It’s za’atar season in the Middle East and though we don’t really need it, there’s another reason to love this versatile spice: it could be useful as an alternative to antibiotics. And they insist it keeps the animals disease free. In corporations we foolishly trust. But I really do think we’re on to something here.”. MORE >>

The brand that touts itself as the “The Cleanest Line” is at it again. This time with wetsuits. Using a material called Yulex , made from the guayale plant, Patagonia replacing 60% of the neoprene in their wetsuits with the bio-rubber… for now. As an added bonus the suits smell pleasantly of eucalyptus, not of a gas pump. MORE >>

With the election over, it's nice to get climate policy back in the news: Conservative groups pressed lawmakers in a Wednesday letter  to oppose all proposals to enact a carbon tax. That structure would use revenue from taxing emissions to reduce other tax rates or would return that money to consumers. via thehill.com. Reducing U.S. MORE >>

I was a little skeptical when my box of Instead Softcup reusable menstrual cups came in the mail. The thought of an internal menstrual cup sounded invasive, messy and a bit scary (seriously, what if it got stuck in there). Nevertheless my research on Softcup eased my mind a bit so I gave it a try. Then you empty the cup into toilet. residents 18+. MORE >>

Holiday Efficiency: 10 EPA Tips on Keeping it Green. In the whirlwind of holiday shopping, activities, family, cooking and so much more it can easily let your green intentions slip away from you. Print this out and tape it to your fridge so you can refer to it as you speed by in-between roasts, toasts and those you love the most. USDA Organic. MORE >>