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Myths about Recycling [Infographic]

June 14June 21Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged biodegradable, costs, eco, energy, environment, footprint, infographic, misconceptions, myths, Recycling, reduce, reuse, sustainability, trashLeave a comment

With so many misconceptions about recycling swirling around, a little knowledge can go a long way towards helping you make wise decisions about how to dispose of your trash. If you didn’t know the truth behind all these myths it would be easy to think that recycling wasn’t worth our time, effort, or money but that could not be farther from the truth. While it certainly isn’t a perfect solution to dealing with our trash problem, recycling is an important part of our long-term sustainability strategy. Simply put, the pros of recycling outweigh the cons in almost all situations.

Take a closer look at some of these myths!

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Reblogged: Eco Fashion

November 4November 2Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged bag, biodegradable, circular design, compostable, denim, eco, F-abric, fashion, jeans, reWrap, sustainableLeave a comment

Rugged, five-pocket jeans without rivets or polyester threads made in Europe using European bast fibers true hemp and linen 100% compostable???
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Fully biodegradable bag completely made out of materials from trees that shows that circular design is possible and can be beautiful at the same time!!!
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Is Chewing Gum harmful to the Environment? [Infographic]

March 6March 27Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged biodegradable, butts, chewing gum, cigarrete, common, consumption, cost, costly, daily, damage, disposal, disposed, environment, fish, food chain, habit, infographic, Landfill, litter, natural, packaging, plastic, polymers, process, production, receptacles, sidewalk, street, sustainability, sustainable, synthetic, tossed, toxins, trash, WasteLeave a comment

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A Sticky Problem

Whether it’s being used as a mid-day breath refresher or on the playground to see who can blow the biggest bubble—chewing gum is a daily habit for many people. But what happens when you’re done chewing it? 80–90% of chewing gum is not disposed of properly and it’s the second most common form of litter after cigarette butts.

Chewing gum is made from polymers which are synthetic plastics that do not biodegrade. When it’s tossed on the sidewalk, there it sits until it’s removed which can be a costly, time consuming process. Littered gum can also make it’s way into the food chain. It has been found in fish where it can accumulate toxins over time. Sustainable chewing gums have been produced. These gums are natural, biodegradable substances. Cities are also implementing gum receptacles to cut down on waste. In a six month period these trash cans cut down on littered gum by 72%.

Next time you get ready to toss your gum, consider aiming for a trash can instead of the side walk.

Eco-Friendly Tips for a Tidy Home

October 10October 10Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged baking soda, biodegradable, borax, brass, chrome, citrus, clean, cleaner, cleaning, copper, eco, eco friendly, essential oils, fresh, furniture, green, herbs, Home, household, ingredients, metal, olive, peroxide, polish, recipes, silver, soap, surfaces, tidy, tips, Toothpaste, vinegar, water2 Comments

A few tips can help you avoid many chemicals, non-biodegradable plastic tools, and energy-sucking appliances—and it’s easier than you might think. Here are ideas, tricks, and recipes to help your family begin a greener cleaning routine.

Originally Published by Morgana Matus on CustomMade.com

Regular dust busting and de-greasing are important to any well-maintained home. But it’s also critical to keep your home as eco-friendly as possible. With hundreds of brands and products in the supermarket and big box stores, it may feel like an impossible task to navigate.

Why is having a greener cleaning routine important? Chemical and toxins found in cleaning supplies have been linked to cancer, asthma, reproductive and developmental toxicity, allergies and irritation, and accidental burns and poisonings. A home that’s free of these chemicals in one more step you can take to keeping your family safe.