Author: Rebekah

Have you ever made a decision that didn’t help the environment because it took too much energy?  …or thought? …or advanced planning?  Did you feel guilty about your decision?   If so, you have probably suffered from something called eco-guilt. And just so you know, you are not alone!  The majority of participants in a recent…

Are you looking to reduce your waste, cut down on single-use plastic, and have a greener household?  Using zero waste laundry detergent will help your family cut down on the 1.6 million barrels of oil that are used to produce plastic bottles alone each year, according to the Daily Sabah. It will also help reduce…

It’s becoming a known statistic that scientists are predicting that by 2050 – just 30 years away – there will be more plastic in our oceans than fish. Looking at this quote probably has you feeling like you should do something to help, right?  You probably already know in your heart that you want to…

Switching to zero waste shampoo (and conditioner) is a great way to improve your health and the health of the planet.  Did you know that 50 percent of people in the U.S. don’t recycle personal care products, according to DoSomething.org? Does that shock you?  Well, I’m thinking that while it is shocking, it makes sense. …

You are probably here because you are just starting your zero waste (or low waste) journey, want to continue the next steps on your journey, or want to figure out what zero waste swaps to make next.   If so, you are in luck!  The easiest swaps to make for our family – that also had…