Crunchy leaves, chunky sweaters, and pumpkin flavored things – is there anything better than fall? There’s something about the season that reminds us that change is beautiful. If you are looking for ways to keep the fall festivities more environmentally-friendly, then this post is for you.

Let’s be honest, maintaining a zero waste lifestyle while you are on your period can seem daunting. As women, we have enough on our plates all while dealing with the unpleasant symptoms of a period. Seriously, it’s one thing to swap out shopping bags and kitchen utensils, but swapping out your most personal hygiene product? You have to be pretty confident and committed.

Do you have someone in your life who is trying their best to minimize their waste production and be a better advocate for the future of our planet? Lucky you! Chances are they are a bit picky about the gifts they want to receive and a typical store bought gift won’t cut it. Today I’m using my experience as an avid zero-waster to provide you with 25 great zero waste gift ideas under $25. You are sure to find something that they love from this list!

So often our resolutions are focused on our health and well-being, but it’s important to consider the planet as well! Today I’m sharing 20 planet-friendly resolutions that are centred around being a better advocate for our planet.

Are you planning on having a New Year celebration? If so, this post is for you! I’m sharing ten easy ways that you can implement sustainability into your merrymaking whether it be a big gathering or small. Start the year with the right intentions by including one or more of these ideas into your planning.

The holidays are the most magical (waste filled) time of the year! From plastic packaging, and unwanted gifts, to food waste and extra carbon emissions from travel, there are SO many opportunities to throw sustainable habits out the window for the sake of ‘good cheer’. I hope this post can encourage you to show as much kindness to the planet as you do those around you this holiday season!

Are you a person interested in supporting sustainable products and coffee lovers? These zero waste and sustainable coffee products are for you.

Cleaning up the fridge is by no means my favourite activity but a necessary one. In our home, we try our best to clean out our refrigerator once a month. It helps us keep track of expiry dates and what is left behind. I do enjoy the process for the sake of keeping track of our habits and helping us avoid foods waste. The more ways to save on waste the better in my book. For my #organizeoctober event, I’ve come up with an easy-to-follow 15 step process to deep clean and organize my fridge that I’m going to share with you today.

Do not throw away the bananas. Avoid food waste by making this delicious banana bread. It is easy and super tasty.

Over the years I have tried to test out a lot of different diets and routines to see which fit best with my lifestyle. When I adopted a zero waste lifestyle two years ago, I realized I needed to consider the greater impact of my food choices. Not only did I want to prioritize my mental and physical health by eating well, but I also needed to adjust my habits to reduce the amount of waste I was producing in my kitchen.