"Reuse is the highest form of recycling because finished products are revived and their productive purpose is extended," said Dan Knapp, founder of Berkeley's pioneering resell shop, Urban Ore. This...
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Trash or Treasure?
Garbage, trash, rubbish…whatever you call it, if you’ve read this, you’re likely looking for new ways to analyze and identify patterns in the stuff you...
In Focus: Ecosense Goods
Why should I stop using paper towels? According to the Environmental Protection Agency, in 2015 American’s generated about 7.4 billion pounds of waste made up...
April is Earth Month
Take a look back at ABC News coverage of the first Earth Day in 1970. Learn about the Inflation Reduction Act and how you could benefit...
Dreamy Deodorant
Our cream deodorants from Little Seed Farm are seriously a dream come true. With arrowroot powder as a main ingredient (and not baking soda), this...
In Focus: Rustic Strength
Dish soap, laundry detergent, hand wash, and rinse aid. These are all household staples that we provide from beloved brand Rustic Strength. Why is Rustic...
Staff Recommendations
Turn an old pair of jeans into a fabulous tote bag. Are your jeans not fitting quite right these days? No worries, with this beginner...
Green Life Trading Co. Radio
Refreshed and refilled often with what we’re listening to at the shop while we pack orders, refill soaps and restock the shelves with sustainable goodies.
Staff Favorites
From a Podcast to a Community Group, check out the media that the Green Life team is consuming.
Spring Cleaning Staff Picks
“Is it possible to love a toilet brush? It’s convenient and tidy that the Toilet Brush Stand has a terra cotta tray that is removable...