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no flexible plastic

Be wary of flexible plastic Did you know that flexible plastic has a much higher… Read More

Switch to bamboo toothbrushes

Switch to bamboo toothbrushes In the US, 1 BILLION plastic toothbrushes are thrown out each… Read More

Support the local arts

Support the local arts Research by the Uni of Pennsylvania has shown that “a high… Read More

Do plastic-free July

Try plastic free July to learn new habits about living plastic free.

Your fave brands and their supply chain

Learn how easy it is to write your favourite brands about if they have an ethical supply chain.

Buy ethically sourced gold

Buy ethically sourced gold There are 22 countries that are known to use child labour… Read More

stain resistant fabrics

Avoid stain resistant fabrics Stain resistant clothing and furniture may seem convenient but the price… Read More

Recycled toilet paper

Start buying recycled toilet paper for earth’s sake.

How are your favorite products made

Find out how your fave products are made There are a lot of issues to… Read More

Fix it, don’t toss it

Fix it There are many reasons to consider repairing rather than tossing. Repairing items can… Read More

DIY soap

Learn how to make your own soap that is healthier for your family and the environment.

Phthalates in food

Learn how and why you should write your favourite food brands about if they test for phthalates.

Carbon offset your travel

Carbon offset your travel When the weather starts getting colder, many of us start thinking… Read More

Embrace the sharing economy

Embrace the sharing economy Sharing rather than owning can help you save money, earn income,… Read More

Seek out unpackaged food

Have an impact on how much plastic your local grocery store uses.

Easy on the upgrades

Easy on the upgrades There’s been a lot of press lately about single-use plastics and… Read More

Borrow, don’t buy

Borrow, don't buy Before buying something you might use only once or twice, try posting… Read More

Buy fair trade chocolate

Buy fair trade chocolate Did you know that chocolate is one of the highest risks… Read More

no food waste

Learn how you can be proactive about food waste.

Try loose leaf tea

Try loose leaf tea Did anyone read that horrifying article about the BILLIONS of microplastics… Read More

You can use your purchasing power

Use your purchasing power When shopping for loved ones and for yourself, keep in mind… Read More

Look for the CE mark

Learn what the CE mark is and why you should look out for it for your environmental health.

Foraging how to

Learn the basics about foraging.

Digital detox

Learn how to do a digital declutter.

DIY lip balm

Make your own lip balm Conventional lip balms are often full of manmade chemicals that… Read More

No microwave popcorn

Learn why you should avoid microwave popcorn and how to make easy alternatives.

Don’t shop at dollar stores

Don't shop at dollar stores (if you can) Not only are dollar stores filled with… Read More

Ask stores about child labour

Learn how to ask your local stores about how they avoid child labor in their supply chains.

Sustainable seafood

Learn the importance of buying sustainable seafood and how to do it.

symbolic animal adoption

Adopt an animal The World Wildlife Fund has a beautiful program where you can symbolically… Read More

Rotate toys

Rotate your kids' toys Do your kids have too many toys? You can donate or… Read More

Use cloth napkins

Use cloth napkins Why are we still using paper napkins? It’s madness to keep spending… Read More

Buy forest friendly

Buy forest friendly Forests store and cycle huge amounts of carbon so deforestation is a… Read More

Declutter your home

Declutter your home Getting rid of extra stuff in your home can have psychological benefits,… Read More

Ditch your perfume

Learn why you need to ditch your perfume for your health and for the earth’s sake.

Buy a rain barrel

Buy a rain barrel If you have a backyard, getting a rain barrel is a… Read More

Host a clothing swap

Host a clothing swap By now, you've heard of the perils of fast fashion. Cheap… Read More

Be purposeful when buying gifts for kids

Be purposeful when buying gifts for kids When you have kids, the steady stream of… Read More

Rent your special occasion clothes

Rent your special occasion clothes The fashion industry is one of the most resource-intensive industries… Read More

Know jewellery sources

Learn why you should be asking your favourite brands about how they source the minerals in their jewelry.