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In the last few years, the issue of plastic waste has become a major global concern, mainly impacting the oceans. Approximately 11 million metric tons of plastic waste leak into the waters each year and this is expected to triple by 2040.
Read MoreIn the pursuit of sustainability and reducing our ecological footprint, it is important to evaluate the environmental consequences of everyday items. Insulated water bottles have gained popularity in recent years due to their ability to keep beverages at desired temperatures for extended periods of time. These bottles offer numerous benefits beyond their functional features, warranting a closer examination of their environmental impact and their potential contribution to a greener future. They can be an easy, sustainable choice for people from all walks of life. This convenience makes them ideal for individuals trying to "go green" without making extreme or costly changes to their lifestyles.
Read MoreWhat do you think when you see a used disposable mask lying by the roadside? Some may say that it is not surprising and that the main thing is that the person used it. Others will see that this a sign that masks have become yet another kind of garbage polluting the environment. Whether you see it as an inevitable consequence of the necessity of using masks in this pandemic era, or it sets off alarm bells in your head, it's something we need to think about seriously.
Read MoreGuest post by Josh Hill
Plastic is a problem; it has penetrated every corner of the globe: the depths of the ocean and even arctic ice. But now we face a new threat, often invisible to the naked eye -- a form of plastic that is in our drinking water, the dirt we walk on and even the air we breathe!
I am talking about microplastics, tiny fragments of plastic that pollute the environment. But, where do they come from? Why are they a problem? And what can we do about them?
Read MoreGuest post by Jeff Smith
A huge part of reducing your carbon footprint is being mindful of the amount of waste you produce on a day-to-day basis. While businesses and corporations are hugely responsible for their impact on our planet, individual consumers make up a lot of the waste as well, so it’s on all of us to do our part to leave the earth in better shape than when we first entered it.
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