Environmentally conscious people put a lot of effort into buying sustainably manufactured clothing - that’s awesome! But what about washing those clothes? More and more people ask: Do I really want to wash my carefully chosen sustainable, eco-friendly clothing with substances that are toxic? Are there good alternatives?
Read MoreThe fashion and textile industry is highly visible and omnipresent. NGOs and the climate movement have increasingly drawn attention to abuses in the industry in recent years and thus raised consumer awareness for sustainable alternatives. Unfortunately, the washing of textiles is not an issue in this context. Detergents are still hidden and hardly visible to consumers, and they are not talked about.
Read MoreLeather is one of the most ubiquitous materials used worldwide and has served us well for thousands of years. But we’re becoming more and more aware that manufacturing enough leather to cover the worldwide demand is anything but sustainable. While it is possible to source leather consciously and sustainably, many brands are starting to ask the question: Are there viable alternatives?
Read MoreUnwaste sells soaps, liquid hand and body wash, as well as hand sprays made from ingredients that many people throw away during their morning routine: used coffee grounds and orange peels.
Read MoreFood waste in particular has a negative impact on our environment. Because when we throw away food, we also lose the resources that were used for it on the way from the field to the plate, for example for processing, transport or cooling.
Read MoreIt’s a sad fact that one third of all food produced worldwide is lost or wasted. That’s approximately 1.3 billion tons of food. According to climate change expert Chad Frischmann, reducing food waste is also one of the most important things we can do to combat climate change.
Read MoreConsumer attitudes towards sustainable buying habits have undeniably increased over the last decade and continue to evolve. Trends towards environmental issues like climate change, deforestation, and pollution become more prominent. Engaging your customers towards sustainable practices is vital. Here are eight ways to make that happen.
Read MoreWith a worldwide year-over-year (2019 - 2020) 300% peak growth for the search term “ethical brands”, and a 100% peak growth in the UK for “sustainable fashion”, it’s clear that consumers are increasingly aware of who they’re buying from and make conscious decisions about who they want to support.
Read MoreBut what exactly is circular economy and how can you implement it for your brand and products in a way that is both successful and gets you closer to your goals of being environmentally friendly?
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