How can something seem so close yet be so far from us? This is something I often think about when I see celebrities and public figures going about their lives. […]
Bright Lights, Dark Effects: The True Cost of Fireworks Displays
Many years ago, a wise philosopher named Katy Perry once asked, ‘Do you ever feel like a plastic bag, drifting through the wind wanting to start again?’. This timeless question […]
COP29: Too little, too late?
So, the bargaining, posturing, brinkmanship and horse trading finally are over. The COP29 talks have reached an agreement, more than 24 hours after the conference was due to close. It […]
Lawn and Order: How the Unattainable Beauty Standard is Invading Our Green Spaces
Slender, healthy, tall – but not too tall. Soft and comforting, resilient and of course, beautiful. These are all words that you may use to describe a partner; however, they […]
COP29: the stakes keep getting higher
It’s easy to be cynical about international conferences. They require a large number of delegates to fly long distances at great expense, involve lots of talking and often seem to […]
COP16 and our biodiversity here and now
The United Nations Biodiversity Conference of Parties, or COP16, took place in Cali, Colombia, from 21st October to 1st November 2024, and it has been deemed as a milestone for […]
From Roots to Riches: Reframing the “Zero Waste” Movement
I would like us to go on adventure! Please don’t worry, you won’t have to pack anything, just read the next paragraph and we will be transported to a place, […]
Embrace your autumn with upcycled leaves and sustainable home decor swaps
As the air turns crisp and the leaves change colour, do you find yourself craving an autumn-themed home? What if you created that perfect autumn ambiance without relying on mass-produced, […]
Rethink Your Routine: Why ‘Reduce’ Should Be Our Priority for a Sustainable Future
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to make more eco-friendly choices but unsure where to begin? With sustainability becoming a buzzword, it’s easy to get caught up in the […]