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eco18 is a collective of writers talking about sustainability issues, healthy living, and the little daily changes we can make to protect our planet and all of its inhabitants. Started in 2011, our team has grown - learn more about the writers of eco18 on our About page!

  • How to Fill Nature’s Prescription in NYC

    by eco18

    Nature and New York City aren’t two terms we’d typically use together – as fun and happening as NYC is, it can be challenging to interact with nature in what’s better known as the ‘concrete jungle.’ A recent study, covered in…Read More

  • Eco-Friendly Summer Cocktails

    by eco18

    Summer is the time of summer berry cocktails and umbrellas in your piña coladas. When it comes to alcohol, we rarely think about its effects on the environment, but it does make a difference. Here are some tips, recipes, and…Read More

  • Happy National Moth Week!

    by eco18

    It’s National Moth Week! Moths are one of the Earth’s most diverse organisms, and while they may not get the same rep as their beautiful ‘cousin’ critter, butterflies, moths are nonetheless vital to our ecosystem, and have some pretty intricately…Read More

  • How to Conserve Energy in the Summer

    by eco18

    Summer is officially here, and while soaking up the sun is great – soaking up too much energy in your household isn’t. Not only is this extremely damaging to our environment, but it’s also costly. Here are some eco-friendly tips…Read More

  • The Eco-Friendly Gadgets You Need Right Now

    by eco18

    Technology. We love to love it; we love to hate it. But one thing is for sure: it’s not going anywhere.  With the rise of the internet, smartwatches, wearables, and gaming consoles, the tech industry is pumping out more gadgets…Read More

  • 18 Questions with Adrienne Adar

    by eco18

    1. What is your name? Adrienne Adar 2. Where are you based? I am Los Angeles based. 3. What is your occupation? I am an artist working in photography, sound, and interactive installations. 4. Is there a ‘green’ memory from…Read More

  • BRAIN FOODS

    by eco18

    June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, so there’s no better time than now to look for foods that feed our brains! One of our favorite brainiacs is Max Lugavere. Max is the author of the New York Times bestseller…Read More

  • SIMPLE SALADS

    by eco18

    There’s nothing better than eating farm fresh salads in the sunshine! These two simple salads are perfect for easy, relaxed lunches. COB SALAD Serves  4 CHICKEN 2                                  8-ounce chicken breasts trimmed (Murray’s is the best) CHICKEN RUB 1 Tbs                          EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive…Read More

  • 18 Questions with Bob Quinn

    by eco18

    This month we are featuring one of our first eco-mavens, Bob Quinn about his life as a regenerative organic farmer, and now a first-time author!  Bob’s book Grain by Grain “A Quest to Revive Ancient Wheat, Rural Jobs, and Healthy Food” is not…Read More