Plastic bags and plastic bottles have created a global plastic crisis. In Canada alone, two billion water bottles per year are consumed, which is 5.3 million a day. Despite recycling initiatives and strong waste management systems, only 9 percent of plastic waste ends up being recycled. By using water filters, you can take a step … Continue reading Your guide to choosing a water filter for plastic-free hydration
Kitchen hacks for your Plastic-Free July
Plastic-Free July is here. Reduce wasteful packaging, throw away less food and eliminate single-use items with these Plastic-Free kitchen hacks
A Low-Waste Recipe for a Clean Yoga Mat
With gyms and yoga studios being temporarily closed, I’ve started more intense at-home workouts that have turned my yoga mat into a full purpose work out mat. With this increased use, I started thinking it might require a solid whip down. Not wanting to use harsh chemicals or buy a new cleaner, I opted for … Continue reading A Low-Waste Recipe for a Clean Yoga Mat
3 ways to give waste-free this Valentine’s Day
Whether you are celebrating your long-time relationship, hanging out with your best friend, or giving your first gift to your new crush, here are three zero-waste gift ideas this Valentine’s Day at any price range. Act of Service Only loving partners and best friends go to the trouble of helping out with a nasty chore. … Continue reading 3 ways to give waste-free this Valentine’s Day
Sea Change – a waste reduction conference in Alberta
Trecia recaps her learnings and all the fun she had at the RCA Waste Reduction Conference
Why safety razors are better for your wallet and the environment
This article was originally published by Nathan Harley Gareau of Kent of Inglewood. There are many reasons for folks to switch to shaving with a traditional safety razor: it’s more enjoyable, the results are better, it’s cooler, the list goes on. While I personally relate to all of those reasons, there are by far two … Continue reading Why safety razors are better for your wallet and the environment
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