Weddings can be exceedingly wasteful, but it is possible to plan a memorable wedding day with less waste. Follow these five tips for hosting an eco-friendly wedding reception.
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No need to buy new stationery each year — rather reuse what you already have and shop secondhand. Where you need to buy, buy these eco-friendly school and office supplies options instead and invest in reusable stationery…
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What are the positives of using period pants in those early years of menstruation? Teen period pants brand, EMREN THE LABEL share why period pants are perfect for teens’ first periods and answer all the common questions teens have about their use, including their use at school.
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Many are struggling with the cost of living at the moment. How can you reduce your cost of living by reducing your waste? We share 9 ways in which reducing our waste has reduced our spending and cost of living.
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Reuse old phones by buying a refurbished phone instead of a new phone! These renewed devices are like new but cheap and an eco-friendly alternative. Here’s what to look for when shopping for a refurbished phone and where to buy a secondhand phone or any electronic device online.
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What’s the secret to showing up with a single-use-free picnic basket? How can you pull off a zero waste picnic? We share some inspo, tips and easy shared nibbles recipes for keeping picnics as plastic free as possible.
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Which of the containers that we picked up during the pandemic at our packaging picnic are actually a plus for the planet? We rate takeaway container options from green to greenwashing to help food places and people pick the most eco-friendly packaging to reduce plastic and other environmental pollution.
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COVID-19 has had many questioning whether it is safe to use reusables and has seen many cafes and restaurants only allowing single-use. We look into whether reusables can be contagious, share how to achieve contactless transfers of food and coffee, and the best way to clean your reusables.
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Is the expansion of the reuse systems that have remained up and running during COVID-19 and the adoption of reuse systems by businesses a better way to reuse in the future? We explore why these systems may be better, what is needed for them to be successful, the barriers and benefits of reusable packaging, and the role of legislation.
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It can be hard to stay zero waste when travelling. Where do you buy in bulk, compost food waste, and refill your water bottle with water that is safe to drink? How do you find sustainable businesses to support? Luckily, there’s an app for all of that! We list 4 apps that help us stay low waste when travelling.
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Justine Law enlightens us on the art of travelling light - why it is important, what it has to do with being sustainable, and how to do it!
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Want to avoid plastic and polystyrene takeaway containers and other polluting and wasteful single-use receptacles used for takeout? Follow these 5 steps to maximise your chances of getting food to go in your own BYO container.
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For any regular day, road trip or holiday overseas to be low waste, planning ahead is an important step! Here’s how we ensure we have what we need on us to refuse and reduce waste without having to carry all our reusables all the time. This is what we pack in our bag to be zero waste wherever we're going...
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Camping is a great way to enjoy and get an appreciation for nature! How can it be done in an eco-friendly way that leaves no trace? We share our tips for zero waste camping trips!
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Beeswax wraps can be used in loads of different ways, including as a pouch for getting takeaway food on the go or cheese for a deli. We show you how to fold your beeswax wraps into a sandwich bag to replace plastic baggies.
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A furoshiki wrap is a simple square piece of cloth and so much more! Among other things, with a few knots it can be turned into a bag. Here’s how to DIY one and tie it into a bag…
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While flying is by no means sustainable, there are a few ways in which you can reduce the waste you make when you choose to take flight. Here's 10 ways you can lower your impact.
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How can you avoid water in plastic bottles when you live in or are travelling in a country with tap water that is undrinkable?
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Looking for an alternative to plastic dog poop bags? These DIY newspaper bags are the perfect solution. No more paying for poo bags and no more plastic! Learn how to make a newspaper pet waste pickup pouch…
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Wondering which reusable food container to go with? Steel or glass? A tiffin or bento box? Insulated or not? Read our complete guide to containers for takeout and lunch boxes for on-the-go, eco-friendly adults and others wanting to reduce their waste but not their lunch options.
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