Whether you’re participating in Plastic Free July, transitioning to a zero waste lifestyle or just writing a report on the environmental impacts of plastic, here are some facts and statistics about plastic that will shock you… and hopefully inspire you towards live a life with less plastic and reduce your plastic footprint. Plastic production 1....
When you buy through our links, we may earn fees from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Need an ethically-made knit jumper or cozy, oversized sweater to help you keep warm during the cooler months? Or just looking to replace a well-worn one that no amount of mending can spruce up? You’ve come to the right page....
Dutch politicians voted today in favour of fast-tracking the shut down of the estimated 128 remaining mink fur farms in the Netherlands, following outbreaks of SARS-CoV-2, commonly known as COVID-19, on 17 fur farms in April. The coronavirus was first identified on two Dutch mink farms (holding more than 20,000 animals) on 26 April 2020. This comes...
Australia is currently in recession thanks to the unprecedented bushfires and COVID-19 pandemic and the economic outlook remains bleak in the short-term. Purchasing from brands that are committed to sourcing sustainably, paying fair wages, using eco-friendly fabrics and practicing responsible manufacturing will help to build a more sustainable and resilient Australian economy. Here are some...
Father’s Day is just around the corner (for our American readers it falls on June 21) and you’re seeking a cool, sustainable gift for your dad that shows your love, gratitude and appreciation. Here’s a list of Father’s Day gift ideas to inspire you to purchase a gift for your dad and the father figures...
In honour of Ahmaud Aubrey, Breonna Taylor, Nina Pop, George Floyd and the countless others whose lives were taken unjustly – and on reflection of the many injustices inflicted on black, brown and people of colour (individuals such as Christian Cooper who was the subject of racial weaponisation and discrimination when white woman Amy Cooper (no relation)...
Given the sustainability and environmental themes of this platform, it is no secret that here at EWP we are a bunch of gardening enthusiasts. At HQ, we grow herbs, regrow food from scraps, care for houseplants, decorate our office with indoor plants, grow seedlings in a greenhouse, are building a second greenhouse, are creating a...
Mother’s Day is just around the corner (May 10) and buying a sustainable gift to show your mama the gratitude and appreciation for all that she does is made a touch more complicated because of the pandemic lockdowns. So we’ve curated this list of Mother’s Day gift ideas to inspire you to purchase a gift...
Continuing our celebrations for Earth Day and Earth Week, we’ve teamed up with sustainable shopping platform EarthHero to giveaway a Zero Waste Gift Box and a $100 EarthHero gift card. The EarthHero Zero Waste Gift Box is valued at US$48.50 and makes the ideal zero waste starter kit as it features items designed to help you reduce the...
On 22nd April, 2020 Earth Day celebrated its 50th anniversary. We’re continuing our week-long Earth Day celebrations by sharing these amazing quotes about our beautiful world and natural environment. From scientists such as Jane Goodall right through to naturalists such as John Muir, we hope their words inspire you to regularly convene with, and protect, Mother...
For this Earth Day giveaway, we’ve partnered with B-Corp certified social enterprise Treedom to give 25 people a chance to win their very own cacao tree planted in the virtual Eco Warrior Princess Forest. Total prize value is approximately €372 (roughly US$405). Treedom is the only website in the world that allows you to plant...
Our latest giveaway gives one lucky winner sustainable hair salon vibes in the comfort of your own home. We’re giving away a Pure Haircare Bundle valued at A$123 that includes: Precious Ends Leave-In Treatment 150ml RRP $31.95Curly Girly Define Shape/D-Frizz (Moisturising Curl Primer) 200ml RRP $31.45Styling Primer (Anti-Humidity Heat Protection) 200ml RRP $29.95Sacred Mask (Intense...