Health 2022-08-25T13:34:50Z

Scientists say mealworms are a good protein-filled snack — so I tried making them myself

I was pleasantly surprised by the taste of the mealworms, but it was hard to get over their appearance, reporter Rachel Hosie said.
Lifestyle 2022-06-09T05:39:10Z

Inside Singapore's famous 'living tower,' a 620-foot hotel that's covered in red mesh and is being intentionally overrun with greenery

Oasia Hotel Downtown's green facade helps keep the building cool, Phua Hong Wei, a director at Woha Architects, told Insider.
Lifestyle 2022-06-06T06:04:52Z

Photos show how Singapore's iconic 'green hotel' has been overrun by plants in the past 6 years

It cost an estimated 138 million Singapore dollars ($100 million) to build Oasia Hotel Downtown, which is now covered in 21 species of creeper plants.
Style 2022-06-01T16:25:05Z

19 B Corps that make products we love while using their profits for good

Explore companies we love to shop from that also happen to be certified B Corps, helping drive a global movement that uses business as a force for good.
Style 2022-05-15T19:16:00Z

Brand Vetta Capsule creates a blazer that converts into a dress and other pieces that transform

Vetta creates convertible clothing from ethically sourced and dead-stock fabrics, allowing multiple outfits to be created from one piece.
Style 2022-05-14T20:15:00Z

We tested stain-proof white sneakers against tough messes like red wine

We tested a white pair of Thousand Fell sneakers against coffee, red wine, and more to see if they really are stain-resistant.
Home 2022-04-22T22:27:27Z

11 natural cleaning brands that don't use harsh chemicals, from laundry detergents to bathroom cleaners

Natural cleaning brands like The Honest Company and Seventh Generation use plant-based ingredients instead of harsh chemicals for effective cleaning.
Home 2022-04-22T16:40:21Z

20 photos of off-grid homes that will make you want to move to the middle of nowhere

Some people are ditching city life and choosing to live off-grid in self-sufficient, nature-powered homes.
Lifestyle 2022-04-22T14:02:05Z

17 creative ways to reuse items you'd usually throw out

This Earth Day, try giving your glass jars, paper-towel rolls, or plastic bottles a second life with these clever hacks.
Pets 2022-04-19T21:24:03Z

I found an eco-friendly alternative to plastic dog poop bags called Pooch Paper — it's a bit more expensive but I feel better knowing it's biodegradable

Pooch Paper makes an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic dog poop bags. The biodegradable sheets are easy to use when out walking your dog.
2022-03-03T15:55:01Z

'Financing a Sustainable Future' highlights the people, companies, and partnerships driving sustainability goals

'Financing a Sustainable Future' explores how sustainable finance is providing a framework for companies to drive progress around the climate crisis.
Health 2022-02-19T13:25:00Z

I tried potato milk. I liked it in smoothies, but in my coffee it tasted like fish.

Dug's potato milk launched in February, and although the original version tasted OK, the barista version was "foul," reporter Rachel Hosie said.
Style 2022-02-17T19:54:16Z

Allbirds is having a rare sale on its Dasher running sneakers right now — here's everything you might want to know before you buy a pair

The Allbirds Dasher is a neutral running sneaker that combines all of the brand's sustainable materials. We put it to the test on 2-5 mile runs.
Beauty 2022-01-28T22:22:31Z

6 ways to reduce beauty waste

Small daily changes can help reduce beauty waste, like switching to packageless shampoo, using multiuse makeup removers, and buying zero-waste makeup.
Beauty 2022-01-10T23:48:04Z

How Axiology's zero-waste makeup crayons are made

Axiology is a vegan, clean, and cruelty-free beauty brand. The Lip-to-Lid Balmies are zero-waste, made with sustainable ingredients and practices.
Sports 2021-12-10T15:02:15Z

Athletes Unlimited set to operate first carbon-neutral pro sports leagues in the US via massive new deal

Athletes Unlimited CEO Jon Patricof told Insider about the 7-figure deal that made sustainability brand Aspiration AU's biggest partnership yet.
Style 2021-11-23T20:52:00Z

6 ways waste is recycled into fashion

Designers recycle waste into fashion by using mangoes to make fruit leather, old fire hoses to make purses, and plastic bags to make bucket hats.
Beauty 2021-11-02T12:52:00Z

How purple shampoo bars are sustainably made

Ethique makes beauty bars like shampoos, conditioners, and other face and body products with nontoxic ingredients and sustainable practices.
Kitchen 2021-09-22T21:05:24Z

Alaska is known for its fresh, sustainably harvested seafood — now you can enjoy it wherever you are through this monthly subscription

The Wild Alaskan Company is a wild-caught, sustainable seafood delivery service founded by a member of a third-generation Alaskan fishing family.
Style 2021-09-21T20:50:38Z

Allbirds released a high-top version of its popular casual sneaker — here are our reviews of the Wool Piper Mids

Allbirds' popular casual sneaker gets turned into a high-top with the release of Wool Piper Mids. It's available now in three colorways for $120 each.
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