Reusable vs Disposable – What’s the Future for Packaging?
From food to toiletries and drinks to electronics, packaging is everywhere. It makes a huge impact on the planet with countless resources used in the creation of products often designed to be discarded. Additionally, a large portion of that packaging used to protect consumer goods is manufactured from plastic and is never recycled. To put…Read More…
Zero-Waste Certification for Businesses and Organizations
As the zero-waste movement continues to pick up momentum around the world, there are growing concerns surrounding greenwashing and unsubstantiated environmental claims. After all, anyone can declare zero-waste credentials, and modern marketing has a subtly persuasive way of making consumers believe any given product or company is eco-friendly when it is, in fact, not. Transparency…Read More…
Zero-Waste Programs in the US
As the US looks towards the future, the nation’s waste generation is a cause for concern. The national picture as of 2018, according to the EPA, puts MSW generation at 292 million tons per year, with just 69.1 million tons recycled. Leaving aside composting and waste-to-energy figures, a staggering 146.1 million tons of waste went…Read More…
Zero Waste Manufacturing – What is it and how does it work?
For those interested in reducing their carbon footprint and the amount of waste they create at home, a zero-waste lifestyle provides a practical approach to sustainability. However, zero waste means more than simply refusing plastic bags or composting food waste on an individual level. The ultimate goal of zero waste is to develop and promote…Read More…
Zero Waste Philadelphia – Your Guide to How the City is Improving Waste Management
The City of Philadelphia is tackling the challenge of zero waste head-on with bold policies, innovative programs, and plans to engage residents, businesses, and community groups in progressive waste management projects. Aiming for the ambitious goal of becoming 90% zero waste and litter-free by 2035, the city has taken it first steps towards both residential…Read More…
The Top Ten Zero-Waste Influencers in the World Today
‘Going zero waste’ has taken off in recent years, and the movement has been propelled forward by advocates who have taken to social media to promote zero-waste living and more sustainable lifestyles. A synergy between raising awareness and the power of the internet, zero-waste influencers regularly create compelling podcasts, curate informative YouTube channels, and contribute…Read More…
Top 8 Earth Day Activities for People of All Ages 2021
Earth Day is just around the corner, offering people of all ages the opportunity to celebrate the planet and take positive environmental action. From nature-based crafts in the garden to international concerts, there are plenty of Earth Day activities for you to do. Below are some of our favorites, but first, why did Earth Day…Read More…
10 Zero-Waste DIY Craft Projects — Upcycle Your Gifting Today!
In 2018, the United States generated 292.4 million tons of trash, with the average American producing 4.9 pounds per day. These figures are shocking; however, growing numbers of people are becoming aware of the impact our existing waste generation is having on the environment. Today, this increasing awareness of our trash is leading to action on…Read More…
Zero Waste Washington DC – How the District is Working Towards Becoming a Zero-Waste Capital
The US capital has been making gains towards zero waste over the past decade, slowly implementing legislation while supporting both businesses and communities on their zero-waste journeys. In fact, in 2015, DC was ranked within the top ten cities for working towards zero waste goals. The repercussion of this has seen the residential recycling rate…Read More…
How to Organize a Zero Waste Event – A Short Guide
Turning your next event into a zero-waste event is a fantastic way to contribute towards local, national, and global sustainability goals and raise awareness of the ever-growing waste streams. It’s also a truly grassroots way of getting people involved in the zero-waste movement, leading by example and showing everyone involved exactly how zero waste can…Read More…