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5 Tips for a Sustainable 4th of July

One of the most celebrated days in the United States is almost here. Being such a popular festivity, it’s also a day in which lots of decorations and food are thrown away, and public places where people gather are left in poor conditions. Here are some tips on how to celebrate 4th of July consciously.

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My Imperfectly Sustainable Birthday Party: Turning 30 Consciously

I wanted to do something special for my 30th party, as well as fun, laid back, and as sustainable as possible. Yes, the most sustainable option is to not throw a party at all, but I’ve been doing that for all those years (low-impact birthday rookie!). So, if you want to celebrate but don’t know how to do it in a more environmentally-friendly way, you came to the right place for inspiration!

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Why Are Cigarette Butts So Bad for the Environment

When most people think about littering, they picture plastic bottles bobbing in the ocean or fast food wrappers tumbling across the sidewalk like tumbleweeds of shame. But there’s one sneaky little pollutant that often flies under the eco-radar: the cigarette butt. Let’s talk about why cigarette butts are a big environmental problem and why, if you're a smoker, it’s time to quit the flick.

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Sustainable Bucket List for Spring: 18 Eco-Friendly Activities to Do This Spring

I have claimed that autumn is my favorite season, but why should I need to choose one? All four seasons have their own magical qualities, but Spring and Autumn have an undeniable charm. It is where we all converge, regardless of where we live. They are a point of reunion for all cities, a beautiful in-between, the democratization of weather. To enjoy this spring sustainably, here is a list of eco-friendly activities!

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How to Have a More Sustainable Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is often associated with extravagant displays of love—from rose bouquets and chocolates to shiny wrapping paper and balloons. But behind the romantic gestures lies a reality of waste, chemicals, and unsustainable consumption. In this post I’ll tell you how to have a more sustainable Valentine’s Day!

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11 Tips to Have a Sustainable Christmas

Christmas has always been the holiday I look forward to the most. Through the years I have reimagined it to make it a more conscious festivity: from sustainable Christmas gifts and cards, to eco-friendly Christmas trees, and more! In this post, I’ll share tips I’ve learnt to enjoy Christmas more sustainably!

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Sustainable Bucket List For Fall: 10 Eco-Friendly Activities To Do This Autumn

Autumn is my favorite season, and there are numerous typical activities you can do this beautiful season. However, because enjoying them consciously is so important, I made a bucket list for you with sustainable and eco-friendly activities to do this fall. This way, you can enjoy this colorful season, and take care of the world at the same time!

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How To Have a More Sustainable Halloween

The word that most accurately describes the end of the year is Celebration, and it starts with Halloween. It can be a very wasteful holiday: from costumes to decorations, as well as candies and pumpkins, Halloween can turn into an environmental mess. But have no fear! I bring you these tips to enjoy a more sustainable Halloween, so that you can spook your friends and family without hurting the environment.

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What To Do With The Plastic You Can't Avoid: Embracing an Eco-Friendlier Lifestyle

While many of us are aware of the negative impact of plastic on the environment, it can be challenging to completely eliminate it from our lives. However, by learning to reuse, repurpose, upcycle, and recycle plastic, we can significantly reduce waste and contribute to a more sustainable future. This post is meant to help you deal with the unavoidable plastic in your life, so you can reduce your environmental footprint and live more sustainably.

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11 Different Ways to Repurpose Mason Jars

A common trait I’ve seen among many people, no matter how far they are into their sustainability journey, is hoarding mason jars. Even if they aren’t aware of it, they are living more consciously by attempting to reuse them. In case you don’t really know what to do with all those mason jars, I’m here to give you a few ideas on how you can make the most out of them, instead of sending them to the recycling bin. Reuse and repurpose before recycling!

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Why Are Trees So Important In Fighting Climate Change?

Much has been written about trees. There is, after all, something so incredibly poetic about these wonderful plants. But their power goes beyond. Trees are vital for the planet because they give us oxygen, they stabilize soil, ameliorate climate change, filter the water we drink and conserve it, store carbon, and provide habitat for wildlife. Find out how these wonderful plants can help fight climate change.

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The R’s of Sustainability To Live More Consciously

You are probably familiar with the term ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’, the pillars of sustainability, but there are even more ‘R’s to live an eco-friendlier life. Sustainability tackles the problem of resources being finite, and therefore strives to analyze ways in which all forms of consumption are dealt with in the most conscious way possible. Find out what the Rs of Sustainability are!

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What Is The Difference Between Compostable and Biodegradable?

A great part of sustainable living is analyzing the impact of consumption, and what it means to buy something; not only where a product comes from, but also where it goes afterwards. ‘Biodegradable’ and ‘compostable’ labels, are sometimes used interchangeably, even though they aren’t the same. What’s the difference between a compostable and a biodegradable product?

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Sustainable Bucket List for Summer: 12 Eco-Friendly Activities To Do This Summer

The main reason I look forward to summer is that the days are longer. I rejoice in the long afternoons, in getting into the water and float while watching the sunset and the subtle curling of the clouds. Summer also allows us to enjoy some activities better than in other seasons, that’s why I prepared this sustainable bucket list for summer, with a list of eco-friendly and conscious activities to do during this wonderful season. This way, we can enjoy this warm and cheerful time in a manner that is respectful with our beautiful planet.

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Your First Steps Towards A Zero-Waste Home

If you just started your sustainability journey or are beginning to hear about zero-waste living, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed, but you don’t have to go zero-waste from one day to the other. These are my recommendations on how to take the first steps towards a zero-waste home and choose more sustainable products, always trying to strive for progress and not perfection.

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The 4 Ingredients You Need to Clean Your Home

When I started trying to lead a more conscious life, one of the first positive changes I made at home was making my cleaning products more sustainable. I found these 4 ingredients with which I can make my favorite eco-friendly cleaning products. This way, we avoid buying unnecessary plastic, and we make sure the ingredients we use are vegan. The best thing about them is that they are multipurpose and will help you live more sustainably!

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