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Sustainable Electronic Devices: Keyboards and other parts from a personal computer in a trash bin

Essential Reasons to Buy Sustainable Electronic Devices

March 1, 2023February 22, 2023

An ever-increasing dependency, contrasted with rising environmental concerns, makes it important for consumers to shift towards sustainable electronic devices.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Lifestyle, Plastic, Pollution, Recycling, Sustainability, Upcycling, Waste
The Plastic Waste Dilemma: Two men in PPE and UN bags collecting plastic waste

The Plastic Waste Dilemma and China’s National Sword Policy

January 31, 2023

We explore some deeper aspects of the plastic waste dilemma, including the global impact of China’s National Sword Policy and how nations have responded.

Categories Waste Tags Ana Yong, crises, Environment, Plastic, Politics, Recycling, Waste
Solving the E-waste Problem: a pc being disassembled at an e-waste recycling centre

Solving the E-waste Problem: Are We Doing Enough

January 27, 2023November 22, 2022

The more people get involved in environmentally friendly practices, the easier it will be to solve the e-waste problem and other issues we face today.

Categories Waste Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Recycling, Renewables, Waste
Sustainable Living Ideas: Bins saying Refuse and Recycle

Sustainable Living Ideas: The Complete List for 2023

January 27, 2023November 17, 2022

By implementing sustainable living ideas like reusing, recycling, buying local, and reducing waste, you’ll be able to lead a greener life in 2023 and beyond.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Plastic, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
Green My Business: notepad, pen, and plant on wooden table

Green My Business: 14 Ways for your Business to Go Green

July 16, 2022June 30, 2022

You may be asking yourself: What can I do to green my business? These 14 simple and effective tips are a great place to start.

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

Reusing and Recycling at Home: 10 Interesting Techniques

July 30, 2022June 22, 2022

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
Greenwashing: green gloved fingers holding leaves

Greenwashing: What It Is and What You Can Do About It

July 31, 2022April 25, 2022

With these tips, you’ll be able to better identify greenwashing when you see it and make a more informed and ethical decision about what you choose to purchase.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ethics, Lifestyle, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
Global Recycling: The Environmental Impact and The Future

Global Recycling: The Environmental Impact and The Future

July 16, 2022April 25, 2022

Preventing pollution and improving public health are only some of the benefits of global recycling. It also creates employment, saves money, and reduces waste.

Categories Waste Tags Ecology, Plastic, Pollution, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
recycle old iphones

Can You Recycle Old iPhones and Other Electronic Devices?

July 30, 2022February 15, 2022

A short guide exploring how and why to safely recycle old iPhones, Android phones, and other digital devices that run their course.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Lifestyle, Recycling, Waste
borough market

What Does Sustainability in Interior Design Really Mean?

August 2, 2022July 5, 2021

In recent years, concerns over consumer behaviour have compelled interior designers and home decor brands to consider how their work will impact the world.

Categories Interiors Tags Plastic, Recycling, Sustainability, Upcycling
Girl wearing athleisure leaning against stairs

Recycled Material For Athleisure: Clothing Industry Riding The Wave Of Sustainability

July 27, 2022October 24, 2020

Sustainable Athleisure: It’s no secret that Fast Fashion is a problem for the environment. One solution lies with sustainable athleisure.

Categories Uncategorized Tags Environment, Fashion, Health, Lifestyle, Recycling, Sustainability
share bike on green grass

Sustainable Lifestyle: 10 Green Habits To Adopt

July 27, 2022October 1, 2020

10 Green Habits: We all strive to live sustainably, but how do you really embrace a sustainable lifestyle? These tips will make a great start.

Categories Uncategorized Tags Carbon, Gardening, Lifestyle, Plastic, Recycling, Sustainability, Zero-waste
shallow focus of white llama

Sustainable Fabric: A Complete Guide to Environmentally Friendly Fashion

July 27, 2022August 9, 2020

Sustainable Fabric: Not all fabrics are created equal, especially as regards the costs of production and disposal to the environment and to human health.

Categories Ecology Tags Ecology, Ellen Rubin, Ethics, Fashion, Lifestyle, Organic farming, Recycling, Upcycling, Waste
Green foliage

10 Tips To Start Living Sustainably During This Pandemic

July 27, 2022July 29, 2020

Regardless of events taking place in the world at large, these 10 simple things will help you to live a more sustainable life.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Covid-19, Gardening, Lifestyle, Recycling, Sustainability, Upcycling, Zero-waste
Uneako founders at garbage tip

Uneako: An Innovative Approach to Pollution and Poverty

July 27, 2022June 6, 2020

Pollution and poverty—two critical issues, affecting people the world over, that Uneako founders Ankit and Atul Tripathi are taking steps to address.

Categories Innovation Tags Plastic, Pollution, Poverty, Recycling, Renewables, Sustainability
Bathroom supplies on grey wooden table

Zero Waste Bathroom: 6 Easy Tips and More

July 30, 2022May 24, 2020

Keeping plastic and toxic non-biodegradable waste out of the home is a lot easier than you think. A zero-waste bathroom should be the norm if you are passionate about green living.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Plastic, Recycling, Waste, Zero-waste
5Rs of Zero Waste Living

The 5 R’s of Waste Management and Zero Waste Living

December 27, 2022April 16, 2020

Zero Waste Living and the 5 R’s: Refuse and Reduce to bring less in; Reuse to maintain balance; Recycle when you can; Rot your kitchen scraps into compost.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Compost, Dawn Cowles, Recycling, Zero-waste
Upcycling furniture with chalk paint

Do We Really Need to Buy New Furniture? Your Simple Guide to Upcycling Using Chalk Paint

July 27, 2022February 4, 2020

This guide will show you how to upcycle your furniture using 3 easy chalk paint techniques [blending, frottage and gilding] to create a textured, aged look.

Categories Art Tags Christie Johnson, Recycling, Upcycling, Waste
A child in the wild. Nature can help to teach kids about sustainability

Simple Ways to Teach Kids about Sustainability

August 14, 2022February 3, 2020

Teaching kids about sustainable living doesn’t only benefit us today: it also means that we are helping create a healthier future for our children.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ana Marković, Carbon, Education, Recycling, Sustainability, Zero-waste
rubbish in bin, logo

Waste Management: How to Handle the Waste We Produce

July 27, 2022January 28, 2020

Although some people may be intimidated by the zero waste movement and its restrictions, those of us who aren’t able to ‘go zero’ can also do their part.

Categories Waste Tags Recycling, Sustainability, Waste, Zero-waste
Broken phone

The Effects of E-Waste on the Environment and Human Health

July 31, 2022December 14, 2019

Recycling old digital products is a practice not many people are willing to commit to, even though it is absolutely essential.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ana Yong, Environment, Plastic, Poverty, Recycling, Waste
Frog on brown paper

Using Recycled Paper Is Not Just About Saving Trees

July 27, 2022August 21, 2019

Recycled paper can save the Earth, and in developed countries it’s very easy to purchase, yet not nearly enough people are making the switch.

Categories Waste Tags Ana Yong, Deforestation, Recycling, Renewables, Waste
Close-up of zipper on a cotton sweatshirt

Is Cotton Sustainable? The Ethical and Environmental Impact of Using Cotton

July 31, 2022July 15, 2019

In India, more than 100,000 people lack access to clean water, and yet a single pair of jeans can consume around 8,000 litres.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ana Yong, Cotton, Ecology, Ethics, Recycling, Waste

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