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Zero Waste—Benefits of Buying in Bulk

One part of going zero waste and cutting down on both waste and recyclable materials is buying in bulk as much as possible. Today I buy almost everything in bulk:…

How to Become a Conscious Consumer

Have you ever asked yourself how some products we buy can be so cheap?

Over time I began to question how on earth a store can make a profit on a super cheap item while getting…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Shopping
Oct, 09, 2019
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Things I Have Stopped Buying Since Going Zero Waste

Since going zero waste and learning to live a simpler life, my family and I have been enjoying the many benefits. Most important among these are reducing our environmental impact on the world, having…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Shopping
May, 31, 2019
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No,Thanks: I Do Not Need a Bag

By Fredrica Syren:
Do you know how often I have said those words? Plastic bags have been in our everyday life for quite some time now. We all love their convenience, but those darned plastic bags…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Shopping
May, 25, 2018
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Don't Get Greenwashed

By Fredrica Syren:
Ever since my family and I went green and committed ourselves to reducing our carbon footprint and using only eco-friendly products, I have marveled at the way consumers’ high demand for greener…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Shopping
Sep, 14, 2017
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Farmers Markets—Good Business for Sustainability

By Fredrica Syren a.k.a Green mom:

We try to shop at local farmers’ markets for as much of our food as possible. We’re lucky to have one relatively close to our home. Some of our friends and family feel…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Shopping
Aug, 10, 2015
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The Price of Cheap Food

When I tell people we try to eat only organic and local food, I hear so often how expensive this must be. I have to say that I’m getting a bit tired of hearing…