In recent months, face masks have been subject to a broad range of critique. We take a look at mask usage in a number of situations, from wildfires to pandemics, and the way that disposable medical waste impacts the environment.
The past five years of my life have been marked by the need and reliance…
As the issue of plastic waste mounts, we look to biodegradable and compostable materials as a green beacon of hope. But how are they different and what does that mean for sustainability?
Plastic has been plaguing us and the environment since its creation in the early 1900s. And it's only going to continue; conventional…
Mauritius, an Indian Ocean island nation best known for its beaches, lagoons and reefs, has declared a state of emergency. Why? It's struggling to cope with an oil spill from a Japanese-owned ship which has run aground on coral reefs off the island's coast. More than 1,000 tonnes of fuel has already spilled, and another…
2020 has been transformative. If you're ready to make sense of the events that have transpired this year, revolutionising your Instagram feed is a good start. So here's a curated list of accounts to follow—sit back, and get ready to put in the work to unlearn. (Oh, and don't forget to open Instagram.)
1. @theslowfactory…
Looking for sustainable style but don't know which brands to purchase from or even trust? (Because, hello, greenwashing.) We're here to help with our guide to eco-friendly and ethical clothing for snappy dressing, while saving the planet, too.
It's no secret that the fashion industry can be a terrifying place. In Singapore alone last year,…
Overfishing is likely to be a familiar topic, especially if you're concerned with the health of marine ecosystems and plant-based living. But there's more to it than it seems. Ready? Here's the conscious scoop on #overfishing. (You'll want to take notes.)
THE LOW-DOWN
WHAT IS OVERFISHING?
Overfishing is exactly what you think it is. Catching…
Every year we compile a list of eco-champions, change-makers, and all-around inspirational humans who are helping to change our world with tangible action. Team, assemble: it’s time to nominate your 2020 Green Warriors.
We created the Green Warrior campaign to celebrate and honour unsung heroes. Y’know, the people who are out there using their…
Thanks to the growing number of eco-friendly companies out there, we’ve been able to green-ify so many areas of our lives, from our wardrobes to our pantries. But one place often neglected in the sustainable sphere is the toilet - even though that’s where a lot of toxic stuff happens (and we don’t just mean...well,…
Donald Trump is taking the US out of the global pact on 4 November – so how will this affect the rest of the world?
The world will be watching the US presidential election on Tuesday 3 November, but just 24 hours later is another hugely consequential news event when the US will formally leave…
Leather is both an ethical and environmental conundrum, often shrouded with misconception. So we caught up with Desi Hangover, who make conscious fashion for your feet from leather. And according to them, the upcycled leather industry is conscious, sustainable and embraces an ethical ecosystem.Â
It’s the debate that’s been running for decades; can leather…