Tag: food waste

Backhoe working on garbage dump in landfill. People Working at Landfill site.

Food Waste: Its Impact on the Planet and People

About the author: Nsama Musonda Kearns is the Founder and Executive Director of Care for Nature Zambia, a non-profit organization working to promote environmental conservation and sustainable development. Author of Learning about the Environment, Nsama spearheads environmental conservation projects, education, and policy implementation in Zambia. She is a passionate advocate for the environment, and dreams…
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10 Easy Life Hacks to Reduce Your Impact

“You have to hold yourself accountable for your actions, and that’s how we’re going to protect the Earth.” – Julia “Butterfly” Hill We are at a climate crossroads, and it’s time to transform the way we live. In honour of Earth Day 2021, here are 10 easy life hacks you can use to fight climate change and…
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Colourful leaves as zero-waste decor

How to Host a Zero-Waste Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving, host a zero-waste celebration to show your gratitude for the one thing we all have in common: Our home planet. Hosting Thanksgiving can be stressful. From meal prep and table settings, to leftovers and decor, it’s easy to choose convenient options over sustainable ones.  While planning this years celebration, follow these five tips…
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Composting 101: From Rubbish to Riches

Globally one-third of all food produced goes to waste. At retail prices, that’s equal to nearly one trillion dollars in food waste. Given the current climate condition and overflowing landfill sites, mixing food with general waste is no longer a sustainable solution. Now is the time to be composting. Organic waste that is sent to…
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