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Kick Start a More Sustainable 2021

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

01·25·21

Starting with a global pandemic, the year 2020 has been eventful. It is one that history will not forget soon. Individuals, corporate bodies, and governments all over the world all experienced our fair share of challenges. As the year ends, it is time to look at how well we cared for the environment in the […]

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Try the Buy Nothing New Challenge

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

01·08·21

Our purchasing decisions are responsible for the consumption problem that threatens the planet today. Something as simple as a new t-shirt alone takes so much from the Earth. To grow the cotton to sew a T-shirt, we require 2700 liters of water. Joining the buy nothing new challenge is a great way to reduce the […]

What do Worms Eat? What to Feed Worms for Compost and Gardens

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What do Worms Eat? What to Feed Worms for Compost and Gardens

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

01·08·21

Below we have a look at the importance of common squiggly worms in the ecosystem. Read on to learn more about the different types of worms and the role they play in eco-diversity. Worms have become popular to keep or nurture for home gardeners or those seeking a more sustainable lifestyle. These little creatures can […]

What is Sustainable Tourism? Exploring Sustainability in Travel.

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What is Sustainable Tourism? Exploring Sustainability in Travel.

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

12·05·20

Tourism has tremendous impacts on nations’ economies, providing them with alternative income sources and driving infrastructural development. But many are starting to ask if these benefits are worth the consumption rates, ecological damage, and other negative impacts of having travelers troop in and out of locations daily. Now, we ask, what is sustainable tourism, and […]

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What is Permaculture & its Principles?

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

11·10·20

Around the world, there is untold evidence of humans as destructive agents to nature. The human system has been to collect until resources become exhausted and then move onto something else. Permaculture design is a system of bringing together conceptual, material, and non-material components in a strategic order that benefits all. You might ask, what […]

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Why Is Water Conservation Important?

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

09·04·20

Freshwater is one of the most essential natural resources on our planet. It’s imperative to take an integrated, sustainable approach, consider the world's water cycle, and think about the usage and conservation of freshwater. By asking why water conservation is important, we will begin to uncover the damaging effects of some of our habits and […]

What is the Zero Waste Movement All About?

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What is the Zero Waste Movement All About?

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

04·25·20

What is zero waste really about? When we think about the waste building up in landfills and water bodies, most of us think about plastic. And plastic waste is certainly one of the biggest waste challenges we face. But living a zero-waste lifestyle is not just about ditching those disposable plastic bags and bottles.

How to Reduce Water Waste at Home? Tips to Save Water and Money.

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How to Reduce Water Waste at Home? Tips to Save Water and Money.

BY Jennifer Okafor ·

02·29·20

There is no doubt that most of us take water for granted. Particularly in the UK, where we have wet winters and wet summers too. From showering to washing dishes and even watering the garden, we use and rarely give it’s constant availability a second thought. However, water is not a limitless source and the […]

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Sustainability & Sustainable Living Quotes

01·09·20

Human activities are responsible for the rapid depletion of the earth’s natural resources. Therefore, we can no longer regard sustainable practices as a choice. It is a responsibility that we all hold. Sustainable living describes a lifestyle that aims to minimize the use of natural resources and personal resources by humans. We need a conscious […]

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Vegan Quotes

01·09·20

More people are going vegan every year, and it’s not hard to see why. The cruelty to animals raised for food and the unsustainability associated with traditional omnivorous diets is enough reason for anyone to make the choice. Our selection of vegan quotes are here to share others' journeys to veganism and inspire your choice […]

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Vegetarian Quotes

01·09·20

Vegetarianism is a lifestyle practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat and meat products. Most people choose to be vegetarian to stop contributing to the killing and maltreatment of animals raised for food. Our selection of vegetarian quotes are here to inspire your choices. Talking about a vegetarian diet can draw plenty of criticisms […]

Importance of 4Rs - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

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Importance of 4Rs - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

11·07·19

By growing awareness and gaining an understanding of the environmental impacts we have on our planet, we can be better informed of where and how to act. A lack of awareness and responsibility has all added up to polluted land, sea and air. From a lack of consideration of the environment in the way we […]

Buying into responsible and conscious consumerism

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Buying into responsible and conscious consumerism

BY Sam Colyer ·

08·06·19

What exactly is conscious consumerism? It's actually about being informed. It's about getting to know the businesses that you buy from, and deciding whether or not you support their ethics and ethos. You might agree with their approach to animal testing, sustainability and/or equal pay. Or you might oppose their use of certain ingredients. As […]

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