Single-use packaging that bedevils nature and our society today was born more than 50 years ago, at a time most of us think of as progressive. Before the PET bottle and aluminum can, refillable packaging was common and with citizen action, now it’s time for a comeback. The 1960s and 1970s were a tumultuous time in the U.S., with social […]
Savannah Seydel, vice president of sustainability and impact at Better Earth, a maker of compostable tableware and food service packaging, is on a mission to remove petroleum-based plastics and PFAS-treated fiber from our food packaging choices. Food packaging and service ware are two of the largest sources of plastic pollution. The rise of compostable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics could change […]
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and giving. Foodies and cooking enthusiasts can enjoy dining with gifts that minimize their environmental impact. Selecting the perfect gift that aligns with their values can be a delightful yet challenging task. To make your gift-hunting easier, here’s a set of sustainable holiday gifts to surprise and delight your loved ones. […]
How can we make one of the most recycled materials more sustainable? Meet Jennifer Bogs, director of global sustainability at Crown Holdings, Inc., one of the largest aluminum can manufacturers worldwide at $12.9 billion in annual sales. The aluminum industry famously claims that 75% of all aluminum ever produced is still in use today; it’s a highly recyclable material. Reusing […]
As the days get shorter and the nights longer, it’s a joy to invite friends and family into our homes to share meals, gifts, and stories. But our holiday parties can take a severe toll on the planet if we’re not careful. We may find ourselves returning to the grocery store for the fourth time in a weekend to pick […]
The evolution of plastic recycling is essential to cleaning up a plastic-addicted world and eliminating the need for oil extraction. Meet Jodie Morgan, CEO of Nexus Circular, who discusses the company’s progress and a flurry of news that has placed it at the forefront of the next generation of plastics recycling. In June of 2021, we talked with Jeff Gold, […]
Eating lower on the food chain is one of the most effective ways individuals can lower their carbon footprints. Many people find the shift challenging; fake meat is highly processed, and insects require an adventurous palate. But learning about tasty vegan ingredients makes it easier. Legumes and peanuts are great sources of protein for a plant-based diet. And for people […]
It’s the spookiest time of year. Trick-or-Treating produces a lot of waste. Americans buying 600 million pounds of candy each year and the majority of candy wrappers end up in landfills. Make Halloween sustainable with some treats with a sweet taste that benefit the Earth. During this time of year, a sweet tooth is encouraged, so how can we practice […]
Everyone can do a lot at home to protect the environment and our water supply. Recycling used cooking oil is a valuable step you can take at home. But it doesn’t have to end there if you decide to be an advocate for the environment and ask local restaurants, hotels, or other commercial kitchens if they recycle their oil. You […]
There are many reasons to not eat some foods, and the intelligence of the animal may a key factor. It’s time to cut octopus out of our diets. They have exhibited complex problem solving abilities and the ability to feel pain. If we don’t eat dolphins, we certainly should not be eating octopus. Print or share We Earthling posters to […]