23 billion pairs of shoes are made every year and 22 billion are thrown into landfill. With new designs launching every day, Sneakerhead culture and trainer consumption are only growing. Sneakerheads collect and trade trainers as a hobby; however, being a Sneakerhead … Read More
Circular Economy
Why subscription is the solution for an affordable circular economy
As the need to radically reduce waste and carbon emissions grows more pressing every year, businesses all over the world must look beyond the take-make-waste model that we’re all so used to. UN sustainability goals and net zero targets are … Read More
The Power of Collaboration: Building a Sustainable Future Together
In the face of escalating environmental challenges, it’s become increasingly clear that collaboration is the key to achieving a sustainable future. No single entity or individual can tackle these complex issues alone. Let’s explore how effective collaboration can drive meaningful … Read More
Innovating for a Circular Future: Redesigning Industries for Sustainability
The need for a more sustainable future has never been more pressing. As we face environmental challenges such as climate change and resource depletion, it’s clear that our current linear consumption model is not sustainable. It’s time to shift gears … Read More
Sustainability and Consumer Demand: How to make Conscious Choices
Sustainability has become a key driver behind consumer choices. As individuals, we are increasingly conscious of the impact our decisions have on the planet and future generations. Let’s explore how consumer demand and conscious choices are shaping the sustainable landscape … Read More
The Rise of Circular Business Models
The rise of circular business models is transforming industries and revolutionizing the way organizations operate. With a growing focus on sustainability and responsible resource management, circularity is gaining momentum as a powerful approach to business. Let’s explore how circular businesses … Read More
Inditex partners with Maersk in bid to decarbonise shipping
Inditex has agreed to become an early adopter of Maersk’s ECO Delivery Ocean initiative, a programme that swaps conventional fuels for more sustainable options such as green methanol or waste-derived biodiesel. According to Maersk, these alternative fuels can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by … Read More
eBay and WRAP bring retailers together for circular furniture
eBay UK has partnered with the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) to convene a council of retailers for the promotion of circular homeware and furniture.The Circular Change Council will bring several major retailers together to increase the circularity of homeware and furniture. Established … Read More
Amazon: forest conservation projects are working – but there is still some way to go
During the presidency of Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil became the world leader in deforestation. From 2019 to 2022, Bolsonaro rescinded and relaxed conservation laws, weakened anti-deforestation enforcement, slashed the budget of the relevant government agencies and encouraged mining on indigenous land. … Read More
European plastics manufacturers agree roadmap to circular plastics
The Plastics Transition roadmap highlights what Plastics Europe calls the urgent need for a policy framework that stimulates circular markets and investments. Plastics Europe says its vision is to create a sustainable plastics system that continues to meet consumer and … Read More
London to generate extra 40,000 tonnes of Halloween waste
Internal processing statistics from Autumn 2022 from London recycling and resource management firm Bywaters show the waste impact of Halloween purchasing trends. In 2022 from 23 October to 6 November, Bywaters reported a 15% increase in waste material coming into … Read More
UK government announces “simpler recycling” waste reforms
The government hopes the reforms will boost recycling stagnating rates and protect the environment. This “simpler, common-sense approach” to recycling means people across England will be able to recycle the same materials, whether at home, work or school, putting an … Read More