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4 Notes On Sustainable Fashion And 8 Of The Best Sustainable Fabrics

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Sustainable fashion is a term that’s increasingly used (and overused, often with little to back it up) these days, as we all become ever more aware of the serious environmental impact of our clothes – with the industry responsible for a shocking four to 10 per cent of global greenhouse-gas emissions every year. We can certainly choose to shop […]

12 Useful Zero Waste Tips Make Your Life Better

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Looking to create a more sustainable home for you and your family? Check out these zero waste tips that are simple and so effective! Zero Waste living has become a popular environmental aspiration. Many approaches to zero-waste living exist, and individuals are turning to them for various reasons; individuals from diverse backgrounds, inspirations, motivators, household […]

Top 9 Best Indoor Plants To Keep You & Your Family Healthy

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Indoor plants have become increasingly popular over the last few years, and for good reason. Not only are they pretty, but they have a whole host of health benefits. Nothing adds more beauty and comfort to our homes and offices than the lush flowers and foliage of indoor plants. Bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, cubicles… There really […]

Paper Coffee Cup: 2 Awful Environmental Impacts You Must Know

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Takeaway paper coffee cup, so surely this waste problem can easily be solved with recycling? Sadly not.  Like most people, you are likely to start your day off with a cup of coffee (or a few). Worldwide we drink over 1.6 billion cups of coffee every day. From strong, dark espressos to creamy egg-based coffee, […]

Organic Food: 4 Reasons Why They Are Better For Your Health

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Organic foods have exploded in popularity over the last two decades. There are countless decisions to make while strolling through the supermarket aisles, not the least of which is whether or not to buy organic. The organic food industry is a booming business, and it’s expected to grow even grander as more and more foods […]

Freshen Room: 9 Easy and Plastic-Free Tips

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Plastic-free products to freshen room can help us to live greener and more environmentally-friendly lives. 250 million Americans used air freshener sprays and room deodorizers in 2018. While we don’t know what percentage of Americans are using waste-intensive versions, one can infer. A quick online search for air fresheners yields a long list of plastic-packaged […]

Zero Waste Wardrobe: 6 Easy Tips For Everyone

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Zero Waste Wardrobe will bring you into the magic world of sustainability with these 6 easy tips! The textile industry is the second most polluting industry in the world. And is not just a matter of mass production. Many of the clothes we wear, especially those coming from fast-fashion, release toxic chemicals and micro plastics. […]

A Rubbish-free Bedroom In 7 Easy Steps

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Tips for a Rubbish-free Bedroom You want your bedroom to be a calm and relaxing sanctuary where you can unwind and relax before drifting off into a restful night’s sleep.  So, you want it to be free from clutter and nasty chemicals.  Here are a few tips on how you can start achieving Rubbish-free Bedroom. […]

4 Things About Sustainable Forestry: Hero Of Nature

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Sustainable forestry is now becoming one of the most important thing that every country is aiming for. If you care about the environment, then you probably already know why forests are so crucial to the health of our planet. Simply put, we cannot survive on this planet without forests. In a sense, they breathe for the […]

Zero Waste Cooking – 5 Facts About This Trend

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Zero waste cooking is an action you can easily take in your home. With a bit of planning and practice, you can reduce waste from your meals and have a more sustainable kitchen. Did you know that Americans throw out over 40% of their food? While some live in poverty, households and restaurants throw out tons of […]