Q&A with Natalia Trevino Amaro
Roughly 12 million tons of textile waste ends up in landfill each year in the US alone, primarily coming from discarded clothing. As consumers become more aware of the consequences of fast fashion, they are beginning to look for sustainable alternatives, whether that means thrifting, buying used, or supporting sustainable clothing brands. Natalia Trevino Amaro…Read More…
Recycling Pumpkins in Your City or State
For many Americans, Halloween is a high point of the year, unfortunately however, it’s also a holiday that produces a huge amount of waste, leaving behind candy-wrappers, single-use decorations, and disposable costumes by the ton. Pumpkins make up a large part of this waste, and the World Economic Forum estimates that United States produces around…Read More…
Eco-anxiety — Mental Health and Zero Waste
Eco-anxiety is becoming increasingly prevalent, especially among young people, and its symptoms range from feelings of panic and grief to guilt and shame about personal choices. As the climate crisis intensifies, this anxiety is likely to get worse, so it is vital the people find methods to cope with it. Below, we look at what…Read More…
Is Zero Waste Impossible? Debunking the Most Common Zero-Waste Myths
Along with the rise of the zero-waste movement, there has been the inevitable backlash. As is often the case with aspirational concepts, many assessments only look to discredit it rather than understand it. Zero waste is particularly susceptible to such dismissals because, on the face of it, the challenge laid out feels insurmountable. How can…Read More…
Top 10 Zero-Waste Baby Products
Having a new baby is a wonderful, life-changing experience. It can bring joy and happiness watching your child grow and develop. However, it’s important to recognize that bringing another life into the world also has a significant environmental impact. Since 1928, the population of the planet has almost quadrupled, and in the last 50 years,…Read More…
Clean Clothes, Clean Planet – Best Zero-Waste Laundry Products
Although laundry can feel like the most insignificant of everyday tasks, it’s an important part of a zero-waste lifestyle. We already use a huge amount of energy and water in keeping our clothes clean and fresh via washing machines and dryers, so there’s plenty of reasons to minimize the negative environmental impact that conventional laundry products are having on…Read More…
9 Zero-Waste Shipping and Mail Order Packaging Options
When it comes to shipping products and goods, plastic wrap, Styrofoam peanuts, bubble wrap, or similar single-use or recyclable plastics have the market cornered. After all, both businesses and consumers want goods to arrive safely at their destination, and while the environmental impact is clear, most people will generally fall back on recycling programs and…Read More…
What is Ethical Consumerism?
Hi, I’m Katia. I’m 27 years old and, if you’ve been here before, you know that I am a new mom living in a new city (NYC). More importantly, you might also know that I’m really into sustainability. If you didn’t know, well, now you do. I will be sharing with you some ways to…Read More…
Zero Waste Week – September 6th to 10th
Every movement needs a celebration to mark its progression, and the zero-waste movement is no different. However, with education and awareness among the core objectives of waste reduction, the internationally-acclaimed Zero Waste Week is much more than a moment to reflect on goals achieved—it is, in fact, an indispensable tool in the fight against waste…Read More…
Back to School – Top Zero Waste Student Supplies
The start of a new school year is here, and for parents and students that means one thing—it’s time to stock up on school supplies. School supplies are an essential part of every student’s life, but all those colorful folders, plastic binders and dividers, markers and crayons, staplers, glue sticks, and backpacks don’t always fit…Read More…