Washing up isn’t the most fun chore to do, which is why a lot of people prefer the convenience of a dishwasher to washing up by hand. But there’s a common argument that dishwashers use more water and more energy…
In the last few years, there has been an explosion of interest in zero waste and minimalist living. Both movements encourage people to think about how their consumption habits can have a negligible or even positive impact on the environment.…
When you think of zero waste, do you imagine a world where everything is recycled and nothing goes to landfill? Do you picture a future where there are no plastic straws or disposable coffee cups? The ideal zero-waste world sounds…
When you mention the word ‘zero waste’, most people will either think that it is a great idea because of its environmental benefits, or that it is completely unachievable. After all, how can one produce absolutely no waste? When you…
Food waste continues to be a global issue with almost one-third of the world’s food going to waste each year, according to WRAP. In the UK alone, about £19 billion worth of food is thrown away each year. A lot…
Going zero waste is an ambitious project, and one that can seem overwhelming at first. However, the zero waste movement is growing rapidly and there are endless resources to help you get started on your own zero waste journey (including…
Climate change, pollution and the destruction of natural habitats are all issues that have become increasingly prevalent in the media, business, and even personal lives of many people around the world. With the number of environmental awareness campaigns increasing year-on-year,…
When it comes to buying food, many of us are guilty of doing it mindlessly and automatically. Supermarkets are the go-to place for most of us. No matter where you are in the world, chances are you can easily find…
‘Sustainable fishing’ is a term you’re likely to have heard before— perhaps you may have even watched Netflix’s documentary Seaspiracy? Some might argue that fishing is sustainable, after all, humans have been catching fish for thousands of years. But in…
I wore Salt of the Earth’s Natural Deodorant Crystal for 6 weeks, and here’s how I found it. Today we’re talking in-depth about sweaty pits and body odour. Lovely. This is the first of a series of natural deodorant reviews,…
When most people think of recyclable aluminium, they picture a soda or beer can. It’s true that these are readily recognisable as aluminium products. However, there are some things you may not know about cans and their eco-friendliness. In recent…
Deodorant is a product that *most people use every day. Unfortunately, conventional deodorants have a lot of downsides. Many of them are filled with chemicals that can be harmful to the user, the manufacturing process is often not sustainable, and…
Today we live in a world of excess where waste and consumption has become an epidemic. But steps are being taken to help minimise our impact on the environment: in fact, 78% of UK adults have taken steps to reduce…
Eco-friendly labels are popular these days, but do these labels really mean anything? The answer is a big maybe. In the world of marketing, there’s a lot of deceptive practices involved with labelling products. Companies will often label products as…
As we understand more about how the environmental impact of our lifestyles, we are being encouraged to shop for eco-friendly, and more sustainable products. The green economy keeps growing, with more companies opting for greener materials, biodegradable packaging, and renewable…
