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The Plastic-Free Garden: How to Grow Without Harming the Planet

The Plastic-Free Garden: How to Grow Without Harming the Planet In today’s world, we are constantly told to reduce plastic in our everyday lives — from the kitchen to the…

The Problem with Bioplastics

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in finding more sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics, leading to the development of bioplastics. Bioplastics are derived from renewable sources such as…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste
Sep, 15, 2024
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Plastic Pollution Greenwashing

At this point, there is no denying that plastic pollution is an issue and can be found in all remote corners of the planet, including our drinking water and food chain. It’s…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Home
Jul, 01, 2024
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Why Styrofoam Is So Bad for the Environment

Everyone knows Styrofoam is bad for the planet, but do you know why? Here’s a hint: it’s not just about biodegradability. Styrofoam has become such an accepted…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Home
May, 31, 2024
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Surprise! Six Products You Can Buy Plastic-Free!

We have a profound plastic pollution problem on our planet.

Plastic is in everything—and I mean EVERYTHING. Over ten years ago, my family made a commitment to avoid plastic,…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Home
Apr, 28, 2024
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We Can’t Fight Plastic Pollution with Plastic

“Recycling is better than disposal, reuse is better than recycling, but reduction is best of all. It is easier to deal with a flood by turning it off…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Home
Nov, 09, 2023
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Is It Possible to Live Plastic Free?

Is It Possible to Live Plastic Free?
I’m just going to say it: plastic is addictive — or should I say, the convenience of plastic is. We’re all so busy, more busy than we ever…

Fredrika Syren
Zero Waste, Zero Waste Home
Jul, 17, 2023
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