Tag: zero waste

  • Putting Away Plastic: The Rise of Zero Waste Grocery Stores

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    Around the globe, there is a drive to reduce plastic waste. The movement has picked up in many cities with hotels, restaurants and shops cutting down on the use of single-use items like plastic straws and bags. Most of this waste are used in packaging and many, frankly are unnecessary. From packing avocados and oranges […]

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  • Should you buy dried or tinned beans to reduce your environmental impact?

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    Over recent years, consumers have become more concerned about the environmental impact of the products they buy, especially food. The simultaneous rise of the zero waste movement has meant a lot of focus on the packaging of our food, arguing that we need to be eliminating our household waste and opting for the option with […]

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  • Zero waste town: Turkey to set precedent for eco-friendly project

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    Looking to boost its Zero Waste Project, Turkey seeks to create its own Kamikatsu, a Japanese town that became world-renowned for its top recycling rate, media reports say. A town will be picked out of more than 900 where every type of waste will be recycled The Zero Waste Project launched by first lady Emine […]

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  • How are your favorite beauty, cosmetic products contributing to the global issue of plastic pollution?

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    As you unwrap the latest batch of goodies from your most recent beauty, cosmetic and personal care shopping spree, much of the packaging containing your favorite items, from shampoos to moisturizers, consists of some form of plastic. If those empty containers aren’t recycled properly, they’ll most likely end up joining the 13 million tons of plastic dumped […]

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  • Going Zero Waste in 5 Steps

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    Going zero waste doesn’t need to be hard! Here are 5 steps to going zero waste to help you begin the process! Step 1. Just Say No to Crap To truly go zero, one must commit to refusing to allow crap into your life.  Before you buy anything (or accept any freebie) ask: is it […]

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