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You have done your research, you have taken inspiration from people leading the zero waste movement and you are now making conscious efforts to switch to eco-friendly alternatives. However, now you’re beginning to wonder whether your efforts are making an actual impact or not.  Pat yourself. The signs are good. The world is finally embracing the concepts championed by the movement and effects are beginning to show! CIRCULAR ECONOMY TAKES THE LEAD Apart from more individuals practising sustainability, multinational companies have started to embrace the movement as well. Stores and entire shopping centres dedicated solely to zero waste have sprung...

We often hear people talk about sustainable alternatives… but how sustainable are these alternatives, really? A product like bamboo toothbrush has a lot of uses and benefits, but is it sustainable?  The earliest invention of the first bristle toothbrush, similar to the modern toothbrush, was found in China during the Tang Dynasty. Materials used for this brush comprised hog hair for bristles and bamboo or bone for handles and at the time was a big technological advancement.  Why Bamboo? It’s 100% biodegradable  Unlike wood, it harvests in three years (which is significantly faster than trees).  Production of plastic produces CO2, whereas bamboo...

We have learnt the importance of slashing our carbon footprint by using sustainable alternatives instead of single-use plastic, vetoing fast fashion and investing in clean energy. However, changing the way you eat can also create a major impact.  According to the World Health Organisation(WHO), food production accounts for 20-30 % percent of global greenhouse gas emission and upto 66% water wastage. Focusing on what you’re eating allows you to reflect on where your food came from and how one can alter their food consumption and reduce food wastage. If we’re going to change how fast the world is heating up,...

By Akshita Ahuja If you’re anything like me, the lockdown has you thinking more and more about the environment. Researching on ways in which one can help made me stumble upon the Slow Fashion Movement. What caught my attention about this movement is that it’s a lifestyle choice that doesn’t demand a lot from us. It’s simply being conscious of what we buy. What is Slow Fashion? Slow Fashion focuses on the approach and awareness to fashion by the designers, buyers, producers and consumers. It focuses on the use of sustainable materials, ethical processes and fair trade. The Slow Fashion...