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What is pollution?
01st December 2021
We have all heard of the word ‘pollution’, but how is it actually defined? What is pollution? Pollution is when harmful materials (called pollutants) are introduced into the environment. Pollutants can be one of two types; natural (such as volcanic ash) or created by human activity (such as trash or ...
Understanding Air Pollution
24th November 2021

Not all air pollution is visible to the naked eye. You might see dark smoke from your car exhaust pipes, more often however it is invisible. Air pollution, in either form can be dangerous, it can make breathing difficult, burn your eyes and can increase the risk of lung cancer.

Air pollution can ...

What are my clothes made of?
19th November 2021

Why is it so important to know what our clothes are made of? Clothes today are made of a variety of fabrics and materials. Wool, cotton, linen, and silk are natural fabrics, made from plants and animals, but recently clothing has been made from synthetic fibres that are using plastics and heavy ...

What is eco-anxiety? How do you cope with it?
12th November 2021

Nature can have a positive impact on our wellbeing. But what happens when the state of nature is the very reason we are feeling sad? The term eco-anxiety is a long-established phenomenon that’s gaining new ground.

Eco-anxiety is a term used to describe the negative emotions or ...

What are the main causes of global warming? And what can you do about it?
03rd November 2021
As explained by WWF, global warming is an aspect of climate change, referring to the long-term rise of the planet's temperature. An increased amount of greenhouse gases ...
Eco-friendly alternatives to plastic bags
27th October 2021
Plastic bags might be convenient and readily available, but certainly not environmentally friendly. As countries begin to ban single use plastics, it is time to consider more sustainable options that will help save the planet (and your wallet, in the long run). Here are some eco-friendly alternatives to ...
Fun things to do to celebrate Halloween
25th October 2021

Get your empty tin cans and paint brushes ready because we're going to transform them into Halloween candle holders and a game of bowling. Here are 2 fun things to do to celebrate Halloween! These are easy, cute and quick. Are you ready? Have a safe and happy ...

How to dress more sustainably
20th October 2021

The idea of changing the way you shop for clothes to opt for more sustainable options can be a daunting one, but it isn’t as hard as you might think and it's definitively worth it in the long run. We have gathered these tips to help you dress more sustainably, without very much effort ...

It’s Pumpkin Season!
14th October 2021
Did you know that pumpkins are an extremely versatile fruit? Yes, that is right… it is actually considered as a fruit (from a botanist’s perspective). However, in the culinary world it is considered as a vegetable as it is less sweet. We have shortlisted a few interesting recipes ...
How to be a conscious consumer
13th October 2021

To start off, what do you understand by the term conscious consumer? According to The New York Times, “Conscious consumption is an umbrella term that simply means engaging in the economy with more awareness of how your consumption impacts society at large. Shopping sustainably, with the intent to ...