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Lifestyle

Lifestyle explores how sustainability expresses itself in the rhythms of everyday life — the choices we make at home, in the garden, in the kitchen, in our wardrobes, and as we move through the world.

This section focuses on practical guidance, thoughtful reflections, and grounded ideas for reducing waste, consuming more intentionally, and reconnecting with the environment. We explore cultural habits, home practices, and the shifting values behind how people live in a time of ecological urgency.

Whether you’re searching for simple steps or deeper lifestyle shifts, this category brings together stories that make sustainability feel personal, possible, and meaningful.

going plastic free with reusable, glass, and cardboard shopping bags and containers

Going Plastic Free: Environmental Benefits And 6 Techniques

December 13, 2025August 5, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Going plastic free lifestyle isn’t as challenging as it sounds. You’ll eventually get used to avoiding certain products or finding eco-friendly versions.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
How Do I Become Minimalist? Bare picnic tables surrouned by mountains under blue sky

How Do I Become Minimalist? 7 Essential Tips

August 29, 2024July 30, 2022 by Cora Gold

These techniques will help in your journey to become minimalist, and shift your mindset from materialism to one that supports the environment and your wallet.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ethics, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Tourism Norway: humpback whale tail above the water

Sustainable Tourism Norway: Experience the Flora & Fauna

October 21, 2023July 28, 2022 by Niels Thomas

Your Guide to Experience Sustainable Flora & Fauna Tourism In Northern Norway

Categories Travel Tags Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Europe, Lifestyle, Travel
The Best Vegan Travel Destinations in the World: A plate full of fresh veg and fruit

The Best Vegan Travel Destinations in the World

October 21, 2023July 28, 2022 by Ronie Salazar

In this article, we take a look at some of the best vegan travel destinations the world has to offer, and some of the tastiest dishes to discover when visiting.

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Travel, Vegan, Vegetarian
Eco-Friendly Tourism in India: Coorg, Karnataka. Green rolling forested hills

Eco-Friendly Tourism in India: 10 Green Travel Destinations

January 23, 2024July 27, 2022 by Ruma Dey Baidya

If you’re looking for “responsible travel India”, this destinations guide to eco-friendly tourism in India explores the environmental and ethical concerns.

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Ethics, India, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability, Travel
Eco-Friendly Beach Essentials: stoney beach under blue sky

Eco-Friendly Beach Essentials for Your Next Vacation

October 21, 2023July 26, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

We’ve created a simple guide so you can stay on nature’s good side, with these eco-friendly and environmentally considerate beach essentials.

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
The Best Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Single-use Plastic: A view of flowering plants at the beach and the blue sky over the ocean

The Best Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Single-use Plastic

October 21, 2023July 25, 2022 by Melanie Manard

This article explores some ethical, effective, and sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic for picnics, personal care, beauty, and everyday life.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Plastic, Waste
The Benefits of Sustainable Fashion: woman using spinning wheel with colorful thread

The Benefits of Sustainable Fashion: Ethics and Environment

December 9, 2025July 21, 2022 by Harry Turner

How The Fashion Industry Is Becoming Eco-Friendly, and a Exploration of The Benefits of Sustainable Fashion

Categories Fashion Tags Environment, Ethics, Fashion, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Smart Home: Digital Thermostat

The Sustainable Smart Home: An Overview and 6 Green Tips

December 9, 2025July 19, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

By implementing sustainable smart home technology like lighting systems, climate control, and energy generation, we can all work to lessen our carbon footprint.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Renewables, Sustainability, Waste
What Is Minimalism? Vegetable beds under a blue sky

What Is Minimalism? A Beginner’s Guide

October 21, 2023July 18, 2022 by Cora Gold

“What is minimalism, and could I apply it in my own life?” If you’ve asked this question, this beginner’s guide exploring a simpler lifestyle is just for you.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ethics, Lifestyle, Minimalism, Sustainability, Waste
Environmental Benefits of High-Density Housing: green and colorful foliage before streetfront housing

What Are the Environmental Benefits of High-Density Housing?

December 22, 2023July 14, 2022 by Rose Morrison

The environmental benefits of high-density housing are undeniable, but they only exist if everyone involved in planning prioritizes sustainability.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Architecture, Business, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
How To Make Your TEFL Teaching More Eco-Conscious: Smiling school children and teacher

How To Make Your TEFL Teaching More Eco-Conscious

October 21, 2023July 11, 2022 by The TEFL Academy

Looking to teach sustainability in the classroom? Check out how you can make your TEFL teaching more eco-conscious here at Unsustainable Magazine

Categories Travel Tags Education, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics, Sustainability
Cruelty-Free Skincare: Handmade soap and a wooden-handled brush on a folded towel

Cruelty-Free Skincare: The Ethical and Environmental Effects

October 21, 2023July 1, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

If enough people take a stand, companies will change their practices, and cruelty-free skincare will become the standard.

Categories Fashion Tags Ethics, Fashion, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Why Buy Local: fruit and vegetable stall at a market

Why Buy Local: Is Buying Local Actually More Sustainable?

December 4, 2025June 28, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

To the question of – Why buy local? – this article compares the environmental impacts of our purchasing choices around locally and organically sourced products.

Categories Sustainable Living
Growing an ethical brand: Vintage sewing machine and handmade products

How to Create and Grow an Ethical Brand: 6 Simple Tips

October 21, 2023June 24, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

From starting a project from scratch to looking for the right places to sell it, here are 6 tips on how to build an ethical brand.

Categories Fashion Tags Business, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Practicing Reusing and Recycling at Home Photo by Julia M Cameron

Reusing and Recycling at Home: 10 Interesting Techniques

December 9, 2025June 22, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

If you want to reap the benefits for your household or are interested in reusing and recycling more at home, here are several ideas you can apply.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Lifestyle, Plastic, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
Travel Sustainably in New England: Coastal Island in Maine

How to Travel Sustainably in New England: A Visitor’s Guide

December 13, 2025June 21, 2022 by Gretchen Stuppy Carlson

Making the commitment to protect this region by choosing eco-friendly travel will go a long way in protecting this beautiful place.

Categories Travel Tags America, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Travel
Summer Sustainability Tips: Green Rolling Hills Under Blue Sky

The Ultimate Summer Sustainability Checklist: 12 Green Tips

October 21, 2023June 20, 2022 by Cora Gold

A simple guide when you’re aiming for summer sustainability: Follow these tips to have a sustainable summer and tons of fun while you’re at it.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Living Tips for an Earth-Friendly Home: woman reading book in comfortable chair with a view

8 Sustainable Living Tips for an Earth-Friendly Home

December 13, 2025June 14, 2022 by Andi Croft

Sustainable living is a lifestyle that reduces our dependence on natural resources, while living in a way that does not use up more than the Earth can replace.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
sustainable Travel in Milan: tourists visiting an ancient building

Your Guide to Sustainable Travel in Milan – Visiting Italy

December 13, 2025June 13, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

A collection of tips and advice for sustainable travel in Milan in Italy’s Lombardy region, a beautiful city known for fashion and design.

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Ethics, Europe, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Travel
Visiting Iraq: cone shaped buildings under a blue sky

Visiting Iraq: What is it Like to visit Iraq in 2022?

October 21, 2023June 9, 2022 by Katarzyna Rybarczyk

Reflections by a journalist/photographer on life, architecture, and history.

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Middle East, Travel
man wearing white carrying a grey Terra Thread sustainable bag

The Sustainable Bag: A Comprehensive Guide

October 21, 2023June 8, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

A sustainable bag is an eco-friendly creation, crafted to have a minimal footprint on the environment, and made from natural fibers like organic cotton.

Categories Fashion Tags Environment, Ethics, Fashion, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Outdoor Adventure: person in travel geaer watching the sun rise over the mountains by their tent

How to Be More Sustainable on Your Next Outdoor Adventure

October 21, 2023May 24, 2022 by Lilly Miller

When organizing a sustainable outdoor adventure, it’s important to be respectful and eco-friendly, in order not to disturb nature and all the beauties in it.

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Higg Index: Worker at a tannery in Morocco

What Is the Higg Index and How Does It Help Ensure Ethical, Sustainable Fashion?

October 21, 2023May 15, 2022 by Lena Milton

An Introduction to the Higg Index and its role in the movement towards Sustainable Apparel

Categories Fashion Tags Environment, Ethics, Fashion, Lifestyle, Politics, Waste
The Road to Minimalism: woman holding basket of green cleaning products

The Road to Minimalism: 9 Tips to Streamline Your Life

October 21, 2023May 12, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

When you commit to embarking upon the road to minimalism, you’re not just committing to freeing up storage space in your home, but to a cleaner lifestyle.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
How to go Zero Waste: The “Ecolo” upcycling DIY kit

How to go Zero Waste: 7 Effective and Earth Friendly Tips

December 9, 2025May 10, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Looking at how to go zero waste is something we should all be doing. These simple, ethical, and earth-friendly tips will help.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Plastic, Waste
Eco-Friendly Airbnb: sunlit loungeroom

How to Make an Eco-Friendly Airbnb: 11 Sustainable Tips

December 13, 2025May 9, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Here are several ways you can make a more eco-friendly Airbnb, and make it one of the features and appeals of your rental.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Business, Climate, Environment, Ethics, Sustainability
Sustainable Workout Routine: man doing pushups

Guide to a Sustainable Workout Routine: 5 Simple Steps

October 21, 2023May 7, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Let’s explore a sustainable workout routine, because making small changes everyday can make a big impact on your health and the health of the environment.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
How to Attract Bees to Your Garden: Bee on pink flower

How to Attract Bees to Your Garden, and Why It’s Important

December 9, 2025May 6, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

A Comprehensive Guide on Why and How to Attract Bees to Your Garden

Categories Garden Tags Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Gardening, Lifestyle, Organic
denim weight of jeans

The Denim Weight of Jeans: A Clear and Simple Guide

August 31, 2024April 24, 2022 by Ellen Rubin

Guide to the Denim Weight of Jeans: Light-, mid-, or heavy-weight denim combine to create a unique fabric that will be beloved, durable, and wearable.

Categories Fashion Tags Design, Ecology, Ellen Rubin, Fashion, Lifestyle
Why Sustainable Tourism is Important

Why Sustainable Tourism is Important

December 13, 2025April 22, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

In this article, we learn more about the different types of sustainable development in the travel industry, and discuss why sustainable tourism is important.

Categories Travel Tags Climate, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Travel, Waste
Baking Soda has many origins: The barren salt fields in Kampot in the rainy season, Cambodia

Baking Soda – 8 Surprising Ways to Clean Your Home With It

October 21, 2023April 7, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Baking soda is such an amazing ingredient. Almost all households will have this product because it is also popular for cooking, but its uses are beyond count.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Non-Toxic Cookware: A Staub Cast Iron Pand

A Guide to Non-Toxic Cookware – Avoiding Harmful Compounds

December 13, 2025March 30, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Discover the secret ingredient that’s been Ruining your Nana’s Recipe – An examination into why we should all be using non-toxic cookware for every meal.

Categories Kitchen Tags Environment, Ethics, Health, Lifestyle, Plastic, Waste
Jewellery and The Environment: woman with rings

Jewellery and The Environment: An Overview & 3 Solid Facts

December 13, 2025March 29, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Many changes are being made regarding the interaction between the production of jewellery and the environment, with industry adapting to the world’s demands.

Categories Fashion Tags Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Waste
Woman cleaning: 7 Eco-Friendly Cleaning Tips to Help Kill Household Germs

7 Eco-Friendly Cleaning Tips to Help Kill Household Germs

December 12, 2025March 27, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Maintaining a clean house should never compromise the safety of your family, and switching to these eco-friendly cleaning tips might be just what you need.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Organic, Pollution, Waste
Responsible Travel in the UK

Responsible Travel in the UK: 4 Eco-friendly Destinations

October 21, 2023March 27, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

If you are looking for breathtaking scenery and care for the environment, there are plenty of eco-friendly ways to practice responsible travel in the UK,

Categories Travel Tags Environment, Ethics, Europe, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Travel
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