Green Chemistry

Fat, Stupid, Impotent & Dangerous: The Future Without Green Chemistry

Elizabeth Grossman | Posted 11.14.2009 | Green


Elizabeth Grossman

The mere presence of chemicals linked to health disorders does not mean disease will result. Yet research scientists and medical professionals now say that based on the evidence, there is reason to be concerned.

Recycling Plastic: What a Waste

Lisa Kaas Boyle | Posted 11.16.2009 | Green


Lisa Kaas Boyle

Every day, single-use plastics ("SUPs" bottles, bags, packaging, utensils, etc.) made from petrochemicals are thrown away in huge quantities after one use, but they will last virtually forever.

Putting Personal Back in Personal Care

Lauren Fornes | Posted 09.26.2008 | Style


Lauren Fornes

No one seems more passionate about regulating the rhetoric of skincare than Jeremiah McElwee, who recently helped to launch the company's Premium Body Care standard for Whole Foods.