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The Impact on Mental Well-being
The Impact on Mental Well-being
  As the climate crisis becomes more urgent, people experience anxiety and apprehension. Eco-anxiety, the distress caused by environmental concerns, is increasingly recognized. The younger generation, in particular, feels fear,... Read more...
repurpose old clothing
How to Repurpose Old Clothes and Reduce Textile Waste
Have you ever had a pair of clothes that you absolutely love but doesn't fit you anymoreor isn't your style? Upcycling clothes is a great way to reduce textile waste... Read more...
'Why I’m only buying five new things in 2023'
'Why I’m only buying five new things in 2023'
"To combat climate change, experts advise we place strict limits on our spending habits. FT fashion editor Lauren Indvik offers her shopping list" Read more...
Summertime Fun!
Summertime Fun!
SPLISH SPLASH 🌊 Summer season is full of swimming, tanning, and having fun at the beach! While spending a day at the beach, you may find piles of trash on... Read more...
Finding "Home" with Ardo Living
Finding "Home" with Ardo Living
Home decor is an aesthetic appeal, whether you are a young person going to decorate a college dorm or spicing up your new home as an individual homeowner. There are... Read more...
META - FASHION?!
META - FASHION?!
The universe is changing and colliding where the Metaverse merges with fashion. Think of holograms of unique fashion designs seen on the catwalk during Fashion Week. It will bring the... Read more...
Fabric: The "Feel" of Clothing
Fabric: The "Feel" of Clothing
Have you ever wondered what the material of fabric from your clothing is sourced? We have all shopped online without knowing how the dress, shirt, or pants are made. If... Read more...
Influencer of the Week: FASHIONLUSH
Influencer of the Week: FASHIONLUSH
Erica Stolman Dowdy, or @fashionlush on Instagram, gracefully shared her honest thoughts on sustainability and slow fashion through the eyes of an influencer.  The fashion lifestyle blogger and co-founder of... Read more...
Everlane’s Michael Preysman: ‘Buying carbon offsets is an excuse to continue to reap carbon’
Everlane’s Michael Preysman: ‘Buying carbon offsets is an excuse to continue to reap carbon’
BY NITYA RAO : This is an interesting article because when you shop on Everlane's website, there is an option to offset your emissions, but no further explanation of where that money... Read more...
Present Iteration Featured on SDVoyager
Present Iteration Featured on SDVoyager
Taylor Allen was interviewed by SDVoyager and gave an inside look into how Present Iteration got started, what we stand for, and the challenges we face as we strive to... Read more...
With New Sustainability Commitments, Allbirds Accelerates A ‘Cradle-To-Grave Approach’ That Incorporates Consumers And Supply Chain - Christopher Marquis
With New Sustainability Commitments, Allbirds Accelerates A ‘Cradle-To-Grave Approach’ That Incorporates Consumers And Supply Chain - Christopher Marquis
Allbird's new sustainability goals include obtaining 100% of its wool from regenerative sources. DEAN MACKENZIE As a large collective source of carbon emissions, businesses have a key role to play in... Read more...
Why You Don’t See Wind Turbines in the City
Why You Don’t See Wind Turbines in the City
On-shore wind generation plants are popular across the rural United States, but a rarity in metropolitan areas. Here’s a deep dive as to why.  Read more...