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Book Review: Ruined by Design by Mike Monteiro

Terra Infirma

The holocaust is obviously an extreme case, but ‘Ruined by Design’ by web/UX designer Mike Monteiro makes the case that far too many of us designers/engineers leave our ethics at home when we rock up to work. He sets out a code of ethics which blows away the whole “just doing my job/following orders” cop-out.

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Sustainable Office Gifts: A Guide For Green Holiday Shopping

Green Business Bureau

Gifting your work bestie a second hand copy of your favorite book or a book on a topic that they adore makes for a truly thoughtful gift. If they say they have too many books (which is bookworm lie #1 by the way), then opt for the e-book version instead. Find endless DIY bookmark ideas on Pinterest. But remember!

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The road to a sustainable economy

The Environmental Blog

As Oxford professor Dieter Helm points out in his latest book – Legacy: How to Build the Sustainable Economy – we need to mend our ways in order to meet the needs of future generations. They can also use packaging and advertising to showcase the sustainability of their products and brand.

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Sustainability Marketing: How To Reach Three Kinds of Customers Of Green Products and Services

Green Business Bureau

Ethics/Caring. Ethics/Caring. With our fully compostable packaging, you’re adding soil nutrients, not paying to clog your landfill.”. Book your no-cost initial consultation at [link] (either call or use the scheduling link). Download excerpts from the book or order your very own copy (autographs available) at [link].

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Where to find eco-friendly engagement and wedding rings

AGreenLiving

As these environmental and humanitarian issues have come to light, a variety of companies have stepped in to do some of the foundational ethical research for you, ensuring you’re making the best wedding ring choice for yourself, your partner and the planet. Packaging is made from recycled materials as well. Noémie Another U.S.-based

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Eco-friendly holiday gifts for babies and kids

AGreenLiving

But finding just the right present can be challenging, especially when making the effort to avoid plastic, seek out natural materials and skip wasteful packaging. Environmental books for kids Kids of all ages learn best when material is presented in an engaging way. Happy holidays!

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These bags are made with Fairtrade Certified organic cotton

AGreenLiving

Terra Thread has taken that idea to heart with a line of bags that are sustainably and ethically produced. In fact, the mission of the company “is to create the best Fairtrade certified organic cotton bags by always being sustainable , ethical, traceable and transparent.” The package arrived quickly. Just the way I like it.

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