Hey earth muffins! Just like with every topic, there are specific terms often used when people discuss environmental things. Climate change, “zero waste”, and today’s term: ESG. If you are in a career in business you have probably heard this more frequently as eco-friendly living becomes more mainstream and popular. So, what the heck is this “ESG”? Keep reading for a full explanation on this acronym!
Hey earth muffins! Valentine’s Day is only a few days away… Time to think about spreading some love! While the holiday is usually meant for celebrating your relationship(s), it can also be about giving a little extra love to the planet and the organizations that make our communities better. In today’s post, I will share the best nonprofits to support on February 14th. This support can be monetary, time commitments, or even just spreading their message. Let’s jump right into it!
Very fitting with the holiday, check out The Valentine Project. This nonprofit allows you to adopt someone as a “Valentine” or to send Kindness cards (aka valentines) to people with major illnesses. Last year I used up a bunch of old craft supplies to make a ton of valentines for sick children in a local hospital; it is such a rewarding way to spread a little bit of extra love to those who need it.
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! When I was a kid, I LOVED any sort of DIY kit. Whether it was a do-it-yourself science experiment or cupcake set, I was all over it. Did you know there are all-natural craft kits on the market?? Earthy Good was kind enough to send me their lip balm kit a few months ago. I’ve given it a try and am ready to share my thoughts with you all; keep reading for a full review of the Earthy Good lip balm kit!
The first thing I love about this lip balm kit is that it is 100% natural. Ever since I started my eco journey, I’ve been opting for beauty products that are clean and made without any parabens or other yucky stuff. This kit is made with clean ingredients that are labeled clearly. Almost all of them are organic too!
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! If you can’t tell by the red and pink aisles at every major store, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. While a huge teddy bear is cute and cuddly for a while, Teddy will (unfortunately) end up as trash in a landfill in the near future. So, what gifts can you give that won’t harm the planet?? Here is a list of the best sustainable valentine gifts to give this Valentine’s Day!
Hey earth muffins! Even though the world is (mostly) back to normal, there has been a huge shift in people working from home. I am at the office 99% of the time, but during tax season, I’ll typically work from home on Saturdays. There are plenty of ways to be more eco-friendly at the office; but, there are things you can do to stay sustainable when getting your work done remotely too. Keep reading for the top tips to be green when working from home!
While I use my laptop and computer monitor for basically everything, there are times when I need to jot things down. Instead of using notebooks, recycle paper from around the house. Whether it be the backside of junk mail or old sheets of paper, there are plenty of reused options instead of using a new notebook.
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! Reading is one of my favorite pastimes; many people agree with me too! Curling up with a good book is such a great way to settle down after a long day at work or to enjoy some much needed self-care time without turning on the TV. As an eco-friendly queen, it is important to choose secondhand reads to reduce your impact on the planet. Keep reading for a list of the best places to buy used books!
First up, do a quick Google search to see when your local library puts on a used book sale! Libraries often get a ton of book donations, which means they can sell some pretty great reads at these sales. Plus, if you’re a bookworm, you’ll be happy to know that the proceeds from these sales often support the library in your community. Such a great way to get some new used books!
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! Last month I mentioned that Koala Eco was kind enough to send me a few of their products… When buying fruits and vegetables, it is a good idea to wash them regardless if you purchase them at the grocery store or the farmers market. Once I return from the store, I like to make a pile of my full reusable produce bags and wash mine at once. Koala Eco’s fruit wash is a great option for getting all those pesticides or dirt or whatever else off! Keep reading for all of my thoughts on this product.
As I mentioned in my Koala Eco kitchen cleaner review, I love that this brand is truly eco-friendly. The company definitely bleeds sustainability through and through. The box it is shipped in is recyclable (and even has a cool built in bottle holder so that there is no need for bubble wrap or packing peanuts). The fruit wash itself is biodegradable and the bottles are made of 100% recycled plastic AND are recyclable after use. 🎉
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! Let’s face it; we live in what can only be described as a “throwaway culture”. Things are made to last for a short amount of time and produced in large quantities… This type of culture is obviously not good for the planet for many reason – but how can you fight back against the norms? Keep reading for 5 easy ways to go against this throwaway culture!
The waste hierarchy is a hierarchy for a reason. You should focus most of your time at the top of the pyramid: reduce, reuse, repurpose, etc. Recycle (and then waste) are at the bottom because you should try your best to avoid them at all cost. To go against our single-use culture, try to throw away as little as you can. This is the complete opposite of what most people in our world do, but it isn’t a totally impossible goal.
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