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Valentine's Day Excess: The Cost of Love on the Environment

Walk into virtually any retail establishment from January 2nd until February 14th and your eyes will be assaulted with mountains of cellophane wrapped novelties, balloons, plushies, and candy galore. In the US Valentine’s Day gift-givers spent around $20.7 billion. Unfortunately, it comes at a significant cost to our planet.

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The Recent Stanley Cup TikTok Trend: An Environmental Concern

The recent TikTok trend involving the Stanley Cup raises several environmental and consumer concerns....

Eco-Friendly Habits to Kickstart the New Year

Eco-Friendly Habits to Kickstart the New Year

We've all embarked on the journey of setting ambitious goals, intentions or resolutions especially as each new year begins. 

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Zero Waste Gift Wrap Ideas for the Holidays

Did you know? Most wrapping paper and gift wrapping materials are not recyclable? Anything glittery, with mixed in foil and plastic, textures, or lamination will inevitably end up in a landfill.

Eco-Friendly (and Cheap) Holiday Decor Ideas

Eco-Friendly (and Cheap) Holiday Decor Ideas

If every American family wrapped just 3 presents in reused materials, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 football fields...small steps DO matter! Here are some tips and tricks on decorating sustainably (and cheaply) this holiday season....

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Go Green This Holiday Season: 9 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Holiday

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy of giving, sharing, and celebrating. However, it's also a time when our carbon footprint tends to grow substantially. From the excess food waste to the mountains of discarded wrapping paper, the Holidays can be quite wasteful. But...

Thrifted Gift Ideas

Sustainable Shopping: Gifts to Score at Thrift Stores

These thrifted-ISH gift ideas not only demonstrate your thoughtfulness but also promote sustainable living. By choosing pre-loved items and eco-friendly accessories, you're not only saving money but also reducing your environmental footprint. 

10 Eco-Friendly Gifts Under $10

10 Eco-Friendly Gifts Under $10

Gift-giving on a budget doesn't mean compromising on sustainability – these eco-friendly gifts under $10 offer both affordability and a positive impact on the planet.

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