Sustain Your World
Last Updated on November 11, 2024 It’s that time of year again – the 2024 sustainable gift guide! I love writing these guides every year because my mother and me both have the love language of gifts, and eco-friendly gifts make this even better! I’ve been focusing less on physical gifts, more on acts of…
Last Updated on November 4, 2024 This post was sponsored by Adobe Express. All thoughts and opinions are my own; for more information, please see my disclosure policy. Since moving to Maine, I get the fall hype. I finally get it. I have never seen trees that are so colorful. The air is crisp. Cliché,…
Last Updated on October 30, 2024 Did you know most shower curtain liners are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which contains a number of toxic chemicals? If it emits that “new shower curtain smell” it’s likely made from PVC. The problem is PVC contains volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which are linked to indoor air pollution…
Last Updated on October 25, 2024 As you can imagine, I’m all about finding ways to reduce food waste at home. It’s a huge part of my zero waste lifestyle, and in all honestly, I love the challenge! Not to mention, food waste is a major global issue with serious environmental consequences. Each year, tons…
Last Updated on August 27, 2024 I recently moved to Maine and bought a fixer-upper home. The goal? Sustainable home restoration and interior design choices. I wanted to create something timeless and stay true to the house’s almost 200-year-old heritage. It’s an old beauty! I was so afraid I wouldn’t feel a connection with our…
Last Updated on August 1, 2024 Have you ever slept on linen sheets before? They’re surprisingly soft and good at wicking away moisture, making them ideal for the warmer months. You’ll spend 1/3 of your life rubbing up against your sheets. That’s why it’s important that they’re comfy and non-toxic. Some of the links in…
Last Updated on August 21, 2024 By now, you’ve probably heard of PFA chemicals. They’re found in a wide array of consumer products, like nonstick cookware and water-resistant materials. According to a new study by the U.S. Geological Survey, at least 45% of the nation’s tap water is estimated to have one or more types…
Last Updated on August 27, 2024 I recently moved to Maine and took on a home restoration project that was a lot of work. Our home has an almost 200-year-old heritage and it was certainly a fixer upper! I removed so much wallpaper and was filling up massive bags of trash. But, despite the waste,…
Last Updated on August 30, 2024 Have you ever heard of ESG investing before? If you’re interested in making money with the stock market, but want to approach it sustainably, you might want to familiarize yourself with this term. There are so many kinds of stocks to invest in. Unfortunately, not all of them are…
Last Updated on September 3, 2024 Have you ever heard of green finance? Essentially, it’s a type of financing that supports eco-friendly projects and initiatives. This post was sponsored by Clean Energy Credit Union All thoughts and opinions are my own; for more information see my disclosure policy. This can include loans and investments that…
