Is Online Shopping Better or Worse For The Environment?
We’ve all felt the excitement when we see Amazon’s delivery truck (or another retailer’s delivery truck) parked by our apartments because we know our packages have arrived. However, how many of us have ever
87 Ways To Be More Eco-Friendly Starting Today (2022 Edition)
Facts don’t lie: climate change is real and human activities are the leading cause. As we continue to emit greenhouse gases and contribute to the increase in mean global temperatures, our planet, and its environment is
23 Plastic Water Bottle Pollution Facts That Will Shock You
How harmful is plastic water bottle pollution? Pretty bad if you consider that 100 million plastic bottles are used each year globally. Most of these plastics end up in our environment since the recycling rate is still relati
30 Stunning E-Waste Facts That Everyone Should Know
Each year, the amount of e-waste increases as people purchase more laptops, radios, toys, phones, and other electronics. Yet, few of us think about the fate of our gadgets and appliances, after they are of no use to us and we
31 Styrofoam Facts That You Should Know About (2022 Edition)
Expanded Polystyrene Foam (EPS), or what we commonly refer to as Styrofoam, has for a long time been the favorite material of many because of its lightweight and insulating properties, among others. However, this seemingly ha
54 Water Wasting Facts That Will Blow Your Mind (2022 Edition)
Water is a precious resource that sustains human existence and the planet. Yet, water wastage is happening now more than ever, exacerbated by growing populations and industrialization. Water is mainly used for agriculture, in
50 Shocking Air Pollution Facts and Statistics (2022 Edition)
Did you know that air pollution is responsible for over 9 million premature deaths a year? Or that it costs the global economy over 2 billion dollars annually? These are just some of the surprising statistics about air pollut
Should I Worry About Prop 65 Warnings On Products?
If you’ve gone shopping at all lately, you might have noticed a growing number of products bearing the Proposition 65 warning, which states that the product contains chemicals known to cause cancer in the state of Calif
Canada Proposes New Restrictions on Talc in Personal Care Products
The Canadian government is proposing new restrictions on the use of talc in cosmetic and personal care products due to the possibility of lung damage and carcinogenicity. The Chemicals Management Plan, an arm of the Canadian
Izzy Launches World’s First Zero-Waste Mascara
Izzy Zero Waste Beauty is the world’s first reusable, sustainable and direct-to-consumer beauty brand. They launched this month with their first product, a mascara shipped in stainless steel tubes meant to be cleaned, r
REN, Herbivore & Caudalie Pledge To Go Zero-Waste By 2025
This week, a group of popular skincare brands lead by REN—Herbivore, Biossance, Caudalie and Youth to the People—made the pledge to go zero-waste by 2025. This means all five brands will develop packaging that can be recy
How You Can Force Companies To Offer Conscious Products
Being a conscious shopper by purchasing eco-friendly and non-toxic products is a great choice personal choice. It feels so good to know that the products you consume are better for you and the planet. Those are the most obvio