From Our Journal

Small apartment, less waste. Discover practical tips for growing herbs, shopping refills and bulk groceries, and finding composting resources in NYC.

Make Halloween spooky, not wasteful. Try seven practical swaps for costumes, decorations, trick-or-treat bags, party snacks and pumpkins, plus answers to common Halloween recycling questions.

Learn the basics of mending — from sewing seams to darning holes — and discover how repairing your clothes is one of the most sustainable...

In New York City, kitchens are often the biggest source of household waste — from plastic wrap to endless synthetic sponges and dish soap bottles....

Dip makes plastic-free shampoo and conditioner bars that actually work. Learn why ASV and our customers love this sustainable haircare brand.

Heading to college doesn't mean leaving your sustainable lifestyle behind. Here are 6 practical tips for reducing waste and living consciously on campus.

At A Sustainable Village, Earth Day isn't a one-day marketing event — it's just another refill day. Here's what sustainability without the guilt really looks...

I just finished watching "The Plastic Detox" on Netflix, and it moved me to tears in a hopeful, uplifting way.  For years, I've followed this...

In our household, a 'Spring Cleaning' requires a good multi-surface cleaner — one that is non-toxic and cleans well. Learn how to build a simple,...

In a city that never sleeps, slowing down is radical. Here's how to practice mindful, sustainable consumption right here in NYC — one refill at...

The Hidden Cost of the "Valentine" Rose:  When we think of romance or a "thank you" gesture, the classic long-stemmed rose is often the first...