
“Make no small plans.” Its time to stop building bits and start building big.
Source: TreeHugger – The bike and micromobility movement needs its Futurama moment
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What is Passive House?

We have never actually explained this in one post on TreeHugger. I am going to try.
Source: TreeHugger – What is Passive House?
The insidious rise of 'toddler' foods

Toddlers don’t need junky snacks. They need real food.
Source: TreeHugger – The insidious rise of ‘toddler’ foods
I used to be a beauty routine maximalist

Now I’m obsessed with paring it down to the absolute minimum.
Source: TreeHugger – I used to be a beauty routine maximalist
Photo: Iceland reveals its unique beauty

Our photo of the day comes from East Iceland.
Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Iceland reveals its unique beauty
Exercise before breakfast for 'profound and positive' changes

Study finds that those who exercise before breakfast burn double the amount of fat than those who exercise after.
Source: TreeHugger – Exercise before breakfast for ‘profound and positive’ changes
How to practice 'forest bathing' in a park

The Japanese pursuit of shinrin-yoku uses trees and nature to heal oneself – here’s how you can do it even in a park.
Source: TreeHugger – How to practice ‘forest bathing’ in a park
Could you make a plastic-free costume this Halloween?

Most costumes are single-use plastics, made from polyester that’s essentially disposable and non-recyclable. We can do better than that.
Source: TreeHugger – Could you make a plastic-free costume this Halloween?
A guide to sustainable packaging labels

Consumers are choosing brands they think are better for the planet, so it’s important they know what they’re getting.
Source: TreeHugger – A guide to sustainable packaging labels
Two excellent strategies for second-hand shopping

Frugality blogger Elizabeth Willard Thames has outfitted her house and family with thrifted finds. This is her advice.
Source: TreeHugger – Two excellent strategies for second-hand shopping
Photo: Beguiling bull elk during bugling season

Our photo of the day comes from Benezette, Pennsylvania.
Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Beguiling bull elk during bugling season
Here's what happened to opioid users after 8 weeks of mindfulness training

New research finds that a special mindfulness therapy works as an antidote to opioid misuse.
Source: TreeHugger – Here’s what happened to opioid users after 8 weeks of mindfulness training
Should green homes have gas stoves and wood fireplaces?

One Passive House architect gives his clients what they want.
Source: TreeHugger – Should green homes have gas stoves and wood fireplaces?
Genius tiny house has a full bath and sauna

With this tiny home on wheels, living with less doesn’t mean abandoning pampering.
Source: TreeHugger – Genius tiny house has a full bath and sauna
Parchment paper is my culinary enabler

It makes cleanup so easy that I find myself wanting to cook more.
Source: TreeHugger – Parchment paper is my culinary enabler
How to support farmers with your food shopping

Your focus should be on local growers, rather than those overseas.
Source: TreeHugger – How to support farmers with your food shopping
It's better to buy less than to buy 'green' products

Voting with your wallet has its time and place, but sometimes it’s best just to leave the wallet at home.
Source: TreeHugger – It’s better to buy less than to buy ‘green’ products
Photo: Maples clamor in color during golden hour

Our photo of the day is the epitome of autumn.
Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Maples clamor in color during golden hour
Paris zoo exhibits the world's weirdest living thing

The mysterious organism looks like a mushroom but acts like an animal, and it’s one of my favorite beings ever.
Source: TreeHugger – Paris zoo exhibits the world’s weirdest living thing
Modern DIY yurt has the dreamiest garden bedroom

An Oregon couple built this spectacular houseplant-filled yurt, and are offering a detailed online guide for free.
Source: TreeHugger – Modern DIY yurt has the dreamiest garden bedroom