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!
GoodSAM’s Mission to Heal the Planet and Empower Farmers
GoodSAM Foods is a regenerative food company that partners directly with small farmers to bring ethically sourced nuts, fruit chips, chocolate and coffee to consumers. Their mission is to create a food system where farmers, people and the planet all benefit through fair pricing, regenerative agriculture and transparent supply chains.
Our Faves: Eco-Minded Cruise Expeditions
Sustainable expedition cruises are redefining travel at sea by prioritizing environmental stewardship, local impact and immersive nature experiences over mass tourism. This post explores three cruise lines leading the way with small-ship adventures designed to protect the planet while connecting travelers to it.
Week in Review
This week on Seeing Green: real solutions for sustainable living — spotlighting breakthrough brands, planet-friendly recipes and tools to help you live greener, one choice at a time.
Thousand Fell’s Recyclable Sneakers for a Circular Future
Thousand Fell is a New York–based footwear brand redesigning the sneaker from the ground up with circularity in mind. By combining timeless design with material innovation and system-level responsibility, Thousand Fell is proving that fashion can be stylish, practical and truly sustainable.
Sustainable Sips: Vermont Mule
Vermont Mule from WhistlePig Whiskey blends bold rye, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime for a bright, balanced twist on a classic. Rooted in Vermont craftsmanship, it’s proof that sustainable spirits can bring both flavor and character to the glass. Check it out…
Podcast: Greening My… Happy Hour
In this new episode of our Greening My… series — where we unpack everyday routines through a lighter, more sustainable lens — we’re raising a glass to happy hour. We explore the impacts behind what we drink, from farming to packaging, and spotlight the distilleries, wineries and breweries reimagining how beverages can be made, bottled and enjoyed more responsibly.
Greener Bites: Breakfast Burrito
Breakfast Burrito from Eat Just wraps fluffy, plant-based eggs with sautéed veggies, guacamole, and salsa in a warm tortilla for a hearty, satisfying start to the day that’s better for you and the planet. Check it out…
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…
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.