How to Prevent Water Pollution
What Is Water Pollution? Water pollution is a state in which harmful substances like chemicals or microorganisms contaminate a body of water: a stream, river, lake, or ocean. This pollution degrades water quality and renders it toxic to humans, plants, and the environment. In some cases, water pollution may occur when energy, in the form […]
The Benefits of Buying Second-Hand
Every little thing that we buy, use, or throw away leaves a mark on the planet. Whether big or small, the effect on the environment cannot be ignored. This is where buying second-hand becomes a part of the solution to help save the planet. Shopping second-hand has a lower impact as we are reusing things […]
The Benefits Of Upcycling Old Clothes
Do you have clothes in your closet that you no longer wear or don’t fit into anymore? Instead of throwing them away, why not consider upcycling them? What does upcycling mean? Upcycling is taking an item that is no longer in use and giving it a new life. It is simply the act of recycling […]
Is It Safe to Buy Second-Hand Shoes?
Did you find a rare pair of sneakers in a thrift store? Did you just spot a pair of used Oran Hermès sandals for a third cheaper price? Do you have a wedding around the corner and no heels to wear? Buying second-hand shoes is tempting. With the impact of fast fashion on the environment and […]
The Environmental Impact of Textile Waste: 5 Ways It Impacts Our Planet
Have you ever stopped to think about what happens to all those clothes you no longer wear or need? Most of us probably haven’t. We just toss them in the trash or donate them, assuming that someone else will find a use for them. But what happens to and what is the exact environmental impact […]
Thrift Your Way to Home Sweet Home 🏠
Remember when your grandma’s old sofa was just… old? Well, hold onto your throw pillows, because second-hand furniture is having a moment, and it’s about to make your space (and wallet) very happy. 🔧 Upcycling 101: No power tools required 💅🏼 Paint Party: This is by far the easiest way to transform any space or piece […]
How Second-Hand is Redefining Luxury 💎
Macklemore was onto something when he rapped about poppin’ tags. Thrift shopping isn’t just cool – it’s the new face of luxury. Here’s why second-hand is the new haute couture. 🛍️ Quality Finds: Forget about refreshing your browser every Thursday at 12 p.m. hoping to get the latest drop. No need to set alarms or battle […]
Embracing the Circular Economy: A Path to Sustainable Living
The circular economy is an economic model where resources are kept in use for as long as possible, and waste is minimised. Products are designed to be reused, repaired, or recycled instead of being disposed of in landfills. Why Do We Need the Circular Economy? Our current linear economic model of “Take, Make, Dispose” […]
5 Simple Steps to Contribute to a Circular Economy
Even though a completely waste-free circular economy is a grand vision, we can all contribute to conserving resources and reducing waste with small behavioural changes. Here are 5 simple steps for beginners: 1. Share and Rent Instead of Buying Ownership is overrated – in many areas, we can share or rent items instead of buying […]
The Return of Repairing: Embracing Sustainability in the Circular Economy
Just a few decades ago, it was common to repair defective devices, furniture, or clothing instead of replacing them. Today, this sustainable practice is experiencing a renaissance due to environmental reasons. Repairing is Trendy In our throwaway society, it has become a habit to simply replace broken items with new ones. However, the resource […]