sustainability

Want to learn how to make a difference to the planet with your diet? We take a look at plant protein for an eco-friendly diet and the links between climate change and ageing.

In this issue of Green Beat, we take a look at how your small changes can make a big difference and meet some big squirrel personalities.

Nurturing the environment means considering the packaging we use. Brookfarm’s CEO Will Brook knew there had to be a better way to keep their products fresh … and Roll ’n’ Recycle was born.

Two years after being fired from her own label, Kit Willow started again from the ground up. Second time around, though, she is reshaping a broken industry and forging a fresh outlook in which makers, market and Mother Earth all benefit. In the world of fashion, it’s rare that everyone wins. The thirst for fast […]

We look at the damage green-technology minerals may do and how we might overcome the challenge.

Soap Nuts, Soap Berries and Washing Nuts are all names used to describe this mother earth provided solution to cleaning, well, everything. The berries from the Sapindus tree are harvested by hand in Nepal, dried and de-seeded leaving them looking a little like nuts, hence the name Soap Nuts. You can’t get much closer to the beauty of nature providing than this.

Soap Nuts contain Saponin which has the ability to clean and wash. When in contact with water they create a mild sud similar to common soap. Naturally anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-microbial they’re a 100% pesticide free (originated from certified organic producers) eco friendly wonder cleaner.

A simple guide to mindful writing and tips to scheduling mindfulness into your life by ColourHide, known for their vibrant and environmentally-conscious stationery. 

ColourHide Earth A4 Zipper Binder gives new life to ocean plastic by transforming it into a range of stationery. Not only do these products look as good as the rest of the ColourHide range, they also include covers that are made from repurposed ocean plastic, making the ocean a cleaner place. Just don’t get too organised. Notebooks are for scribbling, sketching, experimenting and exploring. So go on. Be spontaneous.

ColourHide Ring Binders are high quality and available in a vibrant range of colours. With protective PP covers in an ocean design.

We explore the effect of consumption culture and the future of sustainability to preserve planet earth as we know it.

Practical, plastic free, planet friendly & good looking – what else would you want in a food container? Great for the pantry, fridge, picnic or lunch to go. The best part is you can bake directly in the glass base of these containers and then pop the lid on to store in the fridge. The silicone seal inside the bamboo lid keeps food fresh without leaking. The largest size in this set of 4 is perfect for a table salad to share. You don’t need to be an eco warrior to enjoy these, just a lover of beautiful things!

No plastic-free pantry is complete without a set of 2 Byron Pantry Jars. Fill your produce bags at the shops or market and then tip your dry or wet food into these lovely glass & bamboo jars. FDA approved & made ethically with FSC Certified Bamboo. You’ll have a fresh and organised pantry and fridge without any plastic in sight.

The most stylish Compost Bin yet! This is one of those items that you want on your kitchen counter. With a matte off-white finish this Compost Bin is made from high quality stainless steel that won’t rust. Featuring an in-built charcoal filter there’s zero smell plus the handle makes it easy to carry. A sleek and practical way to reduce food waste!