Knowledge of environmental issues and sustainability is increasingly important as industrialization and climate change continue to wreak havoc on our ecosystems and our psyche. As temperatures rise—and icecaps shrink and storms lash our coastal areas into oblivion—being smart about carbon footprints, waste streams and consumer choices becomes increasingly important for all of us.
Green Living
, from the award-winning editors of
E: The Environmental Magazine
, offers a thorough, step-by-step plan for every making aspect of your life earth-friendly, from the laundry room to the kitchen:
-Maintaining a healthy home
-Going organic and avoiding genetically modified food
-Finding a planet-friendly car
-Making socially responsible investments
-Using personal-care products free of damaging chemicals
With advice on everything from planet-friendly cosmetics to home-based renewable energy, and straight talk on hemp, hybrids and hair dye,
is the ideal reference for both the neophyte and the experienced environmentalist.