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9 B Certified Canadian Companies You Need to Support
In this article, we’ll discover the performance standards for B Corps, why you should support them, and nine Canadian companies that are leading the change. If you want to help a business do well by also doing good, keep reading!
30 Zero Waste Quotes to Inspire Sustainable Action
For today’s post, I’ve compiled a list of 30 straight-to-the-point zero waste quotes to keep you motivated (and laughing) along the way.
6 Apps to Help You Reduce Your Waste in Canada
Everyone has a cell phone these days, but it may not be the first tool you think of when looking to start a zero waste journey. However if you are looking to become a more conscious consumer, look to your iPhone or Android for the latest resources in sustainable living. From anti-food waste to eco-shopping, there’s an app for almost anything.
4 Zero Waste and Reusable Period Products
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.
5 Ways to Stop Hurting the Coral Reefs
It is our duty to not only protect the land of the earth, but the water as well. Litter, pollution, overfishing, and climate change are all impacting the future health of reefs as we speak. Not only is this detrimental to thousands of species, it’s important to know that the health of our oceanic ecosystem affects humans too. So what can you do to help? Today I’m sharing 5 practical ways to stop hurting the coral reefs.
Overconsumption and Overproduction: How to Live Sustainably in a Capitalistic Society
You now might be asking, but, how does this affect me personally? Which might seem insensitive but is totally fair because on the surface, it doesn’t. We are a part of the 20% — with resources available at our disposal. We have running water, a healthcare system, medicine, safe living conditions, the true impact of this problem doesn’t quite reach you yet. Though 80% of humanity is without those things.
I Tried a Zero-Waste Waterless Shampoo and Conditioner
This is an honest review of my experience with Everist haircare. I purchased their shampoo and conditioner on my own to try out before connecting with them to integrate affiliate links into this review. Should you choose to make a purchase, I will receive a small commission from the sale. All opinions in this review are my own.
Is the Zero Waste Lifestyle Expensive?
The zero-waste lifestyle is not expensive if you reuse what you have, spend smart, reduce your consumerism habits, and buy second-hand when possible. Over time, the zero waste lifestyle can save you lots of money. After living a zero-waste lifestyle for 2 years, I can confidently confirm that the zero-waste lifestyle is not inherently expensive but it may seem like it is.
10 Affordable Zero Waste Products Under $10
There are not many zero waste or sustainable products under $10. After doing some research, here are the zero-waste products you can buy for under $10. All prices are in USD dollars.
5 Reasons Why Zero-Waste Lifestyle Is Hard [INFOGRAPHIC]
When I decided to go zero waste, it was not all of the sudden. It took lots of reading, lots of exploring, and researching. I know that you feel overwhelmed and you think that you need to buy more things to go zero waste. It is really not that hard once you establish. Some things that helped me…