Wasteless Planet is one year old today! Hooray! It doesn't feel like a whole year has passed already, but the calendar firmly states that the first ever post on this website was on August 2018. If there's anything that a year of Wasteless Planet has shown, is that an eco-friendly lifestyle is a journey. You keep taking steps, making changes, … [Read more...] about A year of Wasteless Planet: an eco-friendly lifestyle is a journey
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Green up your work space for Cubicle Day
Happy Cubicle Day! We have so many funny and unexpected national and international days on our calendar. Sunday, April 28, 2019, is dedicated to the cubicle. From what I've seen, most cubicles are far from worth celebrating. How boring can a workplace be? Too much dullness, too many toxins, not enough eco-friendlyness and not enough fresh air. You … [Read more...] about Green up your work space for Cubicle Day
Support inspiring young women taking action on climate change
Let's celebrate the women in our lives! March 8th is International Women's Day 2019 and this year it's all about 'Balance for Better'. We need a more gender balanced world to make it better for everybody. To celebrate International Women's Day I'd like to put some amazing young women in the spotlight. These women are making a statement about … [Read more...] about Support inspiring young women taking action on climate change
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!
Waste less time in 2019: 31 Journaling Prompts for the New Year
Isn't it funny how one day can feel so different from the other? I know that technically, the first day of the year is a day just like any other. And yet it feels like a whole new beginning to me. All new options, chances, adventures, challenges, people to meet and skills to learn in 2019. How about your year? I hope it will be filled with … [Read more...] about Waste less time in 2019: 31 Journaling Prompts for the New Year
Gift guide ideas: my top 3 favorite charities
In the spirit of giving, I'd love to share my favorite charities with you. Finding the perfect holiday gifts for the people you love is amazing. But if you happen to have a little extra to spare, why not spread more love? Sharing your time, resources or money with people less fortunate than yourself feels good, doesn't it? It's as much a gift … [Read more...] about Gift guide ideas: my top 3 favorite charities
Welcome to Wasteless Planet
Welcome! I'm so happy you're taking a look around my website. With Wasteless Planet I want to help people live a more eco-friendly life with little effort. And without giving up on having nice things and a feel of luxury. Finding and using alternatives to everyday plastics, disposables or wasteful products is a fun challenge for me. A challenge … [Read more...] about Welcome to Wasteless Planet