When Life Gets Busy, Just Concentrate on What’s Important
Whether you're feeling maxed out or feeling like you just can't get enough done, a little bit of perspective can go a long way.
Waste in the construction industry- time to think differently
We went from producing a small bag of waste per month to having a dumpster in our driveway with most of our garage ending up in it.
The Zero Waste Relapse, it’s Bound to Happen
Here is the problem; we live in a complicated world and life is busy. Maybe you are working long days or dealing with a life milestone like moving, the reality is you will not always be able to avoid waste.
Plain, Simple and Useful
Terence Conran's design philosophy is 'plain, simple and useful'. It may not win design prizes but neither does it go out of fashion.
The Easiest Change You Can Make in the Climate Battle
What if I told you it was something you already have. Something that you have already spent your hard earned money on. Something everyone needs but not everybody has.
The First Ever International Zero Waste Day
The UN announces the first ever International Zero Waste Day on March 30th 2023 and It gives me hope that the movement is going mainstream.
Believe in Yourself, it’s just that simple
Believing in yourself is an absolute must. Believe in yourself and anything is possible.
10 Reasons to Feel More Optimistic About Environmental Progress
We can't loose sight of the progress that is happening now or in the recent past. It's an uphill battle but we are making strides in the right direction. I sure hope these 10 reasons make you feel more optimistic about environmental progress.
How to Spot Eco-Friendly Products and Avoid Greenwashing
Ever find yourself in a sea of environmentally friendly claims that may or may not be true?
5 Simple Changes for a Zero Waste Bathroom
The 5 Simple changes for a zero waste bathroom are some of the easiest reduce your waste. Get well on your way to a more sustainable routine.
Easy Zero Waste Back-to-School Lunch Ideas
Here's the dilemma, your kids need a healthy lunch and you're busy. Easy zero waste back to school lunch and snack ideas are here to help.
Everything you need for a Zero Waste Back-to-School Lunch-Kit
let's face it pre-packaged lunches are terrible for your kids and the planet. A zero waste back-to-school lunch kit is a win for everyone!
Don’t Let Perfect Get in the Way of Good
It’s time to let go of the absolute view of environmentalism, sustainability and Zero Waste. When it all comes down to it, no one is perfect.
To Bidet or Not to Bidet, That is the Question?
The planet can no longer "Spare a Square ". You have the power to stop toilet paper's environmental impact.
Time to Celebrate 30 Posts
I am happy to share the fact that I have published a blog in the last year! Now it's time for me to celebrate publishing 30 posts. Thanks to all of you who have taken the time out of your day to read, share, give
Stop Caring for One Day, Earth Day is Every Day
Earth Day 2022, done. It is absolutely fantastic that it is recognized the world over but it's time live like it's Earth Day every day.
What in the world is Zero Waste?
I hear it all the time, what in the world is zero waste? Often it's asked in more colourful language as you can imagine.
Weber Q Low or No Flame, Keep your Perfectly Good BBQ out of the Landfill
If you own a Weber Q and it is just not working right wether it's a low flame or no flame at all. Have a quick read to keep your perfectly good bbq out the landfill.
Phone Cases that won’t Poison the Planet
The smart phone is everywhere you look these days. Generations are emerging that don't know a world without it. People everywhere with a glow in the palm of their hand.
50+ Easy Resolutions to Reduce your Environmental Impact
It's December 31st and I'm sitting here reflecting on 2021; the year of COP26, the ongoing pandemic and extreme weather events around the world.
Too Easy to Cry Hypocrite
It is way too easy to cry hypocrite an hurts us all in the long run. Whether you drive your gas guzzling car to an climate march or tweet about environmental issues on the smartphone you replace every couple of years.
Easy Zero Waste Laundry, It’s a No Brainer
Are you looking for simple way to be more sustainable in your day to day? Easy zero waste laundry will get you started.
100+ Gift Ideas for the Minimalist or Zero Waste Lifestyle
If ever there was a time to stop buying useless junk, this is it! Right here, right now. With global warming, rising inequity, a pandemic and global supply chain issues, now is your chance to make a difference.
10 Easy Minimalist and Zero Waste Gifts for your Host or Hostess
Does gifting disposable junk that cause environmental and clutter problems cause you to shudder? Let's dig into minimalist and zero waste host or hostess gifts.
The Art of Minimalist Product Design
Simplifying a product down to what is truly essential is the art of minimalist design.
The Best Minimalism Websites for life and design
What is important? What actually adds value? What is necessary? What is useless? The best minimalism websites for life and design are here to help.
Easy Swaps to Keep Beaches and Oceans Clean
The 2021 Ocean Conservancy and International Costal Cleanup report is in. With the latest top 10 in mind here are easy swaps to keep beaches and oceans clean.
Intention Before Impulse- Simply Buying Less but Better
Break the cycle with intention before impulse– Simply buying less, but with better with design, minimalism and zero waste principles.
The Best Stylish and Sustainable Travel Coffee Mugs
Earlier this month it was international coffee day and it had me thinking of the morning ritual that happens around the world.
The Irony of Minimalism and Social Media
Minimalism is about what matters to us, what adds value. It's about living simply, consciously and intentionally. Is social media part of it?
The Ice Cream Cone, an Original Zero Waste Take-away Container
Reduce your waste and impact by choosing the original zero waste take-away container. The next time your buying ice cream, choose a cone.
Sustainability through Fewer and Better Things
Sustainability through fewer and better things. It's a concept based on reducing your impact on the planet by buying less stuff but when you do, be conscious and buy the best quality.
Disposable Products, They Are Just Trash In Transition. Zero Waste Product Design is here to help
Our resources are too precious for disposable junk, stuff that is just thrash in transition.
What is minimalism in less than 100 words
A short and simple description of minimalism. It's not a set of rules or living up to someone else's standards. Your life, your way.
3 Easy steps to Reduce Your Waste, as Every Little Bit Counts
"We don't need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly, we need millions of people doing it imperfectly"
A Beginner’s Guide to Plastic Free July
How to start removing single use plastic from your life. Join the movement.
Daily Zero Waste Kit and Essentials
The key to live your best life and reduce your waste is being prepared. Have your zero waste kit and essentials ready
The Best Stylish and Sustainable Water Bottles
Make one small adjustment to your daily routine and start making a difference. Reduce your impact and environmental footprint with one of these stylish and sustainable water bottles.
Minimalism, less is more
What is Minimalism? It can be summed up as living more with less. it's about questioning what is important in life.
Top 10 + items found in coastal or beach cleanups and how to rid them from your life
What are the top 10 items found in our oceans, on our beaches and during costal cleanups? Every year an insane amount
The push and pull of living a simple life and making a difference
The push and pull of passion, purpose and caring for future generations.
The 5 Best Stylish and Sustainable Razors
A new way to shave the old way. Stylish and sustainable razors.
Sustainable design, the opposite of built in or planned obsolescence
I remember flipping through a book about products and inventions that changed the world. I was amazed to see the evolution from well made, long lasting and repairable products to modern day disposables that are destined for the landfill.