Zero-Waste Communities Across the Globe
For the zero-waste system to make the greatest impact, it needs to work for everyone—on scales both large and small. Unfortunately, it’s often perceived as a lifestyle choice for those who have the time and money to invest in the right habits and products. The reality is there are communities of all sizes and economic…Read More…
7 Zero-Waste Alternatives for Everyday Items We Can’t Live Without
It’s an undeniable fact that many of the disposable products we use every day are incredibly convenient and practical, making our busy lives easier. Whether at home or in the office, in a shared kitchen or private bathroom, the ability to cook, clean, and take care of our personal hygiene is something that no one…Read More…
Zero-Waste Policy and Legislation
For many people, zero waste is often seen as a grassroots initiative, with communities and individuals taking personal responsibility for waste reduction on varying scales. This is perhaps best illustrated in the surge in popularity of the zero-waste lifestyle movement, most notably with programs like the mason jar challenge or consumer-led initiatives designed to cut…Read More…
Veles: Compost, Cleaning, and Circularity
Veles — Finding Innovative Solutions in Circular Manufacturing To tackle the “take, make, dispose” production of everyday goods and focus on true circularity, there needs to be a shift away from linear manufacturing, which is sending valuable resources and dangerous chemicals through our homes and into the trash. Instead, there needs to be a focus…Read More…
Zero Waste Boston — Your Guide to How Boston is Building a Zero Waste City
Between residents, businesses, and institutions, the City of Boston generates around 1,156,000 tons of waste every year, with only 25% diverted from landfill—a full 12% lower than the national average. For Bostonians, the news gets worse, and in fact, of the 874,000 tons sent to incinerators and landfills, an estimated 75% is potentially recyclable or…Read More…
Zero Waste Chicago — Your Guide to How Chicago is Working Towards Zero Waste
In 2019, the recycling rate in Chicago stood at just 8.28% according to city statistics. This falls far short of the national recycling rate of 32.1%, and even further behind other cities in the US, some of which boast recycling rates of 70% or higher. However, unlike other cities in the US, Chicago hasn’t yet implemented its own recognizable zero waste…Read More…
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…