did you know that the over-production of cheaply made furniture is also having devastating effects on the environment?

Fast furniture: the other enemy of our times

You may have heard about the effects of fast fashion on the environment, but did you know that the over-production of cheaply made furniture is also having devastating effects on the environment? Let’s find out about fast furniture and what you can do to break this damaging consumer cycle.
Regenerative design is the 21st century’s answer to our environmental struggles, with the goal of bridging the gap we have created between humanity and nature and building the way our ancestors did

Regenerative design: stepping beyond sustainability

Move over sustainability - a new player has entered the game. Regenerative design is the 21st century’s answer to our environmental struggles, with the goal of bridging the gap we have created between humanity and nature and building the way our ancestors did: according to the Earth’s needs. It may just be the solution for the planet’s ailments.
Renaissance Fiber, inspired by nature and following the principles of biomimicry, aims at transforming hemp into the most sustainable fiber on Earth.

Renaissance Fiber: making hemp even more sustainable

Although hemp fibres are highly sustainable, there is still pollution involved in its production due to chemical processes. Renaissance Fiber, inspired by nature and following the principles of biomimicry, aims at transforming hemp into the most sustainable fiber on Earth. 

Workers in the garment industry are often subjected to terrible conditions. The very same industry has the power to drastically change their lives for the better.

How the garment industry is failing its female workers

Workers in the garment industry are often subjected to terrible conditions. The very same industry has the power to drastically change their lives for the better. This article attempts to answer the question: are women garment workers exploited or empowered?

Learn about pinkwashing, the practice of false supporting LGTBQIA+ rights

Pinkwashing: it's not all about the green

Nowadays we often find a surge in pride merchandise, advertisements and support from brands all over the world and in any industry. But do these brands truly support LGBTQIA+ rights? This has given rise to the concept of pinkwashing.

microplastics might be in most of your cosmetics, and the truth is they harm the environment and your health

Cosmetics are more polluting than you think: the reality

Are there microplastics in your cosmetics? Unfortunately, the harsh reality is that microplastics might be in most of your cosmetics, and the truth is they harm the environment and your health. But how can you tell whether or not microplastics are hidden in there? 

ECOncrete creates several coastal infrastructure solutions through its innovative environmental concrete technology.

ECOncrete: inspired by marine life to build sustainable cities

Winner of the 2020 Ray of Hope Prize, ECOncrete creates several coastal infrastructure solutions through its innovative environmental concrete technology. It takes inspiration from marine habitats, thus becoming a pioneer in creating sustainable coastal communities.
we created a list of industry certifications you should look for when shopping for sustainable and ethical fashion.

Certifications for sustainable fashion you should look for

When shopping for sustainable products we often face an overload of brands which claim to be mindful of our environment. But how can we know if it's real? To help you,  we created a list of industry certifications you should look for when shopping for sustainable and ethical fashion.
Let's look at the greatest marine challenges happening nowadays and concept of the blue economy.

The blue economy: your call to preserve marine ecosystems

All ecosystems have their own balance, including the marine world. The oceans are massively challenged by different threats, day by day. The blue economy opens a path for us to help preserve and restore them, but how can we concretely act?

How can you turn your brand sustainable? We have a guide in 9 steps.

Quick guide to turn your fashion brand sustainable

Nowadays, consumers require more and more brands to be transparent and conscious. But how can you make your brand sustainable? We got you the answer in 9 steps.
Read more about Shellworks and their aim to reimagine plastic packaging by learning from nature.

Shellworks: a new solution to plastic waste?

Vivomer is just like plastic - except that it’s not. But what’s behind this fully compostable material? Read more about Shellworks and their aim to reimagine plastic packaging by learning from nature.
Sharklet Technologies have found a way to replicate how sharks fight bacteria to increase health safety in hospital facilities.

Sharklet Techonologies: a new horizon for the healthcare industry

Sharklet Technologies have found a way to replicate how sharks fight bacteria to increase health safety in hospital facilities. How does this revolutionary technology work and what are its benefits? Read more to discover Sharklet’s innovation.