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January 28, 2022

Parabens: Why This Common Ingredient May Be Better Left Behind
In recent years, mounting research and regulatory scrutiny have singled out a few ingredients (like phthalates and sulfates) as posing potential risks to humans. But perhaps the target of the greatest concern is parabens. So why are parabens bad? And what is a paraben, anyway? We’ll walk you through the basics of this ingredient no-no, and what the latest research says.
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January 16, 2022

What Happens to Plastic After You Put It In Your Recycle Bin?
Did you know six times more plastic gets incinerated than gets recycled? The reality is that recycled plastics may not take the journey you assume once they leave your home.
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December 30, 2021

8 Ways to Reduce your Plastic Useage Right Now
Taking small steps are an actionable ways to reduce plastic waste in our environment. Reducing single-use plastic consumption is a huge commitment — and not easy since so much of our daily life revolves around plastic products. So, pick a few changes that fit your lifestyle and know that these shifts can have a big impact over time.
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November 4, 2021

Everything You Need to Know About COP26
What is COP26? Every year, world leaders gather to discuss the state of climate change and climate action in a Conference of the Parties (COP). This year, the 26th summit, will be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from October 31st to November...
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August 25, 2021

10 Brands Making Cool Products From Recycled Materials
In the wake of the pandemic, we’re more conscious than ever of caring for our bodies, protecting our families and preserving our planet.

Thankfully, brands of all sizes are also prioritizing how they make the products they sell. Here are 10 brands making moves to produce items made from recycled materials and in some cases are collaborating with other sustainable superheroes.

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August 3, 2021

What to Know About Plant-Based Laundry Detergent
Plant-based laundry detergents can be highly effective and provide added benefits for your health and the health of our planet. Read on to discover why you should consider making the switch.
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June 15, 2021

Separating Fact From Fiction When it Comes to Recycling Single-Use Plastics
Recycling is tricky business, especially when it comes to single-use plastics. Here’s what you need to know about single-use plastic alternatives, why these materials are such a problem, and which plastics are actually recyclable.
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June 11, 2021

Teaching Children Important Sustainable Habits
With Father’s Day on the horizon, I wanted to take a moment to share some of the fun I have been having teaching my kids lessons about environmental sustainability and stewardship using the Cleanyst system.
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March 19, 2021

Conscientious Consumers Tackle Plastic Waste on World Consumer Rights Day
This year marked the 38th annual World Consumer Rights Day, which is dedicated to highlighting the power of consumers and their rights to a fair, safe and sustainable marketplace for everyone.
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