Zero Waste vs Circular Economy – Your Guide to Getting In the Loop
Zero waste and circular economy concepts are often mixed up or used interchangeably. While they both have similar goals, they are two different models that take approaches towards sustainability, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and ultimately, climate change. The environmental impacts of our existing “take, make, waste” system is becoming more known that generating less waste…Read More…
How to Engage Employees in Zero Waste Programs
Waste in the workplace makes up a significant proportion of the roughly 292.4 million tons of garbage produced in the United States every year. The good news is many businesses are looking to change the status quo, and whether running a small shop or a multinational, business leaders are beginning to introduce initiatives designed to…Read More…
The Best Zero-Waste Cosmetics – Check Out our Top 10
People are increasingly aware of the packaging waste associated with food and drinks, but beauty products are also responsible for a huge amount of waste. In fact, the beauty industry now produces more than 120 billion units of packaging every year, which contributes to the loss of around 18 million acres of forest per year, as well as sending vast amounts…Read More…
Zero Waste Advantages – How You Can Make a Difference
Going zero waste is good, right? Seems simple enough. But, have you ever actually stopped to ask… why? What are the benefits of zero waste? What impact does it have on you, your health, your household, the economy, the planet? In truth, it’s not easy to tackle these questions, but by taking a look into…Read More…
Zero Waste Spotlight – Boox Box
Nearly one quarter of our waste is paper and cardboard and with online sales up 32% this year, that means even more cardboard could end up in landfill. Luckily, there are companies coming up with innovative ways to reduce our cardboard waste. We sat down with one of them – Boox CEO Matt Semmelhack –…Read More…
Top 10 Zero Waste Companies Pushing for a Sustainable Future
Cars, candy, clothes, cosmetics, cleaning products. They’re the everyday items of a modern society that most of us can’t help but use, even though we might have serious concerns about their impact on the environment. The question is when it comes to all the waste that is generated when producing and consuming these products, can…Read More…
Zero Waste NYC — Your Guide to How New York is Building a Zero Waste City
New York City is the most populous city in the United States. With all those residents, businesses, events, and visitors comes waste, lots of waste. The good news is that the amount of waste that NYC produces is on the decline, with curbside pickups reducing the waste stream from almost 3.5 million tons in 2005…Read More…
Decorate this Season with Sustainable Options
We love the holiday season but we’re not crazy about the waste that comes with it. During the holiday season, Americans will spend nearly $1,000 each on gifts, décor, food, etc. With all those purchases comes waste that can be avoided. Here are some ways you can cut back on waste without comprising holiday cheer. Holiday Decor Most agree, seeing beautiful decorations inside…Read More…
Bamboo vs. Plastic – Why is bamboo better?
We are aware that plastic has become a staple in our society. From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, plastic products are within reach. Because plastic is inexpensive to produce, it is often overlooked that it takes over 1000 years for it to biodegrade – if it even does…Read More…
Zero-Waste Swap Shop – Starter Kit
If you’re just starting out on your zero-waste journey, then deciding on which products to swap out first can be a little overwhelming. To get you off to a running start, our Zero-Waste Starter Kit, helps you start small, by slowly replacing those wasteful products in your home with more sustainable alternatives. The Zero-Waste…Read More…