28 Day Challenge #28: I pledge to make a lifelong commitment (even a small one)
Well done! You have reached the end of the #28DayOceanPledgeChallenge, and with that, you have a good solid start to changing your subconscious behaviour and…
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28 Day Challenge #24: I pledge to make my wardrobe ocean-friendly
It might be hard to believe, but after oil, the fashion industry is the world’s most polluting industry. Did you know that “fast fashion” is…
28 Day Challenge #21: I pledge to wrap gifts responsibly
“Wrapping paper” is a deceptive term. All those sparkly bright colours and shiny, smooth finishes actually destine expensive gift wrappings for the landfill rather than…
28 Day Challenge #20: I pledge to buy second hand items
Not so long ago, we lived in a society where people really took care of the things they owned. They were proud of their possessions…
28 Day Challenge #19: I pledge to make my existing plastic last longer
When you started the 28 Day Challenge, you probably already had cupboards full of plastic items – and even going forward, you’re probably already thinking…
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…
28 Day Challenge #15: I pledge to be energy-conscious
Many of us use electricity every day. From boiling the kettle for that first cup of coffee in the morning, to earning our living at…
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…
28 Day Challenge #13: I pledge to ditch polystyrene
Cheap and lightweight, polystyrene (resin code ♸) is very popular in the food and take-away business. This is due to its low cost and insulation…
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…