Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to shop consciously for gifts this Christmas. Even in the little red dot. Here's a curated, unique list of our recommendations for gifts that are good for you, me, the planet, and the people on it. (And we promise it's not just options that will break the bank.)…
This year, we're dreaming of a green Christmas. Whether you've already got the mulled drinks flowing and Feliz Navidad on repeat or have so far managed to resist Mariah Carey season, the holidays are upon us. We are major advocates for avoiding unnecessary consumption, but if you are buying gifts for your loved ones and…
We’ve been running Conscious Festivals in Asia for the last seven years. In 2020, we took things virtual. And to be honest, we didn't think we'd have an in-person festival for a long time. But as luck would have it, we did (kind of). Here's the skinny from our sustainability report of our most recent…
A conference two years in the making, finally culminated in tense final negotiations that went on late into Saturday night. The Glasgow Pact has caused mixed reactions in environmental and political circles. The agreement has mentioned fossil fuels explicitly, which marks a seismic shift. However, the vague phrasing could create too many loopholes.
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Photos of a fast fashion dumping ground in Chile have been circling the internet this week. A new investigative report exposes the exploitative truth behind Shein’s “glitzy front”. As we enter the retail holiday season, we ought to remind ourselves that ultra fast fashion, faster than ever, kills. We need to stop overproduction now. But…
The Naked Arctic Adventure is a new documentary featuring the founders of Green Is The New Black. Premiering next week, it is the story of two women and their journey to the Arctic, where they witness the effects of the climate crisis firsthand. Immersed in the beautiful Arctic landscape with adventurers, leaders, and change-makers from…
H&M has collaborated with animal rights organisation People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) to create a vegan collection. The ‘Co-exist Story’ range by H&M is "vegan” and “PETA-approved”. The partners say they are exploring innovative alternatives to animal-derived fabrics. So far, so good. But, what does that actually mean? Is this finally a…
From world leaders tossing a coin for good luck to 100,000 people rallying at Glasgow for climate justice; from the fossil fuel industry having the biggest delegation to hearing alternative, radical visions from outside the walls of the conference centre, COP26 has been a rollercoaster of emotions. Here's what's happened in the first week of…
Today is Youth Day at COP26. Youths all over the world are, and have been, rising up to the challenge, and taking leaders to account. In Singapore, a coalition of youths and environmental organisations have written a list of comprehensive and bold demands, to tackle what the country's Prime Minister has called a “life and…
There was chaos on the UK rail network. Price gauging in Glasgow left many desperate for last-minute accommodation. David Attenborough delivered a rousing opening speech. Fridays for Future called out government hypocrisy during closing speeches. Yep, the much talked about COP26 has officially commenced in Glasgow. However, it's not accessible for everyone. Global Day of…