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Upcycling is the catch word for turning trash into treasure. Take something that would have been discarded and give it another use. Only in the late 20th century did we become a throw-away society. Let’s go back to the basics in the 21st. A great place to start being thrifty again is with holiday decor….
Imagine how much oil one fast food restaurant uses in a day, multiplied by how many restaurants are doing this around the world, and you may see that there is a big concern about what to do with all this oil, which often becomes thick and full of sediment, and then gets dumped. However, commercial…
The Paris 2024 XXXIII Summer Olympic Games will take the bold lead of being the first major event to disallow single-use plastics. Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced this ambitious plan on May 26, 2023. Sporting and sustainability-minded worlds alike are eagerly talking about France’s progressive initiatives to provide new alternatives to plastic. Hidalgo cited the…
The United Kingdom made it official this year: they are banning single-use plastics as of October 1, 2023, backed enthusiastically by 95% of individuals polled. Starting in October, retailers and food vendors cannot use these items, even if they have some left in stock. They are being encouraged to find immediate alternatives. It is estimated…
Plastics are made of various chemical combinations. To remove some of the headaches of sorting plastics for recycling, a method was invented that sorts them by weight. The process is called Sink Float. An entire water bottle, for example, is ground into small flakes in a vat of water. The caps are made of a…
There’s a popular comedy show skit about a couple at a restaurant who won’t order the chicken until they know everything about it: its name (Colin), where its diet was sourced, where it lived and whether it had been happy. They even visit the farm to see for themselves before they will order. Such concern…
What happens when a #7 gets mixed up with a batch of #1 or #2 recyclables? It contaminates the whole batch. Plastics may start with the same basic ingredient of crude oil, but they become bound differently with the addition of polymer combinations that make a plastic girder feel and act differently from stretch pants….
Recycling isn’t magic. What you put in the recycling can goes into various kinds of machinery to be chopped, melted or broken down in some way. Some things can’t be broken down at all. Others get stuck between moving parts, and sometimes an entire batch can be contaminated by just one thing. Recycling only works…
There are some things that you may have thought were curb-recyclable, but aren’t. Even if they have recyclable markings on them, local recyclers often don’t have the machinery to process them, or they are coated with something problematic. To name a few: You can toss corrugated, plain cardboard and paper food containers into the recycling…
Composting at home without a garden is possible, whether indoors or outside. Outside – Even if all you have is an apartment patio, you can get an aerated small compost bin, or else drill holes generously into the sides of a standard plastic storage container. Just remember to layer vegetable kitchen scraps and coffee or…
Afternoon pick-me-up ☕️ #coffee #sustainableliving #woodenutensils #sustainability #coffeetime #woodproducts
🍌🧊 Don`t let those overripe bananas go to waste! Here`s a tip to save them for later!
Did you know that you can freeze bananas and enjoy them at your convenience? It`s a great way to reduce food waste and have a healthy snack ready whenever you need it. Bananas tend to go ripe quickly, becoming mushy and turning brown. If you can’t get to the whole bunch fast enough, try freezing them, or else spring into action to make banana-walnut bread, banana muffins, banana-chocolate pie, banana pancakes, banana smoothies and banana ice pops. All of these can also be frozen for some time.
WoodAble wishes you a hauntingly happy and eco-conscious Halloween! 🕷️🦇 #EcoFriendlyHalloween #happyhalloween🌟🎃
Imagine what just replacing the use of plastic utensils with wooden utensils could do? #startsmall #sustainableliving
Did you know? Plastic now accounts for a staggering 12% of all municipal waste, a stark increase from just 1% in 1960. 😱🗑️
It`s time to take action! Embrace the change and reduce plastic waste by choosing wooden products like ours. Together, we can make a difference for a cleaner and more sustainable future. #ReducePlasticWaste #ChooseWoodenProducts #SustainabilityMatters
A fun, festive and compostable Halloween craft 🎃 #halloweencraftsforkids #halloween #halloweenart #happyhalloween #compostable #sustainableliving
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Small Changes, Big Impact! 🌱
TIP FOUR: Eat Sustainably: Choose locally sourced, organic foods and reduce meat consumption. A plant-based diet has a significantly lower carbon footprint. 🌱🍏 #Carbonfootprint #sustainability #sustainableliving
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Small Changes, Big Impact! 🌱
TIP THREE: Eat Sustainably: Choose locally sourced, organic foods and reduce meat consumption. A plant-based diet has a significantly lower carbon footprint. 🌱🍏 #Carbonfootprint #sustainability #sustainableliving
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Small Changes, Big Impact! 🌱
TIP TWO: Choose Eco-Friendly Products: Support brands that prioritize sustainability and use eco-friendly materials in their products. 🌿🛍️ #Carbonfootprint #sustainability #sustainableliving
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Small Changes, Big Impact! 🌱
Introducing a series to reduce your carbon footprint:
TIP ONE: Drive Less, Walk, or Bike More. Whenever possible, opt for public transport, carpooling, biking, or walking. It not only reduces emissions but also keeps you active and healthy! 🚴♀️🚶♂️ #Carbonfootprint #sustainability #sustainableliving
🌱 Embrace eco-friendly cooking! Our delicious vegetable stir-fry not only tantalizes your taste buds but also makes a positive impact on the planet. 🌍🍴
Say no to single-use plastic utensils and choose wooden ones to reduce waste and savor the natural flavors of your meal. 🌿
#SustainableCooking #WoodenUtensils #EcoFriendlyLiving
🎃🌿 Green Halloween Party Tips (Part Three!) 🌿🎃
Waste Games: Plan zero-waste games like pumpkin decorating or a spooky scavenger hunt to keep your guests entertained.
BYOC (Bring Your Own Cup): Encourage guests to bring their own reusable cups to reduce the need for disposable ones.
Pumpkin Recycling: After the party, compost your pumpkins or save the seeds for a tasty treat. Waste not, want not!
Donate Unwanted Items: Instead of tossing decorations and costumes, consider donating them to a local charity or school for future use.
Let`s make Halloween a little greener and spookier this year! 🌿👻💚 Let`s inspire each other to protect our planet while having a hauntingly good time!
#GreenHalloween #SustainableSpooks #ReduceReuseRecycle
🎃🌿 Green Halloween Party Tips (Part two!) 🌿🎃
Compostable Tableware: Use compostable or reusable plates, cups, and utensils to minimize single-use plastic waste.
LED Lights: Illuminate your party with energy-efficient LED lights instead of traditional bulbs. They`re spooktacularly energy-saving!
Costume Swap: Host a costume swap party to give old costumes new life and reduce textile waste.
#halloween #sustainableliving #sustainability #halloween party
🎃🌿 Green Halloween Party Tips 🌿🎃
Hey ghouls and goblins! 🧟♂️👻 Halloween is just around the corner, and it`s the perfect time to have a spooktacular yet sustainable celebration! Here are some tips to help you host an eco-friendly Halloween party:
DIY Decorations: Get crafty and make your own Halloween decorations using recycled materials. Cardboard, old sheets, and mason jars can become spooky masterpieces!
Thrifted Costumes: Raid thrift stores for your costumes, or swap costumes with friends to reduce waste and save money.
Eco-Friendly Treats: Choose treats with minimal packaging, and opt for locally sourced, organic, or fair-trade goodies. 🍬
#halloweenparty #sustainableliving #sustainability #sustainabletips #halloween
Are you ready to make a positive impact and reduce plastic use in your workplace? Here are some simple steps to get started:
1️⃣ Ditch Disposable Water Bottles: Invest in a reusable water bottle and use water dispensers or filters available in your office. Hydration, minus the plastic waste!
2️⃣ BYOM (Bring Your Own Mug): Avoid disposable cups by bringing your favorite mug to the office. Sip your coffee or tea in style!
3️⃣ Lunchbox Love: Swap out single-use plastic containers with durable, eco-friendly lunchboxes. Pack your meals with a side of sustainability!
4️⃣ Paper over Plastic: Opt for paper or digital documents instead of printing unnecessarily. Save trees and reduce office paper waste!
5️⃣ Recycling Rules: Familiarize yourself with your office`s recycling program and be diligent about recycling paper, cardboard, and plastic properly. Knowledge is power!
6️⃣ Choose Reusable Utensils: Bring your own wooden or metal utensils to work instead of using disposable plastic cutlery. It`s a small switch with a big impact!
7️⃣ Green Cleaning: Encourage your office to use eco-friendly cleaning products that come in refillable containers. Clean, green, and plastic-free!
Let`s lead by example and create an office environment that`s kinder to the planet! 🌍💚 #PlasticFreeOffice #SustainabilityAtWork #ReducePlasticWaste #OfficeGreenHeroes #MakeADifference
3 Ways to Embrace Wooden Utensils in the Office:
1️⃣ BYOU (Bring Your Own Utensils): Keep a set of wooden utensils in your desk drawer or bag.
2️⃣ Say "No" to Plastic Cutlery: Politely decline disposable plastic utensils when ordering takeout or dining in the office cafeteria.
3️⃣ Promote Awareness: Share this post to inspire your colleagues to join the eco-friendly utensil revolution!
Let`s be part of the solution, not the pollution! Together, we can make a difference, one wooden fork and spoon at a time. 🌱🍴
#EcoOffice #SustainableLiving #SayNoToPlastic #WoodenUtensils #OfficeHacks #GreenChoices
Eco-Friendly Office Hack: Embrace Wooden Utensils! 🌿🍴
In our quest to reduce plastic waste and make sustainable choices, let`s talk about a simple yet impactful change we can make in our office settings - switching to wooden utensils!
Why Wooden Utensils?
1️⃣ Environmentally Friendly: Wooden utensils are biodegradable and don`t contribute to plastic pollution in landfills and oceans.
2️⃣ Non-Toxic: Unlike some plastics, wooden utensils are free from harmful chemicals and additives.
3️⃣ Aesthetic Appeal: They add a touch of natural beauty to your workspace and elevate your lunch game!
4️⃣ Durable: Wooden utensils are sturdy and can withstand everyday use.
#office #officebreakroom #ecofriendly #reduceplasticwaste #plasticfree
Ever wonder how plastic water bottles are recycled?
Sink-float separation is a crucial step in recycling, especially for plastics. Here`s how it goes:
1️⃣ Collection: Mixed plastics are collected from various sources.
2️⃣ Sorting: Plastics are chopped into small pieces and mixed with water.
3️⃣ Separation: The mixture is then introduced to a tank where some plastics sink (like PET) while others float (like HDPE).
4️⃣ Skimming: Skimmers remove the floating plastics, while the sinking ones continue on for further processing.
5️⃣ Cleaning: The separated plastics are cleaned and dried thoroughly.
6️⃣ Transformation: Now, these clean plastics can be melted down and molded into new products
By using the sink-float method, we can efficiently separate and recycle different types of plastics, reducing waste and conserving resources. You can help bring down the one million-bottles-per-day job of recycling bottles by using your own permanent filtered water container.
#RecycleResponsibly #ReduceReuseRecycle 🌱
Embrace Circular Fashion! 🔄
Did you know that the fashion industry is one of the most resource-intensive sectors? It`s time for a change! Circular fashion is the future! It`s all about creating, wearing, and reusing clothes sustainably. Here`s how it works:
1️⃣ Reduce: Buy less, choose quality over quantity. Invest in timeless pieces that last.
2️⃣ Reuse: Pass on clothes you no longer wear to friends, donate, or sell them.
3️⃣ Recycle: Opt for eco-friendly fabrics and brands. Recycle old clothing to give them new life.
4️⃣ Repair: Mend, alter, and fix your clothes to extend their lifespan.
5️⃣ Resell: Explore second-hand shops or online platforms for amazing pre-loved finds.
Let`s make fashion kinder to our planet and our wallets.
#CircularFashion #SustainableStyle #FashionRevolution
🌍🧹 Get Ready for National Clean Up Day 2023! 🧹🌍
Mark your calendars for September 16th because it`s time to roll up our sleeves and make a difference! National Clean Up Day is just around the corner, and we`re gearing up to show some love to our planet. Let`s come together as a community and take action for a cleaner, greener world. 🌎💚
Whether it`s picking up litter in your local park, cleaning up a beach, or organizing a neighborhood cleanup, every small effort adds up to create a huge impact. Let`s spread awareness about the importance of a clean environment and inspire others to join in too!
Let`s turn National Clean Up Day into a movement that resonates far and wide. Are you in? Comment below and let us know how you`re planning to contribute on September 16th! 👇✨
#NationalCleanUpDay #CleanTheWorld #GreenInitiative #BeTheChange #CleanerGreenerFuture
