We believe that simple and joyful changes made by many individuals will result in positive and joyful changes for many and for the planet. Our posts are focused on topics related to how we can improve our quality of life and protect the planet. One Planet Life is dedicated to you, me, we and our living planet.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and REFILL to Benefit the Planet
Refill your containers with package-free products and reduce the amount of plastic you send to the landfill to benefit the planet.
The Upcycling Revolution Teaches Us to Revive Trash into Treasure
More than recycling, upcycling has become a creative way to breathe new life into discarded materials and unwanted items to make them useful.
America’s Recycling Programs are in Disarray, You Can Help
It’s no secret that the state of recycling in America needs to be improved. Individuals have huge opportunity to make a difference.
Reduce Your Plastic Usage – The Time is Now!
Reducing your plastic usage helps to mitigate climate change, loss of nature, and prevent pollution. The time is now for plastic to be gone.
OPL Insight: Plastic Production and Recycling from 1950 to Today
Plastic production has exploded since 1950 but global recycling rates have not. Discover the rise and mismanagement of the world’s plastic.
My Journey to Reduce My Carbon Footprint Started With Trash
The journey to reducing my carbon footprint has evolved over several years. It began by reducing the amount of rubbish in our trash.
Is Plastic the New Asbestos? Understanding the Impact on Our Environment
The dangers of asbestos are well known, but growing evidence suggests that plastic is another material silently wreaking havoc on our planet.
Break Free from Plastic with OPL’s Plastic Free July Challenge
Plastic is pervasive and never decomposes. This month, join OPL’s Plastic Free July challenge and break free from your plastic dependency.
Municipal Water Systems’ Solutions to the Plastic Pollution Crisis
Rachel Stahlman, president of the Watershed Alliance of York, shares insights into pollution challenges facing municipal water systems.
Breakthrough Technologies Give Hope for Cleaner Oceans and Waterways
Plastic pollution has reached alarming levels, posing a significant threat to our well-being. Solutions for cleaner oceans offer hope.
The Florida Everglades Great Carbon Sink is in Trouble
Carbon sinks are naturally occurring or artificially created reservoirs that absorb more carbon-based compounds than they release.
Let’s Love, Protect, and Share Our Water
We are utterly dependent on water. It is time to remember our love for water – to care for it, and share it. We give you ways to get started.
Our Wonderful Wetlands
Our wonderful wetlands are vital to the environmental balance between humans and nature. We must sustain and improve their ecological value.
Saratoga Springs Stoked My Love Affair with Water
A visit to Saratoga Springs and the area’s natural mineral springs stoked my longtime fascination with water.
OPL Insight: Our Environmental and Humanitarian Water Crisis
Water sustains all life, yet we take it for granted. Learn how water demands are creating an environmental and humanitarian water crisis.
Why are Vernal Pools So Important to Ecology?
Vernal pools are unlike other freshwater wetlands due to what happens in late winter and early spring. They play a critical role in ecology.
Aquatic Macroinvertebrates are Signallers of Water Quality
Aquatic macroinvertebrates signal to us the quality of our waterways. They play a large part in our freshwater ecosystem.
The Hidden Water Footprint of Everyday Items
Become a more water-conscious consumer by understanding the hidden water footprint lurking behind common household products.
Sustainable Solutions for a Thirsty Planet
It is crucial for each of us to understand the importance of conserving water and to seek sustainable solutions to cut water waste.
Join OPL’s Conserve Water Challenge – Every Drop Counts!
This month, OPL is taking a critical look at water usage and conservation. Join the Conserve Water Challenge today – every drop counts!
Growing Wellness: 7 Health Benefits of Gardening
Gardening provides numerous physical, mental, and emotional advantages. Here are 7 reasons you should enjoy the health benefits of gardening.
A Food Waste Recycling Solution that Changed a Nation
Food systems have a high environmental cost — more than 820 million people go hungry every day and many producers struggle to stay afloat. In high-income countries, 35% of the food is thrown out by consumers. Let’s look at South Korea for inspiration on a food waste recycling solution.
Urban Community Gardens Enhance City Life
Urban areas around the country are being enriched through community gardens. Urban gardens sustain gardeners and provide green space for all.
Composting Champs: US Cities and States Leading the Way
Select cities and states are diverting organic waste from landfills, creating valuable compost for public use. Hooray for composting champs!
OPL Insight: U.S. Food Waste By Category and Sector
Reducing household food waste is an easy way for individuals to make a profound difference in the fight against climate change.
Tackling the Food Emissions Crisis
One Planet Life shares learnings from a recent food emissions webinar hosted by Project Drawdown, a leading authority for climate solutions.
Learn About the Crucial Pillars of a Sustainable Food System
Regenerative farming and the support of local agriculture have emerged as crucial pillars of a more sustainable and resilient food system.
An Easy Guide to Backyard Composting
Turn food scapes into rich soil. Here is an easy guide to backyard composting to help you on your journey to live more sustainably.
Urban Composting is Possible!
In the United States approximately 100 million tons of food waste are generated each year. Food waste seems senseless when nature has such a great way to regenerate the waste into nutrients for the soil. My urban composting journey began with a couple of clicks.
Reduce Your Waste! Join Our May Monthly Challenge
Join our monthly challenge and make a difference for our planet! This month we are focusing on reducing the waste surrounding our food.
Food Focus Journey Spotlight: Track the Impact of What You Eat
The Food Focus Eco-Journey considers the impact of what you eat, food agriculture, and the plastic surrounding our food.
Farmers Markets and CSAs Positively Impact Communities
OPL interviewed ‘Mainstreet Waynesboro’ Director Bill Kohler to learn how farmers’ markets and CSAs positively impact local communities.
National Park Ranger Programs are Fun for All Ages
Participate in National Park Junior Ranger and Citizen Ranger Programs and enjoy an educational and fun experience for the whole family.
Earth Overshoot Day: What It Is and Why It Matters
Earth Overshoot Day is an estimation of the day in which humans exceed their annual ecological budget. Let’s work together to #MoveTheDate.
OPL Insight: The Ecological Deficit of the United States
The United States has a national ecological biocapacity deficit of 110%. Our ecological footprint is over twice our national biocapacity.
One Vermont Farm Chose Regenerative Farming And Created A Ripple Effect
One Planet Life talked with owner Lisa McCrory of Earthwise Farm and Forest in Bethel, Vermont to learn more about her regenerative farm.
Find Your Passion, Find Your Community
A reflection on the importance of biodiversity, community, championing environmental causes through community involvement and fundraising.
Invasive Species: Threats to Nature and How We Can Help
Invasive species have hitchhiked to the United States and are creating havoc. Learn more about these pests and save native species near you.
Be a Warrior for Change with OPL’s Love the Earth Challenge
Earth Day is right around the corner! Be a warrior for change this year and join One Planet Life’s Love the Earth Challenge.
Think Your Actions Don’t Have An Impact? You’re Wrong.
It’s time to dispel the notion that the efforts of one person are inconsequential. Your actions matter in our fight against climate change.
For the Love of Maple Syrup
Spring is the season for maple syrup production. Did you know that maple syrup is one of the oldest agricultural commodities produced in the U.S.?
How Healthy Is Your State? Data Insights on Five Climate Issues
Planet Earth is warming at an alarming rate. Discover how your state ranks nationally on five key climate detractors with our data insights.
Reduce Waste in Your Kitchen with These Simple Tips
Do you use paper towels or plastic wrap often? Reduce waste in your kitchen and try these useful eco-friendly alternatives.
Reusable K-Cups Save Money and the Planet
A simple switch to replacing single-use, pre-filled plastic pods with reusable k-cups will save you money and put less plastic on our planet.
Joyful Signs of Spring in the Forest
In the northeast, mid-Atlantic spring has sprung, and telltale signs of spring are revealing themselves everywhere.
Cleaning with Care: Declutter Responsibly and Avoid the Landfill
With a little creativity and care, you can declutter while reducing your landfill impact. Clear your clutter today with our sustainable tips!
Get Ready for the Growing Season
It may be hard to imagine containers or gardens filled with vegetables and fruit but now is the time to prepare for the growing season.
Clean More Sustainably with Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Spring clean in style and switch to sustainable, eco-friendly cleaning products. It’s easy, cheap, and better for you and the planet.
How Microplastics Devastate Health, Disrupt Ecosystems, and Threaten Biodiversity
Learn more about our plastic predicament and how harmful microplastics have become pervasive in the air, the water, and in the foods we eat.
Unveiling the World of Squirrels: More Than Just Birdfeeder Bandits
Take a moment to appreciate the wild charm of squirrels beyond their notorious reputation. They’re more than just birdfeeder bandits!
5 Easy Ways to Pack Meals with More Vegetables
We’re all aware that incorporating more vegetables into our meals is a win-win for both personal health and the environment. Here’s how.
Unlock Winter’s Energy Potential Through Renewable Resources
One Planet Life breaks down renewable energy options for you so you can feel empowered to choose efficient energy when it matters most.
Comforting and Healthy Recipes to Enjoy All Winter Long
Winter is a great time to experiment with new delicious and healthy plant-based recipes. Baby, it’s cold outside! The winter months are an excellent time for stillness, reflection, rest, and rejuvenation. Nourishing your body with healthy, warm, comforting foods will...
Four Fish by Paul Greenberg
This books shares the importance of responsible, non-destructive aquaculture and how we need to protect fish habitats to preserve marine life.
Four Mood and Health Benefits From More Indoor Plants
Indoor plants aid our senses through texture, color, and beauty — enhancing our mood, health, and overall wellness.
Join Our 15-Day Personal Sustainability Challenge!
Crafting a greener, more mindful existence doesn’t need to be hard; Our 2024 kick-off Sustainability Challenge maps out a way to start.
Live Sustainably? Please, Not One More Thing to Do!
January is when many of us load up on resolutions. This often includes a desire to live sustainably. Follow these tips for success.
OPL Community Made Impressive Impact in 2023
The One Planet Life App community tracked 6,727 eco-friendly actions in 2023—each bringing us closer to a more sustainable world.
Join the fun: A Beginner’s Guide to Christmas Bird Count
The Christmas Bird Count is a beautiful way for families and friends to get outside over the holidays and participate as citizen scientists.
Discover the Ecological Wonders of Leaf Litter Under Your feet
Your yard might look unkempt and messy, but the leaf litter is full of life! It is a natural habitat for pollinating insects.
Plant Garlic Now for a Flavorful Harvest Next Year!
Fall is the perfect time to plant garlic. It is one of the easiest vegetables to grow and you will love fresh garlic from your garden.
Seven Wellness Strategies to Overcome the Holiday Blues
The importance of self-care during the holidays can’t be understated. Use these seven wellness strategies to navigate the holiday season.
Reduce Waste Eco-Journey Spotlight: Accomplishing More with Less
The Reduce Waste Eco-Journey can help you become acutely aware of the waste in your life and guide you to make changes for a better planet.
Health, Wellness, and Life Balance are Core Drivers for Our New Wellness Coach
Our newest team member, wellness coach Jody Goldfarb fields questions on health and wellness and the relationship with sustainability.
A Fresh Approach to Gift-Giving for a Happy Planet
Our holiday guide for sustainable and philanthropic gift-giving ideas for every person on your list for a happy and greener planet!
Travel Lite Eco-Journey Spotlight: Think Green On the Go
Our Travel Lite Eco-Journey guides you to seek sustainable travel alternatives when you can and targets your carbon impact while on the go.
The Remarkable Benefits of Urban Green Spaces
Urban green spaces are beacons of hope and vitality for city dwellers amidst the skyscrapers and bustling streets.
Winged Wonders: Unveiling the Secrets of Bats
Learn important facts that make bats the rockstars of Halloween. Dive into the mysteries of these nocturnal wonders!
Dig into the Marvels and Mysteries of Moss
Moss is the simplest and most primitive of all plants, yet their importance can’t be understated. Discover the wonders and mysteries of moss.
Planetary Sampler Eco-Journey Spotlight: First Steps toward Sustainability
The Planetary Sampler Journey encourages you to build new habits and lower your carbon footprint by reducing, reusing, and recycling.
Easy Plant-rich Main Meal Recipes to Inspire Healthy Living
We have an ever-growing list of plant-rich main meal recipes to inspire you to revisit a classic dish or try something new.
Our Dark Skies are Brighter Than Ever and That’s a Problem
Studies show how vital dark skies are to the health of our ecology. Artificial light pollution and energy waste adversely affect our health.
How Can Companies Pivot Toward a More Sustainable Future?
Recently, experts in sustainable investments examined consumer interest in companies’ commitment to a sustainable future. We learned a lot.
Plastic Be Gone Eco-Journey Spotlight: Kick the Plastic Habit
This journey encourages you to become aware of the unnecessary plastic in your life and helps you break your plastic habit.
Fantastic Finds at My Local Outdoor Consignment Sale
You can find great deals at a consignment sale. They allow me to get the gear I need at a fraction of the cost with zero carbon impact!
Nutritious Soups and Salads Recipes to Boost Your Health
Our nutrient-rich Soups and Salads recipes are a great way to incorporate vegetarian and vegan meals into your diet.
Beverage Recipes to Hydrate and Delight Your Taste Buds
There’s nothing like a refreshing beverage to support your vitality. These recipes show staying hydrated doesn’t have to be boring!
How to Upcycle Gently Used Outdoor Recreational Gear
An outdoor enthusiast’s tips for how to upcycle and acquire gently used clothing and recreational gear and enjoy big savings.
Sweet Stuff: Recipes for Special Occasions, Weekday Treats, and Gifting
You don’t need an excuse to enjoy dessert; a little sweet stuff can make any day feel special. Try these recipes for homemade treats.
Green Nest Eco-Journey Spotlight: Reduce Your Impact on the Planet
If you’re interested in learning how to become more sustainable in your home, the OPL Green Nest Eco-Journey can be your personal guide.
Breads and Breakfast Recipes to Start the Day Off Right
One Planet Life has a wide range of breads and breakfast recipes to inspire you. Many can be made in advance for an easy on-the-go treat.
Sustainable School Lunches: Eating And Teaching Mindfulness On The Go
As a mother of four kids under 8 yrs, planning, preparing, and packing sustainable school lunches is a high priority.
Overcome the Summer Slump and Rebuild Eco-Friendly Habits
Make your back to school a joyful green with OPL’s Eco-Friendly Tips for how students and parents can embrace sustainability this fall.
One Planet Life Spotlight: For Jeffrey Malcolm Sustainability is About Healing Our Bodies and the Environment
My sustainability journey is one of health – healing our bodies and the environment. Watching what I eat and taking care of our world.
One Planet Life Spotlight: A Sustainability Journey Evolved Through Experience
Harriet Cook evolved her sustainability journey through an ‘aha moment’ for sustainability. Water conservation inspires joyful changes.
Getting to the Root of Greenwashing and How to Avoid Falling Victim
Greenwashing is the practice of making exaggerated or misleading claims about a company’s environmental, social, or governance practices.
Companies Are Taking Steps to Make a Positive Impact
Many companies are making a positive impact by reducing their carbon footprints and assessing their sustainability and business impact.
Individual Actions Make a Big Impact on Carbon Footprints
In an era of growing environmental concerns, reducing our carbon footprints is crucial in ensuring a healthy planet.
Sharing Adventures From the Seat of My Bicycle
Riding a bicycle is a beautiful way to reduce carbon emissions and have rewarding adventures while exploring the world.
Fast Fashion is the Environmental Nightmare We Can’t Ignore
The fashion industry has a complex supply chain, with each step having a negative impact. It’s an environmental nightmare we can’t ignore.
Break the Cycle of Fast Fashion and Change the World
Fast Fashion makes large profits for the brand companies while exploring the people and places, driving consumerism, and harming our planet.
Furnace Run Park’s Ecosystem Will Thrive Thanks To The Community
Through Rain and Sunshine, Volunteers Plant Nearly 15,000 Trees at Local Nature Park Furnace Run Park, spanning 226 acres in Shippensburg, PA, is getting a facelift just in time for Earth Day. A collaborative effort between the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, the...
OPL Spotlight: Self-Reliance and Sustainability Go Hand-in-Hand for Carley
I’ve realized that my sustainability journey is, at its core, a journey toward low-impact, self-reliant living. It’s a good feeling.
Raising Chickens in Your Backyard Can Be Fun and Helpful to the Environment
Raising chickens has picked up steam as a popular hobby in recent years, with big benefits including fresh eggs and a better environment.
How to Grow Sprouting Seeds: Add a Crunch to Any Meal
You can choose to grow a wide variety of sprouting seeds, such as alfalfa, broccoli, radish, sunflower, and mung beans.
Hiking with Kids: Tips for a Successful Outdoor Adventure
Hiking can be such a fun and rewarding experience. Bringing kids along may slow your pace but it’s a great adventure together as a family.
OPL Spotlight: Lesley Dennison Shares Tips from her Sustainability Journey
Lesley’s First Tip: Everybody’s sustainability journey looks different. Choose joyful changes that work for you.
Forest Snags: Dead or Full of Life?
Snags, also known as wildlife trees, are an essential part of our ecosystem, making up to 10-20% of the trees beneath the canopy in forests.
OPL Spotlight: Kristina Shane Shares Tips on Her Family-Friendly Sustainability Journey
Kristina Shane, mother of four, shares how she is making the sustainability journey fun for the whole family with a focus on food.
OPL Spotlight: A Love of Nature Sparked a Focus on Sustainability for Yvonne Dwyer
For Master Naturalist Yvonne Dwyer, a focus on sustainability has become an extension of a lifestyle immersed in nature. Learn her story.
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