The Zero Journal

It's that time of year again! Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends, enjoy the company of those we love, and give thanks for all our blessings. But as you prepare your table this year, don't forget about how you can also celebrate sustainability at home. There are many ways to make Thanksgiving more sustainable: from using recycled paper products and locally grown food to even simple things like taking care not to waste any leftovers or cooking in bulk before the big day arrives. In this blog post, we'll explore 5 tips for making your Thanksgiving...

It's hard to miss the headlines these days with all of the information about plastic pollution. The plastics industry is one that has boomed in recent decades, but it comes at a cost. Plastic pollution has become an issue of major concern for environmentalists and scientists alike, who are sounding the alarm on its potentially long-lasting impacts on our environment and health. As seen in the news, plastics are polluting our oceans and waterways at an alarming rate. The effects of this pollution have already been linked to a number of health concerns for humans as well as wildlife. It...

First lets talk about what does it mean to be zero waste? The definition of zero waste varies depending on who you ask. According to the Zero Waste International Alliance , Zero Waste means that you design and make products so they don't have any waste. You also use all the resources in the products. Zero Waste will not discharge anything to land, water, or air that could hurt people, animals, or plants. I started my zero waste journey with some pretty basic steps like switching from disposable cotton rounds to washable ones, purchasing produce without packaging (if possible), bringing...