Solutions
Looking for inspiration and solutions for living more sustainably? Check out these daily highlights of innovative brands and products in apparel, home, food, travel, beauty, spirits, mobility and more!
Vanpowers Bike Redefines the Ride Toward Clean, Green Mobility
Vanpowers Bike is redefining electric mobility through purpose-driven design and a commitment to sustainable transportation. From sleek city commuters like the City Vanture to rugged all-terrain models like the GrandTeton, Vanpowers blends performance, craftsmanship, and clean energy innovation to make greener riding accessible for everyone.
Our Faves: Clean Beauty and Personal Care Brands Leading a Healthier Future
Clean beauty brands are redefining personal care by replacing harsh chemicals and single-use plastics with skin-loving ingredients and planet-friendly packaging. This post spotlights industry leaders proving that sustainability and skincare go hand in hand — delivering performance without compromise.
Tried It!: Easy Breezy — Can Sustainable Dessert Be Delicious?
In this episode of Tried It!, we explore how dessert can be both sustainable and satisfying. Today, we visit Easy Breezy Frozen Yogurt — proving that indulgence and eco-conscious choices can swirl together beautifully.
Greener Bites: Crispy Crunchy Fried Sweet Chili Shrimp Bowl
Crispy Crunchy Fried Sweet Chili Shrimp Bowl from Mind Blown Plant Based Seafood layers golden, plant-based shrimp with a sweet chili glaze, fresh veggies, and rice for a bold, ocean-friendly meal that’s big on flavor and light on impact. Check it out…
Rooted in Identity, Driven by Impact at Cheekbone Beauty
Cheekbone Beauty, an Indigenous-owned cosmetics brand founded by Jenn Harper, is redefining clean beauty through vegan formulas created without harmful ingredients and guided by its Biinard Beauty Standards. Grounded in Indigenous principles like Two-Eyed Seeing and the 7th Generation Principle, the brand blends sustainability, circular design and cultural integrity to make beauty both ethical and empowering.
Week In Review
This week on Seeing Green, we launched Tried It!, our new exploration series, debuted Sustainable Sips greener cocktail recipes, and added three new Greener Bites to the mix. We also celebrated 30 podcast Solutionists and spotlighted Intrepid Travel, La Crosse Distilling Co., and Every Man Jack for their leadership in making sustainable living more accessible and inspiring.
How Every Man Jack Balances Clean Ingredients with Real Impact
Every Man Jack built its name on simple, effective grooming, and now it’s redefining what “clean” means. From natural ingredients and recyclable packaging to a B Corp commitment that puts people and planet first, this Bay Area-born brand shows how everyday routines can lead to meaningful impact.
Sustainable Sips: Big Sur Sunset
Big Sur Sunset from Gray Whale Gin mixes bright citrus, smooth gin, and a hint of berry for a cocktail that’s fresh, coastal, and easy to love — proof that sustainable spirits can taste every bit as good as they look. Check it out…
Organic Spirits with Driftless Roots at La Crosse Distilling Co.
La Crosse Distilling Co. is redefining craft spirits with a conscience — producing organic, grain-to-glass vodka, gin and whiskey powered by geothermal energy and rooted in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region. By sourcing locally, cutting waste and giving back to the land, they’re proving that great taste and sustainability can share the same pour.
Tried It!: Purely Elizabeth
In this episode of Tried It, we explore how choosing organic, plant-based options can make mornings both greener and delicious. Today, we try Purely Elizabeth — redefining breakfast with better ingredients and a lighter footprint.
Greener Bites: Dairy-Free Chocolate Cream Pie
Dairy-Free Chocolate Cream Pie from Elmhurst 1925 blends silky chocolate filling, fluffy whipped topping, and a buttery crust for a decadent dessert made completely dairy-free — indulgent, simple, and lighter on the planet. Check it out…
Intrepid Travel Is Turning Adventure Into a Force for Good
Intrepid Travel is redefining adventure through purpose-driven journeys that connect travelers with people and places while protecting the planet. From carbon-labelled trips to community impact projects, they’re proving exploration can be both exciting and responsible.
Greener Bites: Easy Meatless Lasagna
Easy Meatless Lasagna from MorningStar Farms layers rich tomato flavor, creamy cheese, and hearty plant-based protein for a comforting, family-friendly classic made greener. Check it out…
Podcast: Reflections on 30 Solutionist Spotlights
The Seeing Green podcast celebrates a milestone: 30 episodes spotlighting innovators reshaping sustainable living. This special reflection explores five big themes emerging across the series — from upcycling and transparency to tech-driven change and collaboration — and revisits the hosts’ favorite Solutionists leading the way toward a greener future.
Redefining Rest and Responsibility at Avocado
Avocado is redefining sustainable living at home with organic mattresses, natural furniture and non-toxic essentials made from certified materials. From GOTS-certified cotton to Climate Neutral operations, the brand shows how comfort, craftsmanship and sustainability can truly coexist.
Greener Bites: Spicy Avocado Beyond Burger
Spicy Avocado Beyond Burger from Beyond Meat combines bold flavor with heart-healthy ingredients, making it a delicious plant-based twist on a classic. Check it out…
Nuuly’s Approach to Make Fashion on Rotation Mainstream
Nuuly is an apparel rental platform from the URBN family reinventing how we experience fashion, offering monthly access to a rotating closet of premium brands and vintage finds. By extending the life of garments and reducing the need for constant new production, they’re proving that what’s better for the planet can also be better for your style.
Podcast: Greening My… Meal Kit Subscription
In this new episode of our Greening My… series — where we unpack our homes and everyday habits to explore practical ways to live a bit lighter — we’re focusing on meal kits. We look at the wins (less food waste, easier plant-forward meals, better sourcing), the hurdles (packaging and cold shipping), and the steps leading brands are taking to make weekly dinner deliveries better for people and the planet.
Ruffwear Tackles Trail-Tested Gear for Dogs That’s Built Sustainably
Ruffwear is an Oregon-based outdoor dog brand reimagining gear with conscious design, from harnesses and coats to toys and bowls. With Bluesign® fabrics, PFAS-free products, renewable energy and a resale program through Ruffworn, they’re proving that what’s better for the planet can also be better for our pets.
Our Faves: Sustainable Spirits & Planet-Friendly Drinks
Sustainable beverage brands are redefining how we enjoy wine, spirits and beer by crafting drinks that celebrate flavor while protecting the planet. This post highlights innovators proving that great taste and environmental responsibility can go glass-for-glass.