Heather earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition from the The Ohio State University before completing a Masters in Environment at The University of Melbourne. She then went on to achieve a Permaculture Design Certificate at the Djanbung Gardens. Heather feels best when she is barefoot in a forest or has dirt under her fingernails. She’s constantly daydreaming about her homesteading future and has a rapidly-growing list of the best local (and not-so-local) hiking trails. When she’s not busy hoarding an embarrassing number of upcycled glass jars, experimenting with urban composting, or quelling her eco-anxiety on a long run, Heather spends her 9-5 working for a sustainable agriculture nonprofit, where she advocates for state and federal policies that support thriving farmers and a habitable future.

Heather's Articles
Colorful vintage clothing and accessories on display at Bon Voyage Vintage, one of the best thrift stores in Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood
Thrift Stores
12 Best Thrift Stores In Seattle For Preloved In The PNW
Collage of the best furniture made in the USA by American Furniture Brands. Many have been rated by Sustainable Jungle
Furniture
7 Brands Offering Furniture Made In The USA: Keeping It Local & Sustainable
Collection of sustainable and organic robes including cotton, linen, and vegan silk bathrobes in various colors and styles
Winter
8 Sustainable & Organic Robes For The Ultimate Lux Lounge
Homewares
7 Eco-Friendly Yoga Mats For That Sustainable Stretch
Forah, ATTITUDE and Palm & Pine zero waste sunscreens personally tested by Sustainable Jungle, shown in yellow packaging beside a tin of mineral sunscreen and green pothos leaves.
Skincare
Zero Waste Beauty
9 Zero Waste Sunscreen Alternatives For A More Sustainable SPF
A jar of creamy moisturizer showcasing an example of sustainable beauty
Beauty Learning
What Is Ethical & Sustainable Beauty?
A collage of sustainable socks from brands featured by Sustainable Jungle, including organic cotton, wool, and recycled material styles in various colors and patterns. Image by Sustainable Jungle for the best sustainable sock brands.
Basics & Underwear
9 Best Sustainable & Ethical Sock Brands for an Eco-Friendly Step
Collage of eco friendly and sustainable slippers including red wool slip-ons, grey felt ankle boots, green recycled wool clogs, tan woven house shoes, burgundy sheepskin slippers with leopard detail, and grey organic wool slippers with removable sole.
Shoes
Winter
11 Sustainable Slippers Made From Eco-Friendly, Organic & Recycled Materials
Yellow and white Parachute non toxic shower curtain made from natural linen fabric.
Homewares
9 Non-Toxic Shower Curtains & Liners To Keep Your Showers Safe & Healthy
Image by Sustainable Jungle (Axiology) (zero-waste-beauty)
Makeup
Skincare
Zero Waste Beauty
6 Zero Waste Beauty Products From The Best Plastic-Free Brands
Amber from Sustainable Jungle wearing Nisolo sustainable ankle boots made from ethically sourced leather on a wooden bridge.
Shoes
9 Sustainable Boots Brands & Boots Outfit Ideas (2025)
Image by Rays & Riches (minimalist jewelry brands)
Jewelry & Watches
8 Minimalist Jewelry Brands For Understated Elegance
Amber from Sustainable Jungle wearing an upcycled clothing skirt made by LOTI.
Mens
Womens
11 Upcycled Clothing Brands Creating Dreamy Recycled & Deadstock Clothing
Image by Tiradia Cork (sustainable-makeup-bags)
Makeup
5 Sustainable Makeup Bags Made with Ethics in Mind
Close-up of a Sears Jr. Bazaar vintage clothing tag on a colorful floral dress, showing 1960s washing instructions typical of vintage labels.
Fashion Learning
Thrifting Guides
11 Tips On Vintage Tags: How To Read Vintage Clothing Labels
Image by Sustainable Jungle (cruelty-free-vs-vegan)
Beauty Learning
What Does Cruelty-Free Mean & Is “Vegan” The Same Thing?
Top view of a Biovessel indoor composting system with kitchen scraps and herbs, showing a stylish compost container for indoor use.
Composting
Gardens
Low Waste Learning
5 Indoor Compost Bins For A Low Waste Household
What Do Worms Eat?: A Vermicomposting Guide To Feeding Worms Image by Sustainable Jungle #whatdowormseat #whattofeedworms #vermicomposting #compostingwithworms #foodforworms #wormdiets #sustainablejungle
Composting
Gardens
Learning
Zero Waste Home
What Do Worms Eat?: A Guide To Feeding Worms