Earthworms help New Zealand’s Hamilton City divert organic waste from landfills
MyNoke’s earthworms – described as “nature’s little eco-warriors” – are producing fertiliser, and diverting organic waste from landfills.
Halloween creates horrifying piles of useless waste. Why not do it differently?
Mountains of discarded lolly wrappers, pumpkins, costumes and decorations are created every year for Halloween. How can we create a more sustainable event??
Eco-brand SimplyGood launches sustainable home cleaning and personal care products
Soluble cleaning tablets and hand soaps are 200 times smaller and 300 times lighter than the common liquid cleaners sold in supermarkets.
Modibodi: On offsets and building a sustainable underwear brand
“As a concept, Modibodi’s reusable products are a great option for customers looking to reduce carbon emissions in their daily habits.”
Countdown NZ’s Christmas collectible Bricks are 100 per cent recycled this year
New Zealand supermarket chain Countdown has launched a range of collectible Bricks for the festive season – and once again this year, they are made from 100 per cent recycled plastic.
Most Vietnamese consumers choose environmental protection over profits
Additionally, while governments make the biggest contributions to environmental sustainability, private enterprises are consistently underperforming.
8 realistic tips for a more sustainable Christmas
You may even wonder. Is it possible to have a more sustainable way to celebrate the holiday?
Green Friday sustainable sale aims to counter waste-generating shopfests like Cyber Monday
Digital event aims to counter shopping seasons like Black Friday, which encourage “excessive consumption patterns” and rash online purchases that often end up in the garbage.
Already, more adult incontinence products go to landfill than baby nappies in Australia. By 2030, it could be 10 times higher
Why we all need to get much better at dealing with the waste issues associated with adult incontinence products.
Thai researchers develop eco-friendly cat litter from cassava
Dubbed Hide & Seek, the cassava-based cat litter becomes sticky when soaked, solidifies with liquid or stool, and can easily be discarded through compost bins, flushing in the toilet, and as plant fertiliser.
Little Eco Baby wants to help Aussie parents reduce single-use nappies waste
A a child probably needs between 6000 and 7000 nappy changes before they graduate to undies – and around 800 million disposable nappies end up in Australian landfills every year.
Nespresso rewards sustainability SMEs and startups with StartCup challenge
The top-ranked business will receive $50,000, a Nespresso Momento Small Office Starter Pack.
Modibodi chosen by UK government to provide reusable period products in 22,000 schools
“Feedback demonstrates that reusable absorbent underwear increases young girls and young people with periods participation in vital activities like sport.”
Big W and Woolworths remove glitter from Christmas ranges
The two retailers have eliminated glitter from their Own Brand Christmas goods.
Ecostore competition helps customers upcycle and plant this spring
Creative Kiwis will have a chance to win one of three $499 family experience vouchers.