Songs are a fine and, most of all, fun way to teach children about important issues. Joyful melodies combined with simple messages seem so easy to remember. A catchy tune delivers a message significantly more robust than any of us keyboard slamming eco-warriors. So forget my writing, turn up the volume, dance with the kids, and have fun while … [Read more...] about Fun children’s songs about recycling
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ORLY switches LA factory from nail polish to hand sanitizer
It is great to see brands respond to the global COVID-19 pandemic by switching their production process into one that helps prevent the spread of this deadly corona virus. ORLY International is doing just that. It is changing the Los Angeles nail polish factory into a factory for hand sanitizer. That's right: from nail polish to hand … [Read more...] about ORLY switches LA factory from nail polish to hand sanitizer
Save the planet one sweater at the time
Yay! Warm Sweater Day 2020 is coming! This year the Dutch tradition to save the planet one sweater at the time is on February 7. Want to learn more about Warm Sweater Day? Read on, my dears, read on. Warm Sweater Day is a fun, cozy tradition from the Netherlands to raise climate change awareness. In Dutch, it's called Warmetruiendag. A … [Read more...] about Save the planet one sweater at the time
Warm Sweater Day: heat yourself, not the planet!
Today I'd like to introduce you to a fun, cosy tradition that we have in my country, the Netherlands, to raise awareness to climate change. A tradition that's only been around since 2007, but that's already won the hearts of so many people and corporations. This year we're expecting at least 200.000 people to join in. And I would love for the … [Read more...] about Warm Sweater Day: heat yourself, not the planet!
Lunchskins review: the 7 year abuse of a reusable sandwich bag
Being one of my reusable sandwich bags is no joke. You'll get tossed around like a soccer ball. You'll be stuck in hand bags, lap top bags and other carriers. You'll be squeezed, get dirty and be sat on. Sometimes you'll even be licked (I mean, who could possibly leave melted chocolate behind, right?!). Wash. Dry. Repeat. When you buy products … [Read more...] about Lunchskins review: the 7 year abuse of a reusable sandwich bag
How to reduce waste at home: 5 easy ways to waste less for beginners
The fun thing about reducing waste in your home is, that it's easy. Especially when you are completely new at going zero waste. Because when you're new at this, every small change makes a huge difference. And the basics are simple. All you need to do is replace the stuff you only use once with stuff you can use over and over. And you'll reduce … [Read more...] about How to reduce waste at home: 5 easy ways to waste less for beginners