Composting is a great way to cut down on excess organic waste. It is estimated that around 30% of the waste we throw away is comprised of organic scraps such as food and yard clippings. By turning this waste into compost, it helps to reduce methane emissions from landfills, while adding nutrient rich material back into the soil. For beginning gardeners, this is a great way to reduce plant disease and pests, while keeping soil healthy. We know that not everyone can compost in their own backyard. On average, about 20% of Americans live in apartment housing. That can make...

On January 28th, 1969, a well off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, experienced a blowout. The result was over three million gallons of spilled oil across more than 800 square miles. Currently ranked as the 3rd worst oil spill in U.S. history. This led to the deaths of thousands of local wildlife and a destruction of natural habitats. In turn, activists helped lead a coalition to launch the first Earth Day. Over 50 years later, Earth Day is celebrated by over a billion people in more than 193 countries. Countless organizations and individuals alike come together to promote a...

In 2015, we partnered with author and artist, Sandra Magsamen, to work on a new line of sustainable dinnerware using our bamboo fiber material. Originally starting with three characters: Olivia Owl, Wally Whale, Elly Elephant, our eco-friendly family has grown over the last five years to seventeen members! Each character features unique designs and personalities using Sandra's art which help to truly bring them to life. Over the years, we were fortunate to receive incredible feedback from our customers on what shapes, sizes, and characters they would like to see from Tiny Footprint in the future. Using their input, we...

When people think about eco-friendly or sustainable living, they might imagine a drastic lifestyle change which requires you to sell your car, farm your own produce, and even live in an Earth Ship rather than a traditional home. While these would be huge gains towards reducing your individual carbon footprint, there are easier ways to go about being conscious about the environment. Below we have listed 8 simple changes you can make today that will work towards reducing waste from your own life, and ultimately, the Earth: Install high efficiency shower heads in your bathroom. Probably the biggest change you...

Composting is a great way to cut down on unnecessary organic waste and live a more sustainable life. It is estimated that around 30% of the waste we throw away is comprised of food scraps and yard clippings. By turning this waste into compost, it cuts down on methane emissions from landfills, while adding nutrient rich material back into the soil. For beginning gardeners, this is a great way to reduce plant disease and pests, while keeping soil moist and healthy. We've broken down how you can get started with your own backyard compost. Composting Tips In order to compost successfully,...