With the climate crisis accelerating, we must minimize the carbon load of our buildings. This means reducing the embodied carbon that is used to create the materials that go into our buildings as well as the emissions of the buildings in operation.
Good To Know
Embodied Carbon: Reduce Your Home’s Hidden Carbon Footprint
Embodied carbon accounts for creating and installing the materials in your home—and could exceed the total carbon footprint of operating your home for decades.
Sustainable Furniture Brands That Will Keep Your Home Healthy And Stylish
From sustainably sourced materials to mindful manufacturing practices to nontoxic materials and end-of-life cycles, we’re laying out what you should look for when buying sustainable furniture, and a few brands to choose from that adhere to these elements.
My Green Mattress: The Environmentally-Friendly Mattress Made With Love
My Green Mattress founder Tim Masters first developed an all-natural mattress for his daughter Emily, who suffered from allergies and eczema. Today, the brand is a full-blown family-owned and operated factory handcrafting sustainable mattresses that are GOTS and GOLS Organic certified, making them one of the most environmentally friendly mattresses on the market.
19 Nontoxic, Organic Mattresses for Every Budget
An organic mattress is imperative because… How many hours do you spend in bed? We’ve scoped out the best nontoxic, organic mattresses at every price point.
Connect To Nature With Sustainable Outdoor Furniture Brands
Spending time outdoors is good for everyone. When furnishing your outdoor living space, look to these brands that keep sustainability top of mind.
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