I have had to make a lot of adjustments due to Covid-19. I think anyone attempting to live more low-waste would agree with that assessment. While I’ve done my best to minimize my consumption of plastic products, it’s been far from perfect. Before Covid-19, living plastic free was by no […]
Plastic Free July: A Crash Course in Sustainability
If you’re at the point in your sustainability journey where you own a reusable bag or mug but you don’t always carry it, or you’re not sure what to do next, you’re in the right place. It’s plastic free July, the perfect time of year to jump-start sustainable living! I’ve […]
How Plastic Ends Up in the Ocean
Marine debris is one of the most pervasive threats to marine life and ecosystems globally. It has been considered a major international issue since the 1970s. Litter in the oceans can harm or kill wildlife, pollute beaches, and become hazardous to ships and humans in the ocean (Jones, 1995). It […]
How to Build Your Own Vermicompost System
What is vermicomposting? Vermicomposting is a type of composting in which earthworms facilitate the breakdown of organic matter. Through this process food waste is transformed into the end product, worm castings. This method has all the benefits of traditional composting, which relies primarily on microbes, but also additional assets such […]
All You Need – Nut Mylks
I’ve compiled everything you need to know about alternative milks in one easy place Why? Although I’m not fully vegan, a huge proportion of people focused on sustainability avoid animal products. It’s really hard to find any vegan milks, or “mylk” as they’re often called, in anything but plastic-lined cartons. […]
Getting Started – A Beginner’s Guide to Sustainability
If you’re new to reducing your waste and haven’t taken any steps towards sustainability yet, this post is for you! These are what I believe to be the most crucial items to assist you in reducing an individual waste footprint. As a scientist, I approached this topic with the question: […]