Nature can teach us a lot about economies. When we go to the store, we often don’t think about how products are created. We also don’t really think about where they go after we’ve thrown them in the trash. So, let’s take a minute to think. Every product we use is created from resources that …
Fast fashion and sustainability Do you ever feel as if you have nothing to wear? Each year, 100 billion pieces of clothing are produced but those items never even reach the consumer. So, where do all those unused clothes go? Well, look no further: They are probably buried somewhere deep in the 20 meter high …
Let the 10 R’s shape your purchases There was a point in time when goods were made from animals, plants, wood, etc. Anything and everything that was thrown out would eventually break down and return to the Earth. Unfortunately, much of our stuff no longer follows that life cycle; in fact, it doesn’t follow a …
Being free of plastics is easy as 1,2,3. Plastic Free July is a global challenge to refuse plastics for the entire month of July. Millions of people around the world are getting involved and taking the pledge to become part of the solution to the plastic problem. Here’s how you can get started in 3 …
Farmers’ markets are triple bottom line. Farmers’ market season is upon us and now is the perfect time to spend your weekend enjoying a beautiful sunny day and connecting with those in your community. Not only is it way more fun than going to a grocery store, but it also doesn’t feel like a chore …
When it comes to sunscreen, be sure to read the label. It’s warming up and the sun is finally out, which means most of us are slathering on some sunscreen to enjoy the weather. However, there’s been some debate over common sunscreens and what they do to the planet and people. Here are a few …
Ozone depletion is still a problem. The Earth’s atmosphere is composed of many different layers that act as a protective shield around the Earth. The ozone layer of the atmosphere contains a high concentration of O3 gas that absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation or UV rays that the Sun emits before they reach the surface of …
Appearances and words can be deceiving. I’ve been noticing more and more sustainable alternatives at the grocery store and I applaud the businesses that are trying to be more eco-conscious. But, their switch from plastic to bioplastic is leading to tons of confusion amongst consumers. The packaging and advertising on these products always include the …
Turtles are not the only animals facing a plastic problem. We are too. Microplastics are pieces of plastic that are 5 millimeters and smaller and can come from commercial production or the breakdown of larger pieces of plastic. Due to their varying size, shape, and plastic composition, they can be much more difficult to clean …
No matter how much we worry, it won’t change a thing. It’s late and almost time for bed but before going to sleep you decide to take one more look at your phone to see if you might have missed any big news during the day. You read: “The world is running out of options …
