Learn how you can make 3 simple switches to reduce the food going to waste at your place.

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References

UNFCCC. (2024, September 30). Food loss and waste account for 8-10% of annual global greenhouse gas emissions; cost USD 1 trillion annually. UNFCCC. Unfccc.int. https://unfccc.int/news/food-loss-and-waste-account-for-8-10-of-annual-global-greenhouse-gas-emissions-cost-usd-1-trillion

Learn why you should make the easy switch to reusable produce bags and how this change makes a big impact!

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References

Anderson, L., & Gbor, N. (2024, January). Plastic waste in Australia and the recycling greenwash. The Australia Institute. https://australiainstitute.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/P1482-Plastic-Waste-in-Australia-Web.pdf

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW). (2022, October 25). Australian Plastics Flows and Fates Study 2020-21 – National report. Blue Environment. https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/apff-national-report-2020-21.pdf

We are going to compare whether the convenience of clingwrap is worth the cost and if containers live up to their expectations of reusable planet-saving champions.

References:

de Jager, T. & Aneck-Hahn, N. (2018, July 9). Cling film may have cancer risks. University of Pretoria. https://www.up.ac.za/research-matters/news/post_2992300-cling-film-may-have-cancer-risks

Ritchie, H., Samborska, V., & Roser, M. (2023). Plastic Pollution. Our World in Data. https://ourworldindata.org/plastic-pollution

Learn how to make 4 sustainable swaps this Valentine’s Day to make celebrating love more eco-friendly.

1. Swap bouquets for potted plants
2. Long lasting gifts
3. Bake, don’t buy
4. The gift of time

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References:

Choy, J. (2024, February 13). How to Have a Plastic-Free and Sustainably Floral Valentine's Day. Sierra Club. https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/plastic-free-valentines-day-with-sustainable-flowers

Discover why you should avoid some products in the cook-up area and what to look out for when purchasing your next eco-friendly dish cloth or sponge.

References:

Li, Y., Tao, L., Wang, Q., Wang, F., et al. (2023, August 10). Potential health impact of microplastics: A Review of Environmental Distribution, human exposure, and toxic effects. Environment & amp; Health, 1(4), pp. 249–257. doi:10.1021/envhealth.3c00052. (https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/envhealth.3c00052)

Learn the differences between biodegradable and compostable so you can be a hawk in the grocery aisles - sharp-eyed and vigilant, spotting the truth behind packaging and flashy labels.

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References:

HM Government. (2021). Standards for bio-based, biodegradable and compostable plastics. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/606eb6518fa8f573570f6a81/standards-biobased-biodegradable-compostable-plastics.pdf

Find out what greenwashing is, how companies are benefitting from it and how you can spot the products and services taking advantage of your good intentions.

References:

de Freitas Netto, S.V., Sobral, M.F.F., Ribeiro, A.R.B. et al. (2020, February 11). Concepts and forms of greenwashing: a systematic review. Environ Sciences Europe 32, 19. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12302-020-0300-3

An introduction to the Everyday Eco podcast where you'll learn why you should tune into the episodes.

References:

World Health Organization. (2016, March). Protecting Health from Climate Change. https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/wpro---documents/hae---regional-forum-(2016)/climatechange-factsheet-rfhe.pdf?sfvrsn=75d570fd_2