Low Impact

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Plastic packaging is, of course, not the end of the story; most of us also have a huge array of plastic items in our homes. Buying/making organic cotton beeswax wraps to store leftovers and for packed lunches, instead of using plastic clingfilm. Choose wooden/bamboo/organic natural fabric covers for smartphones and other devices.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 11, 2021

More than 1 million acres of forests have been lost since 1990, leaving the global stock at near 10 million acres, according to a July report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). CDP’s recent " Zeroing In on Deforestation Report " urged consumer products and food companies to devote more energy to this issue.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Another subscription box conscientious about the planet is EarthLove , a curated box of products “that are ethically and environmentally responsible, including zero-waste packaging, natural ingredients, organic and non-GMO, gluten-free, cruelty-free, beegan/vegan and fair trade.” The wipes have no plastic packaging whatsoever.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 28, 2021

The World Needs a More Sustainable Fashion Industry. Sustainable fashion is our only option. The future of our planet, maintaining adequate resources, and protecting human rights all depend on our toxic fashion industry evolving to a more sustainable and circular fashion industry. Demand for Sustainable Fashion.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 4, 2020

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. The Magic School Bus And The Climate Challenge by Joanna Cole presents climate change in the fun fashion for which The Magic School Bus is known. Happy holidays!

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AGreenLiving

AUGUST 31, 2020

On the supply side, we only partner with ethical and sustainable brands who manufacture natural toxin-free clothing using organic agricultural practices, which regenerate natural systems,” Butler said. “We “We achieve true circularity by hitting on all three pillars of the circular economy.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 21, 2020

Comfort, style, equality, sustainability — these values encapsulate the essence of Rec Room and its products, including a new line of ethically crafted summer dresses you’ll want to wear every single day. I love that it is machine-washable and releases wrinkles nicely, even right out of the package. Excerpt from:Â .

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Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Using these trends we then present retail sustainability initiatives that will help you kickstart your organization’s sustainability program. For example, the second-hand clothing sector is expected to grow faster than fast fashion. For this article we’ve analyzed the business landscape to identify such trends.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Eco friendly retail packaging guide. In this Green Business Bureau eco friendly retail packaging guide, we explore sustainable packaging solutions for 6 of the most common types of packaging materials used. Retail packaging defined: The impact of packaging waste and the rise of the ethical consumer.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Businesses found themselves in a popularity contest over how sustainable their operations were, and this popularity prompted organizations to create a new green image through advertising. By sticking “natural” on food packaging, the agricultural industry could hide these sinister practices. USDA Organic. Green Business Bureau.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 17, 2022

In 2022, 48% of all new coffee products carried an ethical or environmental claim – which is close to double the number from almost a decade ago (2012). When choosing coffee beans to source for your coffee shop, look for certifications such as organic, Fairtrade , UTZ , or Rainforest Alliance. for a greener product.

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Biodegradable Packaging Plastics 78

AGreenLiving

JANUARY 11, 2021

More than 1 million acres of forests have been lost since 1990, leaving the global stock at near 10 million acres, according to a July report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). “That model doesn’t address some key elements of the world we want tomorrow. “Map your sourcing.

Policy 28

Policy Organic Sustainability Agriculture 28

Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Businesses found themselves in a popularity contest over how sustainable their operations were, and this popularity prompted organizations to create a new green image through advertising. By sticking “natural” on food packaging, the agricultural industry could hide these sinister practices. USDA Organic. Green Business Bureau.

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Fashion Packaging Organic 78

AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Shop Beeswax Wraps on Amazon Alternative Apparel The alternative to fast fashion that pollutes the environment and consumes resources is Alternative Apparel, an eco-conscious label dedicated to the creation of casual clothing made from natural and recycled materials.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Out of yoga studios and into closets all over the world, activewear remains a huge fashion trend. The company works with sustainable suppliers and ethical manufacturers to create fashionable, eco-friendly activewear. In fact, the only virgin material used in the collection is certified organic cotton. Read more:Â .

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GreenBiz

MARCH 8, 2021

When it comes to those shaping the corporate climate movement — either from within companies or as part of NGOs and policy organizations that recognize the critical role businesses must play in addressing the climate emergency — I’m grateful to say it’s becoming easier to find women with a seat at the decision-making table.

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