28 Day Challenge #18: I pledge to compost
Did you know that almost one-third of all food produced in the world goes to waste? Apart from the social and humanitarian consequences of such food wastage, spoiled food is…
28 Day Challenge #17: I pledge to wash my clothes cooler, slower and less frequently
There is a plastic threat to the oceans that we cannot even see - plastic microfibres from clothing and textiles! Yup, you might not even be aware that your clothing…
28 Day Challenge #14: I pledge to say no to balloons and plastic party décor
Letting go of hundreds of balloons is a popular ceremonial tradition at memorials, schools, shopping centres, weddings and many other events. But, while balloons signal festive cheer to us humans,…
28 Day Challenge #12: I pledge to give up plastic straws
Hundreds of billions of plastic drinking straws are used globally. They are lightweight, non-recyclable and are easily blown away by the wind. They are one of the most commonly found…
28 Day Challenge #5: I pledge to choose sustainable seafood
When we think of seafood we immediately picture the staples like hake, sardines and anchovies. But, we humans are not the only ones who depend on these fish and therefore,…
Nurdle Soup anybody?
What on earth (or in the ocean) is a Nurdle? Nurdles are small, plastic pellets, about the shape and size of a split lentil. Nurdles form the basic building block…
Sprouting: Waste-free nutrition during the lockdown
Sprouting: Waste-free nutrition during the lockdown If long queues and the increased potential for infection is preventing you from getting your regular supply of fresh foods, then sprouting is the…