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Top 10 Books On Sustainability

Within this list you’ll find a varied collection: some new on the scene, some from older, very well-respected authors in this field; some about business, some about fashion. There is something for every reader! Can’t commit to reading one book per month? Why not just start with one? It is a wonderful step toward becoming a more responsible citizen of the earth.   1) Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things William McDonough 2) The Upcycle: Beyond Sustainability – Designing for Abundance Braungart 3) The Human Age: The World Shaped By Us Diane Ackerman 4) The Responsibility Revolution Jeffrey Hollender & Bill Breen 5) Wear No Evil: How to Change the World with Your Wardrobe Greta Eagan 6) Quenching the Thirst: Sustainable Water Supply & Climate Change George Annandale 7) Small is Beautiful: Economics as if People Mattered E. F. Schumacher 8) The Hunt for the Golden Mole Richard Girling 9) Strategy for Sustainability: A Business Manifesto Adam Werbach 10) Diet for a Hot Planet: The Climate Crisis at the End of Your Fork Anna Lappe ------- Visit our website: https://zerowasteinitiative.com/ Source: Internet 🌳 Zero Waste Initiative - Less Trash More Life! 🌏 Let's Save The World While There's Still Time!

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Three unexpected life skills I’ve improved since going zero waste (Part 2)

3. Critical Thinking: Critical thinking is an incredibly valuable skill, and something you will be doing a lot more. You’ll be doing a lot of research because it’s difficult to take claims at face value. No longer will you be able to read a label that says “Natural,” without wondering what that really means. You’ll start looking at supply chains and asking questions. With all of your confidence and awesome communication skills, you’ll be able to chat with the farmers that grow your food. You’re also going to start looking at claims and articles with a more critical eye. No longer will you hit the share button without further investigation. You’re going to start digging deeper. Does this article have sources? Who are the sources? Are the sources reputable? You’re going to start reading a lot more “About” pages. You’re going to have to wade through environmental claims and evaluate how to make the best choice for the environment. All of the information can lead to analysis paralysis, but it’s important to remember that NO ONE is perfect. We’re all just a whole bunch of flawed humans trying to make a positive impact. -------- Visit our website: https://zerowasteinitiative.com/ Source: Internet 🌳 Zero Waste Initiative - Less Trash More Life! 🌏 Let's Save The World While There's Still Time!

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Avoid single serves and save a huge amount of waste 😍

Single serves are everywhere Restaurants, hotels, even at home! We find them for all kind of products! These single packs might be practical, but unfortunately they generate a huge amount of waste, most of the time never recycled. Because they are small, they are more likely to be taken by the wind and end up in the ocean, in nature, or eaten by animals. Try to choose no packaging (bulk stores) if possible, or compostable or recyclable packaging alternatives. You can use little food containers or bee wrap to carry your snack with you. ---------- Visit our website: https://zerowasteinitiative.com/ Source: Internet 🌳 Zero Waste Initiative - Less Trash More Life! 🌏 Let's Save The World While There's Still Time!

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HOW TO LOWER 70% OF YOUR WASTE WITH THESE 10 ITEMS (Part 2)

5: Avoid beverage drinks in plastic bottles A massive amount of it ended up on beaches, in the landfill, and the sea. 6: Reusable utensils It is best to take out with you a few low waste products, and reusable utensils are one of them! You may go out and want to eat in a “fast food” place or some ice-cream. Frequently, such places are using single-use products and plastic utensils. Carrying your reusable utensils has the potential to lower A LOT of waste.   - Reusable utensils kit from BAMBOO - Reusable utensils from STAINLESS STEEL - Spork (spoon+fork) from STAINLESS STEEL 7: Say NO to styrofoam cups/plates Styrofoam is an economical, easy to manufacture, waterproof and lightweight substance. Styrofoam is responsible for an enormous portion of worldwide waste, plus it’s a material that kills our animals, poisons our environment and seriously hazards our health. - Reusable containers - Reusable coffee mugs (or a jar from home)! You can choose between glass, aluminum, or recycled materials. 8: Reusable takeaway containers A calculation found out that just in Europe, around 2025 million takeaway containers are used, for one year. LOW WASTE PRODUCTS: As we already talked about, the solution here is quite simple – be prepared and have with you a reusable container, that you can use for your order. - Reusable takeaway boxes - Reusable coffee mugs 9: Plastic-free personal care products More than 120 billion units of packaging are produced every year by the global cosmetics industry – most of which are not recyclable. The thing you need to do is: Find the essentials that you use on a daily basis Once you end the plastic bottled products you own, find and get some cool plastic-free and sustainable goods! ------ Visit our website: https://zerowasteinitiative.com/ Source: Internet 🌳 Zero Waste Initiative - Less Trash More Life! 🌏 Let's Save The World While There's Still Time!

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How To Have An Eco-Friendly Halloween 🎃

🎃 Borrow Your Costume 🎃 DIY Your Costume 🎃 Donate or Pass on Costume 🎃 Forget Store-Bought Face Paint

🎃 Skip the Car this Halloween 🎃 Don’t Use a Plastic Bucket 🎃 Use LED or Solar Powered Lights 🎃 Use Fall-Friendly Decor ------- Visit our website: https://zerowasteinitiative.com/ Source: Internet 🌳 Zero Waste Initiative - Less Trash More Life! 🌏 Let's Save The World While There's Still Time!