For many people, the holidays are all about celebrating relationships with friends and family. For others, they’re a time for giving and receiving gifts. But do we really need all of that stuff? Here’s a brief list of some items that will make people happy and won’t have a hugely negative impact on Mother Nature.
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Many of us already bring reusable shopping bags to the grocery story, recycle, and maybe even compost. However, your environmentally friendly goals can also extend to your diet. Sure, you may already use a refillable water bottle or coffee mug vs. paper or plastic, but you can also focus the actual foods you’re buying on […]
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Ah Christmas, a time for giving, a time for… conserving? While the holidays are often connected with a bit of indulgence, it doesn’t mean we can’t find ways to lessen our impact on the environment during the festive season. From your choice of Christmas tree to the type of wrapping paper you use, you can […]
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While it may not be realistic in all cases, many people are in a position to ditch their personal vehicle and hop on a bus or subway to get to their jobs (or anywhere, really). While it might be a tough transition at first, there are actually benefits to doing it. Healthline says, “Sitting in […]
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In other words, there’s a growing movement to create the least amount of waste possible by reusing and recycling and avoiding products that require us to throw items in the trash after only one or two uses. So, how can you become the leader of your home’s sustainability team?
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August 12th is International Youth Day! The United Nations first designated International Youth Day in 2000 to draw attention to the health, cultural, and economic issues on a worldwide basis. Our world leaders see our youth as powerful agents of positive change, essential for a better tomorrow as they help change and challenge the ways we produce and consume (inspiring zero-waste, sustainable lifestyle) on a […]
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