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Scrappy Eats: 8 of the Best Zero-Waste Cookbooks for a More Sustainable Kitchen
With sustainable eating becoming a bigger priority for consumers post-pandemic, alongside the aim to be more frugal amid the cost-of-living crisis, cutting down on waste is more important than ever. To that end, here are some of the most…
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Is The Zero Waste Jar Trend Over?
By Joseph Winters, Grist
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Almost a decade ago, Kathryn Kellogg started storing all of her trash — every receipt, sticker,…
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Saltyco’s BioPuff: the Plant-Based Material Revolutionising the Puffer Jacket
UK startup Saltyco has developed a BioPuff, a new bulrush-based fill material for puffer jackets that has a feather-like structure. A sustainable alternative to animal- and petroleum-based materials like duck or goose fibres and polyester…
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Would You Pay For Meat & Dairy’s True Cost? German Supermarket Tests Climate-Inclusive Pricing
In a weeklong trial, German discount retailer Penny has increased the prices of nine products – mostly dairy and meat – to reflect their true cost on the climate (including soil and water use) and human health. Implemented across its 2,150…
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Consumers Worldwide Eager to Adopt Sustainable Lifestyles, Alibaba Research Finds
Alibaba Group's latest ESG report reveals insights into consumer attitudes toward sustainability and the role businesses can play in promoting more conscious choices.
According to independent research commissioned by Alibaba Group, a…
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8 Easy, Eco-Friendly Swaps To Make Right Now
Make new eco habits with these eco-friendly swaps you can make today to ditch single-use products.
We like to think that we don’t leave a massive footprint behind on our planet. But have you thought of the many little things in our…
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From B12 to Vitamin D, Key Vitamins Come From Animals, But You Can Get Them on a Vegan Diet, Too
Vitamins including B12 and D are critical for health. But they're most often sourced from animals, which is not ideal if you follow a vegan diet. Here's how to get them from alternative sources.
A growing body of research suggests that…
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Food Footprint: Is Eating Seafood Better for the Climate Than Meat?
With the climate crisis climbing to the top of the global agenda, more people are beginning to take notice of the connection between our consumption choices and the carbon footprint it leaves behind. While some questions about the…
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Glass Or Plastic: Which Is Better For The Planet?
Green Queen weigh in on one of the ultimate eco debates: glass or plastic? We set the record straight once and for all for you zero-wasters!
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10 Reasons Eating Fish and Seafood Is Bad for Your Health and the Planet
Reducing seafood intake is one of the key ways you can help alleviate your negative effect on the planet, but there are also a host of other important reasons make a pass on fish for dinner.
From biodiversity loss to more frequent…
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What Is Your Digital Footprint & How Can You Minimise It?
From generating huge amounts of waste to spewing out greenhouse gases, here is everything you need to know about the environmental impact of your digital use and what we can individually do to minimise it.
Thanks to the Digital…
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Sustainable Laundry Guide: The Planet Forward Way To Care For Your Clothes
Even the most dedicated eco-warriors amongst us may not realize that how you wash, dry and care for your clothes has a significant impact on the climate. Our guide to sustainable laundry covers what you need to know.
By the time you…
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Sustainable Fashion Guide: The 8 Rules to Building a Responsible Wardrobe
Sustainable fashion is on the rise, with mainstream brands and luxury labels alike embracing the trend. Yet the truth of it is, many of us still feel overwhelmed as consumers: is it possible to be a conscious fashionista?
Many of us…
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Greenwashing Is Everywhere – Here’s What It Is And How to Spot It In Action
Greenwashing has become ubiquitous, especially on social media. But how can well-meaning netizens stay on top of what greenwashing is and what it isn't? Below, a guide to greenwashing: what is it, how to spot it, and how to avoid it.
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I Grew My Own Produce in Hong Kong. Here’s What I Learned From Urban Farming.
As a vegan and sustainable food advocate, growing my own organic produce had always been something I wanted to do.
I never thought it was possible to grow my own food right here in Hong Kong, a city famous for its skyscrapers, bright…
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5 DIY Zero-Waste Bathroom Essentials From Toothpaste To Face Masks
We all want to live a little lighter on earth, but making waste-free choices doesn’t mean that we have to sacrifice on our favourite bath, body and skincare products. Read on for some inspiration to eliminate waste from your daily routine…
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Low Waste Life: Confessions Of An Ex-Zero-Waste Jar Activist
Several years ago, I made the somewhat difficult and hugely inconvenient decision to keep all my waste in a glass jar.
I wanted to make as large an environmental impact as possible and walk the talk about advocating for a greener and…
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13 Ways To Reduce Your Food Waste Footprint Right Now
Looking to do your part to fight food waste? You can do a lot without ever leaving home. Here's how.
Our world is facing an unprecedented food waste crisis, which is contributing more than 10 percent of global carbon emissions that…
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Organic Labeling and Logos – Get The Facts
What's in a label? Here's why organic labeling and logos matter—and what they actually mean.
We always need more facts as conscious consumers. We do not live in an ideal world. There is no choice you can make at the grocery store that…
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These 3 Pollution-Fighting House Plants to Upgrade Your Indoor Air
Decorating your home with plants won’t just brighten up your home, it will literally make you healthier. Plants offer numerous benefits for our well-being, the most notable of which are that they literally clean the air around them, a must…
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Is Sugar Vegan? Bone Char Filtration, The Industry’s Dirty Secret
Is sugar vegan? Why wouldn't it be, right? How's this for a shocking fact: not all sugars on the supermarket shelf are vegan.
Even though sugar comes from the sugarcane plant and does not contain animal products, the process used to…
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