Taking on greener shopping practices is essential in the fight against climate change, however, it can be hard to break old habits and remember to grab refillable containers on our way out to the shops. Well, Tesco’s new zero-waste shopping scheme, developed in partnership with … [Read more...] about Tesco and Loop begin easy and convenient refillable shopping scheme
Zero waste
This giant wind turbine can be recycled at the end of its life
While wind turbines are an essential part of our journey towards a fossil fuel-free future, they still leave a footprint on the environment. This is because, though they last as long as 25 years, turbine blades are incredibly difficult to recycle, which means that they’re bound … [Read more...] about This giant wind turbine can be recycled at the end of its life
6 Thrifty ways to reuse the single-use plastic left in your life
It’s no secret that plastic pollution is a gargantuan problem, and to address that, many have started to invest in reusable products to replace single-use plastic. However, as much as we try to avoid it, the reality is that at some point, we may still have to deal with it. Plus, … [Read more...] about 6 Thrifty ways to reuse the single-use plastic left in your life
This sleek, zero-waste kitchen design takes a stance against personal waste
A zero-waste kitchen is every eco enthusiast's dream. But, as many of us might know by now, leaving no waste behind when cooking is a daunting, if not seemingly impossible, task. In an effort to make things easier, designer Ivana Steiner has created a sustainable kitchen — made … [Read more...] about This sleek, zero-waste kitchen design takes a stance against personal waste
This zero-waste body wash is a pouch that dissolves in your shower
Water is a key ingredient in most body wash products that come in plastic bottles. This poses two key environmental challenges: On top of the sustainability issue that comes with fossil fuel-derived packaging, shipping water also comes at a high environmental cost. Seeking to … [Read more...] about This zero-waste body wash is a pouch that dissolves in your shower