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 …
Is it real or greenwashing? Earth Day is right around the corner which means you may fall victim to greenwashing. Greenwashing is a marketing strategy that leaves consumers with the impression a business is being socially and environmentally responsible when in fact it is not. Some businesses will spend more money to push a false …
Making your vote count Your dollar has a lot more power than you think. Your purchases have a direct impact on the success of a business. Because they simply cannot exist without customers. According to the 5WPR 2020 Consumer Culture Report, 83% of millennial consumers are buying from brands that align with their values. What …
Recycling may not be what you think it is. Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. It’s the mantra of the environmental movement and is always the very first thing taught to us when it comes to environmentalism. Recycling is important, but does it actually have that big of an impact? An overwhelming amount of the plastic produced does …
What’s sustainability mean to you? The word sustainable gets thrown around a lot. It’s one of those buzzwords that gets attached to anything and everything. So, what does it really mean to be sustainable? Everyone has their own definition, including me. Some people may use a very literal definition; to maintain a certain rate or …
