The environmental math of going vegan — and more

How much does going vegan matter for the climate? Aren't EV batteries the worst? Our Climate Coach answers your questions.

By Michael J. CorenMay 9, 2023

Small steps to live your best sustainable life

The Post’s climate coach, Michael Coren, answers listener questions about how to live more sustainably.

By Lucy Perkins, Taylor White and Sean CarterMay 3, 2023

Why free street parking could be costing you hundreds more in rent

Eliminating parking minimums could lower pollution. Will more cities buy in?

By Michael J. CorenMay 2, 2023

These 4 free apps can help you identify every flower, plant and tree around you

Plant ID apps use AI to help us connect with the world around us

By Michael J. CorenApril 25, 2023

You’re probably recycling wrong. This quiz will help you sort it out.

What can go in my blue bin? The answer can be different from one neighborhood to the next, but fortunately, following some key guidelines should help improve your recycling no matter where you live.

By Bonnie Berkowitz, Artur Galocha and Adrian BlancoApril 20, 2023

How an engagement bike changed one couple’s life

An engagement bicycle kicked off a revaluation of how Nivi Achanta and her fiance wanted to spend money as a couple.

By Michael J. CorenApril 18, 2023

Buy an electric vehicle now or wait? Here’s how to decide.

Should you buy an electric car? Advice for people on the EV market.

By Michael J. CorenApril 11, 2023

You need a bidet, but not for the reason you think

Bidets are booming in popularity. Here's what to know about their history, environmental impact and other benefits before you buy.

By Michael J. CorenApril 4, 2023

Your stove is the first appliance to get a battery, but not the last

Traditionally, batteries’ purpose was to make gadgets portable. Today, they’re a shortcut in our path to “electrify everything.”

By Michael J. CorenMarch 28, 2023

Why Americans should eat lentils every day

When it comes to combating climate change, the lentil may be the perfect legume.

By Michael J. CorenMarch 21, 2023

The iPhone is staging a quiet revolution in how we charge our devices

To reach net-zero emissions, our machines need to talk to the grid. With clean energy charging, Apple enlisted millions of iPhones to do just that.

By Michael J. CorenMarch 14, 2023

Why airlines want to charge you for flying on french-fry oil

Sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, is the most promising way for the aviation industry to replace fossil fuels in aircraft — and for you to feel better about flying.

By Michael J. CorenMarch 7, 2023

I tried, and failed, to install a heat pump. Here’s how to do it right.

The Inflation Reduction Act offers large incentives for millions of Americans to install heat pumps in their homes. Here's how to do it.

By Michael J. CorenFebruary 28, 2023

Why composting doesn’t have to be hard anymore

New technology and services are making it easier to compost, whether you live out in the country or in a 400-square-foot apartment.

By Michael J. CorenFebruary 21, 2023

Electric vehicles can now power your home for three days

The next generation of EV batteries will power your home and feed energy to the grid.

By Michael J. CorenFebruary 17, 2023

A new kind of bond is enlisting Americans in the fight against climate change

Green bonds are helping ordinary citizens fund the clean energy transition.

By Michael J. CorenFebruary 14, 2023

We still use appliances like it’s 1970. There’s a better way.

Some popular energy-saving tips for our home appliances are proving to be old and outdated myths. Here's how we can do better.

By Michael J. CorenFebruary 2, 2023

Comparing green funeral options, from composting to natural burial to water cremation

If you're planning a green funeral, you have a lot of choice. The Post's climate coach explains how much each one costs, both for you and the planet.

By Michael J. CorenJanuary 31, 2023

You’re not going to stop shopping for new clothes. Here’s what to do instead.

For an Earth-friendly closet, how you shop — finding ways to reduce unnecessary purchases of new items, thinking about how you might wear what you buy and looking for clothes that will last — matters.

By Allyson ChiuDecember 6, 2022

Why you should almost always wash your clothes on cold

Laundry can be the most significant thing that you do when it comes to reducing your clothes' environmental impact, experts say.

By Allyson ChiuNovember 29, 2022