Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto. Angora refers to the long hair harvested from an Angora ...

Olivia Young is a writer, fact checker, and green living expert passionate about tiny living, climate advocacy, and all things nature. She holds a degree in Journalism from Ohio University. In the U.S ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Green ash trees will reach a height of about 60 feet with a spread of 45 feet ...

Cactus leather is a bio-based material lauded for its breathability, an area in which other vegan leathers fall short. This unique material is used for handbags, shoes, apparel, and furniture. Even ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama.

Edge effects are the changes in biodiversity that occur inside the space surrounding the shared edge of two or more distinct ecosystems. This transitional zone rich in biodiversity is known as the ...

Solar lights absorb the sun’s energy during the day and store it in a battery that can generate light once darkness falls. Like solar panels used to generate electricity, solar lights use photovoltaic ...

Throughout history, representations of luxury and wealth have dominated the fashion industry. As a result, many materials now mimic extravagance but at a fraction of the cost by using different, less ...

Justin Thomas specialized in reviewing products and techniques for Treehugger from 2004 to 2008. He is the editor of MetaEfficient, a guide to efficient living. The pulp is made using a process, which ...

Alex Davies is a technology journalist and the author of "Driven," an upcoming book about the self-driving car industry.

Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Chapman University and a Sustainable Tourism certificate from the GSTC. Native to Southern ...

Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...