What Is Glitter Made of and Is Bio-Glitter Better?
It's the biggest trend in crafts, festival makeup and decorations. But what is glitter made of, how is it made and to what cost to the environment? Utopia's got answers. Read more
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It's the biggest trend in crafts, festival makeup and decorations. But what is glitter made of, how is it made and to what cost to the environment? Utopia's got answers. Read more
We know it's bad. But how much do we actually know about animal testing in the US? Is it a thing of the past, or does it continue to lurk behind our favorite products? Read more
You've definitely heard of fossil fuels and might already have strong opinions about them. But do you know the basics? Read on to find a simple explanation of fossil fuels. Read more
This mysterious Amazonian soil can stay rich and productive for centuries. Read below to learn about terra preta, its origins, and how to make some for your own garden. Read more
Coconut trees and palm trees may look similar, but there are distinct differences between them. Read on to learn more about coconut trees vs. palm trees. Read more
Is sustainable palm oil production possible? We’ll look into what palm oil is, how it’s used, and the social and environmental impact that it has. Read more
You may not love swimming through it, but ocean seaweed plays a vital role in the environment. Read on for the impacts, benefits and culinary varieties of seaweed. Read more
Shell collecting is a popular vacation pastime with surprising consequences. Here's how shell collecting damages the environment (and some greener alternatives!) Read more
Most know it as the icon of human-caused extinction, but what is the real history of the dodo? Why did the dodo bird go extinct? Read on to learn more. Read more
Lionfish are bright, flashy, and one of the deadliest creatures in the ocean. Keep reading to discover why lionfish are poisonous and how you can treat their venomous stings. Read more