Be the change you want to see: how to build a better future post COV-19
In the last few months we all have been affected by drastic - and at times dramatic - changes in our lives. Changes that we did not foresee but that had a rapid and significant impact on our routines, habits, and wellbeing. I imagine that all of us cannot wait for the COV-19 crisis to be over, but I also imagine that many of us are pondering about what world will emerge from this crisis. Our hope is that we will emerge more determined than ever to change what is wrong in the way we treat our planet and better equipped to do so.
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Vegan travel & hotels - the new hype!
‘Vegan travel’ is taking off - what was more or less a private habit or a personal philosophy is now a new travel genre enjoyed by many like-minded travellers. But what are the sustainable benefits of travelling vegan? We have also researched the most beautiful vegan hotels for you…
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The future of fashion is circular. How innovative fashion brands are working on circularity
The end of last year and the start of 2019 have seen a sharp increase in consumers’ awareness of the damages associated with fashion production and consumption. Clothes are an essential part of our lives, and fashion represents an important expression of individuality. Nevertheless, we have reached a point where we have lost control of what we consume and how we consume.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed or feeling environmental guilt because of sustainability news?
For many years now, sustainability has been a passion of ours and also part of our daily lifestyle and business concepts. However, we do know that this might not be true for all our blog readers. We do understand that some people might even feel overwhelmed by the sudden tsunami of information and tips on how to change your way of life to be more eco-friendly or to live a more sustainable lifestyle. Nonetheless environmental concerns are pressing and we have to find a way to motivate us. We have thought of some ideas on how people can overcome those negative feelings.
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Why does sustainable menstruation hygiene remain a challenge for most women around the world?
Sustainable menstruation hygiene remains a challenge also in western countries. Fortunately, there exist sustainable options for sanitary items, which are not only cheaper in the long term, but are also better for the environment.
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Shiny frames: how sustainable is my pair of glasses?
Ever wondered what your eyewear is made from and how sustainable is it? Probably not. That’s why we looked into it…
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Why do we need to change our online shopping habits to be more sustainable?
Did you know that there is an environmental cost for sending goods back from your online shopping? Of course it is not easy to pin down how much online shopping is damaging our environment, however any unnecessary transportation should be avoided to decrease carbon dioxide emissions. In order to make online shopping more sustainable again, we have to shift our mindset and buying patterns to avoid any unnecessary impact on the environment. We have summarised some tips for consumers and companies in our blog.
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Human society under urgent threat: there is a way forward and we can still bend the curve.
A scientific study just released by the UN reveals that one million species are at risk of extinction. Not only we are causing the extinction of other species, but we are also undermining our life-support system. However, we can act on it.
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Why is there still no scaleable form of ‘decarbonising’ aircraft travel in the near future?
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimates that 4,6 billion passengers will travel by air this year alone, and expects this number to double by 2040! But how does air travel influence our climate? Air travel is still responsible for 3% of global carbon emission. There is also no scaleable form of ‘decarbonising’ aircraft travel in the near future.
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What about your shoes? Why we need better, sustainably made shoes.
At the moment, the footwear industry doesn’t have a great reputation when it comes to being ethical or sustainable. At the same time, the market for sustainably made shoes is now booming driven by consumers’ awareness and visionary entrepreneurs.
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World Water Day 2019: ‘Leaving no one behind’.
In 2010, the UN recognised “the right to safe and clean drinking water and sanitation as a human right that is essential for the full enjoyment of life and all human rights.” Mina Guli decided to raise awareness on the importance of water with a series of epic campaigns , the last one being to run 100 marathons in 100 days. Her story conveys passion, determination and hope.
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Living a sustainable lifestyle is not only about protecting the environment - it is about understanding nature as well!
Living a sustainable lifestyle is not only about reducing our impact on the environment, but also recognising that by being one with nature, we start to understand and respect its resources again. We have highlighted the latest trends to help people be more a part of nature again in our latest blog…
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The Sustainable Development Goals: Engage with them, increase your agency and help children became advocates of a better future.
“The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.” Why only one in 10 people knows what they are?
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Are consumers ever going to walk away from non sustainable products of convenience such as coffee pods?
Some lifestyle trends are hard to understand, especially when they are not eco-friendly. It is estimated that in 2017 alone, Nestle produced around 27 billion Nespresso capsules world-wide, which equates to around 9800 tons of aluminium waste per year. Nespresso has a world-wide recycling rate of 80% since 2015, which is available in 30 countries. But is this enough to not cause harm to the environment?
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Can we leave the hedonic treadmill and shop differently? Yes, we can!
In the past 15 years, global clothing production has doubled to meet demand. But more than half of fast fashion items thrown away in less than a year. Some fashion experts believe a “wake-up moment” for consumers is imminent, just as it has happened for takeaway coffee cups, plastic packaging, deforestation and meat.
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How sustainable and aesthetically made disposable tableware can replace harmful single-use plastic plates & cutlery
Consumers are still widely using disposable tableware and cutlery made of single-use plastic for social gatherings. However, there exist eco-friendly alternatives. Japanese brand Wasara offers beautiful disposable tableware which is very elegant and fully compostable. Wasara also only uses tree-free materials such as bamboo and bagasse.
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New Year’s resolutions for adventurous wildlife lovers…and for anyone that wants to secure a future for all life on Earth
The Living Planet Report 2018 issued a few weeks ago by the World Wildlife Foundation shows that wildlife populations have decreased by 60% globally between 1970 and 2014, but it also contains a powerful message of hope.
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Our Children, our Future: Education for sustainability in five exquisite and thought-provoking books
Education for sustainability is vital to equip children with the knowledge and mind-set that will help them become change agents and bring about positive change. Here we suggest five inspiring books for young readers…and not yet readers.
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Flexitarian, Vegetarian, Vegan, Omnivore: Food habits have an impact on climate change
One in eight Britons is now vegetarian or vegan, with a further 21% that claim to be flexitarian. A great shift in food habits has happened over the past five years and climate change is one of the reasons behind the evolution of consumers’ preferences.
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Mainstream cleaning products can be toxic - do it yourself cleaning products can be an alternative
Newly launched book “"Fresh Clean Home” by green lifestyle blogger offers plenty of alternatives to toxic cleaning products with sustainable, money saving and germ-bustling recipes.
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