Lauren Kelley

Lauren Kelley is a New York City-based freelance writer and editor.

Born and raised in Texas, Lauren holds degrees in English and Political Science and has racked up nearly a decade of experience covering topics such as the environment/green living, the nonprofit sector and women’s rights and issues.

Lauren enjoys traveling, the arts and social activism, and is also a published writer of short fiction, a Twitterer, a very amateur photographer and a cupcake enthusiast. She lives in Brooklyn with her boyfriend and a fat, grey cat named Herb.

July 28, 2010

What Your Nose May Not Know: The Truth About Fragrance

Never having been keen on fragrance may benefit your health.
July 20, 2010

Three Places to Find Recycled Pool Tiles

Thinking of upping the chic in your pool this summer? You have plenty of choices when it comes to recycled tile or flooring.
July 8, 2010

Recycling Cat Food Cans for a Good Cause

Purina’s “Together We Can” campaign taught cat owners the necessity of properly recycling cat food packaging waste.
June 28, 2010

The New 1-800-RECYCLING.com iPhone App

When put to the test, this writer’s recycling search turns up several results within a few miles of her apartment.
June 22, 2010

Help Save the Planet by Taking Back the Tap

A growing movement aims to put down the bottled water and head back to the municipal source: the tap.
June 17, 2010

Sustain MiniHome: This isn’t Your Grandma’s Mobile Home

Canada’s Sustain MiniHome is completely redefining the term “prefab.”
June 10, 2010

For H&M and Walmart, ‘Disposable Fashion’ was Taken Literally

Both companies were caught sending unused clothes straight to landfills instead of donating or recycling.
June 4, 2010

Playing Around with Eco-Friendly Toys

Stuck on what gift to get for that baby shower? The Internet is full of green toys.
May 27, 2010

Oh, Baby: Eco-Friendly Furniture for the Nursery

Today’s babies are growing up green, starting with the crib.
May 14, 2010

Cleaning with What’s Right Under Your Nose

Don’t want to go toxic while cleaning your home? Lots of natural, effective cleaning agents are probably already in your home.
May 3, 2010

The Benefits of Going Native in Your Yard

Having native plants in your yard is a great way to conserve water and nix fertilizer.
April 20, 2010

Earth Day in New York

If you’re in New York City for Earth Day, there are plenty of opportunities to pitch in.