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How to Live Sustainably During a Pandemic
With more people than ever before working from home, and others self-quarantining, it is the perfect time to reflect on our daily habits as they relate to the environment.

COVID19 and the Environment: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
In the midst of the chaos, there have been signs of environmental benefits largely due to a decrease in transportation. However, many of these benefits are temporary and will not make long-lasting impact without structural change.

Fast Fashion in Crisis in the Midst of a Pandemic
The Coronavirus pandemic has negatively impacted every type of industry for the last couple of months. One sector that is in particular trouble is the fashion industry, specifically fast fashion.

The Importance of Earth Day to Planet Aid
This Earth Day, and every day, Planet Aid continues to help the planet by diverting over millions and millions of pounds of clothing from landfills.

A Guide to Homemade Cloth Masks
When looking for a mask, the supplies are right inside your home. Making your own mask is an efficient and sustainable way to reuse textiles.

COVID-19 and Clothing: What You Should Know
Do you want to know how long the virus lives on clothing? Planet Aid answers your questions and more.

A Message from Planet Aid's President
Small businesses and non-profits are being hit especially hard during this time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Planet Aid has had to make difficult decisions regarding our service areas around the United States.

COVID-19 Pandemic Impacting Humanitarian Efforts
The COVID-19 pandemic presents unprecedented challenges across the globe. It is yet one more reminder of how everyone is connected. Disease knows no boundaries.

American Generosity at Work
On International School Meals Day, take a close up look at how Planet Aid's Food for Knowledge program is changing lives in Mozambique.

Women Are Changing the World
Equality. It has evaded generation after generation of women. Nowhere is this truer than in combating climate change.