Swedish company Ecolean’s super-thin packaging
Designers are in the business of making stuff. When done well, this makes people consume more in order to help businesses grow. This simple equation used to be the very definition of successful design, but it was also, in many cases, undeniably narrow-minded as well, helping to encourage a culture of consumption that currently threatens literally [ Read More → ]
Swedish company Ecolean’s super-thin packaging
Designers are in the business of making stuff. When done well, this makes people consume more in order to help businesses grow. This simple equation used to be the very definition of successful design, but it was also, in many cases, undeniably narrow-minded as well, helping to encourage a culture of consumption that currently threatens literally [ Read More → ]
Wood products made from unsustainable forests supports the harvesting of trees that will will not grow back.
However, the waste products from making plastic are toxic.. and it won’t biodegrade for many years. Which is worse?
It depends on the product. I can only think of toys, furniture and some housewares (dinnerware, shelves, picture frames, etc. ). With this context, stuff made [ Read More → ]
Leading a sustainable lifestyle is about more than just being “green”. Here are some tips on how to lead a more all-around sustainable lifestyle.
1. Eat Organic and Local
Eating organic, local foods is a way to enhance one’s personal health as well as contribute to a healthy agricultural system that doesn’t spew harmful chemicals into the environment or burn fossil fuels [ Read More → ]
