This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Author: Michael Hopkin, Editor: Energy + Environment, The Conversation. Let’s be honest – environment news isn’t always the jolliest, and 2018 was no exception. From climate change, to recycling, to energy policy, at times it has felt like we’ve been lurching from one crisis to the...
If you were to judge our civilisation by what’s being put forward by commercial broadcasters and mainstream news and media, you would be forgiven for coming away with a negative impression of human society (narcissistic, self-centred, materialistic, hedonistic, stupid) or feeling a sense of doom and gloom about the future of humankind. Thankfully, we –...
Telling people there’s a problem isn’t the same as showing people there’s a problem – the latter is way more effective in driving home an important message. And it’s exactly the strategy that social impact designer Laura Francois and visual engineer/photographer Benjamin Von Wong employed as they set about to communicate the scale of the...
As 2018 draws to a close, we take a look at some of the coolest green tech inventions and exciting sustainability innovations that are helping to save our planet. 1. Bottle crushing sand machine DB Export, a New Zealand brewing company, created a glass crushing machine that turns an empty beer bottle into 200 grams...
With adventure and travel more popular than ever, it’s an exciting time for outdoor brands to influence sustainability in the textile industry. From failures to progression, it’s integral for both consumers and other companies to learn and understand a brand’s journey in social and environmental responsibility. Kathmandu is an adventure and travel brand originating in...
TOM Organic is behind Australia’s leading range of certified organic cotton pads and tampons – free from synthetic chemicals, perfumes and pesticides. The company was founded by Melbourne-based entrepreneur Aimee Marks who believes that a woman should never have to compromise the health and wellbeing of their bodies as well as the planet’s. So we’re...
You’ve celebrated Christmas and already looking to conquer the year ahead with conscious intention and purpose. Whether you’re a small business owner, a working parent or a college student, you’re keen to get organized and make 2019 your best yet – and you’re keen to do it in ethical and sustainable style. Whether you’re after...
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Author: Michal Carrington, Senior Lecturer in Marketing, University of Melbourne. Are you an organic shopper? Into fairtrade? A greenhouse gas warrior? All about free-range and animal welfare? Even if you said yes to all the above, the chances are that, when you shop, only a few...
Editor’s note: This is an excerpt from our weekly newsletter that I’ve chosen to republish on the site. Merry Christmas! Now it’s the season to be jolly. Christmas is a super special time of the year for me. I was a devout Catholic up until I was 15 (I attended Catholic Youth Group and Bible...
Whether you’re building an eco-friendly workplace, a conscious parent planning for when the kids go back to school or a student who wants to show your love for the planet through your choice of school supplies, whatever brings you here, we know you want to do right by the environment and minimise your footprint. Vegan,...
Oops, did you put off getting gifts until this week? Or did you succumb to some good old-fashioned seasonal depression? Work too much and forgot to be festive? I got you. The best gifts are not only lovely but represent you and your relationship with the gift’s recipient. You don’t want to run to your...
So you’ve left Christmas shopping to the last minute or just forgot to get something for a few people (like your cousin who you learn is rocking up to Christmas lunch) and need some quick Xmas gift ideas that meet one or more of the following criteria: a) doesn’t need to be shipped as it...