Becoming Sustainable
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What is Circular Economy?
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Are you tired of the same old wasteful ways of our current economy? Want to save the planet while also saving money? Look no further than the revolutionary concept of circular economy! Discover how this game-changing system is reshaping industries and paving the way for a more sustainable future. Don't miss out on this eco-friendly revolution - read on to learn more! -
Why is Zero Plastic not equal to Zero Carbon Emission?
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Does zero plastic equate to zero emissions? Do you know what carbon emissions are? Replacing plastic is not a straightforward solution to achieving our climate goals. read more to find out why -
Understanding Important Climate Change Jargons
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There are many technical words that we keep hearing in popular media related to climate action but what do these buzzwords actually mean? Are terms like Carbon neutral, Carbon Negative, Net Zero and Climate Positive just marketing gimmicks or are they definitive? Do they all mean the same thing or do they differ? read further to find the answers
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3 Pillars of Sustainability
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We often associate sustainability with the protection of the environment but sustainability cannot be achieved in isolation,but is rather the combined development of three factors. Just like all components of an ecosystem are interdependent, in the same way true sustainability can only be achieved by paying equal attention to its three facets. Sustainability itself refers to systematic development of all aspects of life and hence its determinants also come from all these facets. Society, economy and the environment are three facets of development that need to be considered when targeting the goal of sustainability. Read More. -
What You Need to Know About Azo Dyes
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Azo dyes are used in almost all products like plastics, food, cosmetics and textiles. Since they have intense pigmentation they are used on all textiles with ease, whether they are natural or artificial and around 70% of commercial textiles employ these dyes. But azo dyes are extremely harmful to the environment and humans. Read More.. -
Why Opt for Recycled Cotton
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According to research, using 1000kg of recycled cotton yarn can save 0.5 hectares of land, C02 emissions are reduced by 6600 kg, and 2783 cubic meters of irrigation water are saved. An obvious benefit of recycling cotton is that pure recycled cotton is biodegradable, which ensures that we do not have to worry about a prolonged effect on the environment, such as with recycled synthetic fibres. Read more... -
Take a Vacation: Sustainably
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Historically humans remained close to their homes but globalisation has led to the concept of vacation. Vacation refers to a period of time that you take off from your daily life to relax and enjoy and is essentially an experience that entails travelling away from homes for a change of environment to get rid of monotony.
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Food Storage: Go Plastic Free
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Plastic containers have been a part of our childhood, and plastic containers, in general, have proved useful time and again to store a variety of items. From storing leftovers to storing lunches for school, plastic containers were an important part of our everyday life. -
Benefits of Thrifting
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Trends come and go almost cyclically but some things remain evergreen. Thrifting or thrift shopping is the act of buying pre-loved items at a discounted price. These items that have lost their value to another might still prove to be invaluable for you. Respecting the things we own is important as opposed to treating them as merely replaceable. The capitalist culture would lead you to believe that buying pre-owned things is a waste of your resources but oftentimes you can hunt for real treasures in thrift stores that far surpass their retail value. Thrifting is not only beneficial for you and your wallet but also for the planet.
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Are Plastics Really Bad for the Environment?
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The problem of plastic pollution is grossly misunderstood by the masses. Paper and metal straws can combat this problem only when used daily, and replacing your plastic grocery bag with a cloth one would have a considerable impact (although every step counts!) when you use the same bag for the rest of your life.
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Zero-waste Products for Beginners
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While it is not always necessary to get new products to go zero-waste, it is extremely important to take a stock of things that you already have. The ultimate goal of the zero-waste movement is to reduce the amount of things we discard so starting to assess our existing habits and articles can have a huge impact on the overall waste we generate. -
Zero Waste Menstrual Hygiene Products
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Going zero-waste in every aspect of your life has now become more of a necessity than a lifestyle choice considering the deteriorating condition o...
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