we don’t need to shower every single day, but if it’s super humid and you’re starting to smell a little funky, being able to shower comes in handy. And if you’d prefer to shower […]
The 8 Best Solar Lights for Gardens, Camping, and More
Some folks say that switching out your old light bulbs for high-efficiency LED bulbs is one of the easiest ways (and most impactful for the level of effort needed) to conserve electricity and cut down on your utility bill. To take that one step further, another simple thing you can do is to swap out […]
The 11 Best Eco-friendly Laundry Detergents
One of the simplest ways to have a positive impact on the environment at home is to use eco-friendly laundry detergent. Why? Because it’s a regular (for most people) chore that has a relatively significant output. For one, the water that gets drained from your washing machine goes right back to—you guessed it—our waterways. And […]
Compost Tumblers: What They Are and How They Work
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, every year in the United States, approximately 31% (133 billion pounds) of the overall food supply is wasted, which impacts food security and resource conservation. And this waste alone contributes to an incredible 18% of total U.S. methane emissions that come from landfills. Against numbers this unfathomable, what can […]
The 12 Best Eco-friendly Gifts for Every Budget in 2021
Whether you’re shopping for Christmas gifts or birthday gifts, there are more cool sustainable gift ideas than ever before. And no matter if your lucky gift recipient is a super environmental enthusiast or just interested in learning how to be more environmentally conscious, there’s a range of different eco-friendly gift ideas (that aren’t all made […]
Zero Waste Products: The Easiest Swaps for One-use Products
Out of all the garbage that we put out on the curb every week (or push down the chute if you’re living in an apartment, how much of that do you think could be… well, just not thrown out at all? Nah, we’re not talking about just keeping a pile of garbage in your home. […]
The 6 Best Solar Backpacks (That Actually Look Good)
If you like going on extended hikes, or backpacking—or just need a bag to bring to work—and you often find yourself needing to charge your phone, wireless earbuds, or other mobile devices… then might we suggest a solar backpack? (And if you’re living off the grid and like to go exploring a lot, then this […]
The 10 Best Solar Panels for 2021: A Detailed Breakdown
Shopping for solar panels for your home or small business? The search can be long, not to mention overwhelming. With hundreds of options on the market (and more new brands coming on the scene), where should you start? Well, we can simplify the search for you a bit. First, solar panels are a long-term investment—there’s […]
The Best Portable Solar Panels in 2020, Ranked
Are you dreaming of getting on the open road for a few weeks and going off grid? That’s awesome. But to get there, especially if you plan to take a camper or RV, you’ll need to charge your phone, maybe your computer… and you won’t always be able to plug into the grid. In these […]
Commercial Solar Panels: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
If you run or manage a business (no matter how big or small), you might have wondered about different ways to reduce your operating expenses. And there’s one great way to do it—without cutting any headcount or scrimping on software and supplies. Yep, you guessed it. By installing a commercial solar system! (You might also […]