Well, Mother's Day is fast approaching and you haven't bought anything yet. How are you going to show Mom you've planned ahead and put some thought into her Mother's Day gift? Don't worry, we've got you covered. This gift guide has something for every type of mom out there and (bonus!) has a sustainable touch to it - who doesn't love that!
Sounds pretty scary, right? Scary, but true. At the current consumption rate on Earth, humans are depleting resources way faster than they are renewed, and according to The Global Footprint Network (GFN) we will need 1.7 Earths to survive.
But how does the GFN calculate this? Simply put, a country can either have an ecological deficit or ecological reserve resulting in an overall total from the 196 countries in the world. Human consumption is measured by the country’s capacity to renew the resources demanded from its ecosystems.
To give you an idea of what that looks like in the U.S. and Canada, see below:
So which countries are in the ecological deficit dog house? Trinidad and Tobago, Singapore, Belgium, Israel, South Korea, United States, Netherlands, and Japan to name a few. One of the common denominators resulting in these negative ecosystems is oil and natural gas.
On the plus side, there are many countries with very large ecological reserves although rapid population growth and deforestation is a growing concern.
One of the fastest ways for a country to decrease their ecological footprint is by switching to greener energy sources like solar and wind. Many countries, like the United States and Canada are increasing their solar and wind power by subsidizing the resources to the public. This in theory should convert many grids into low consumption ecosystems.
If you’d like to learn more about how solar power and wind mills are decreasing our ecological footprint, please check out Clear Line for more.
It’s kind of sad that we only set aside one day a year to appreciate this amazingly beautiful planet we live on. Does that mean 364 days of the year we aren’t appreciating the Earth? No, but the best way to change our habits is by action.
Hopefully, the following actions will inspire you to change your consumption habits, even if it is just for one day. After all, there is only one Earth.
This one is easy. Walk or ride your bike to work, carpool with a colleague or friend, or take public transit. You can do it... James Corden does!
Lowering your thermostat by as little as 2 degrees can make a huge difference not only on your monthly bill but also on the overall grid. If you want to be an all-star, lowering your thermostat during low consumption hours (such as when you are away or sleeping) can make a massive difference!
This may be the hardest action to willingly do, but get those hands wet and clean the dishes by hand! Though a lot of dishwashers are eco-friendly and minimize water consumption, nothing can beat washing them manually. It can be really relaxing too (for some people...).
Using your own bags at the grocery store means there is less of a chance the plastic bags will end up in a landfill - or even worse, the ocean. This bag from PETA is only $2.50 👇.
This may sound like a broken record, but there are a ton of reusable water bottle companies out there to prevent the consumption of plastic bottles. Here are a few to consider:
- S'Well Bottle - $25 to $45Donate unwanted clothing, furniture, and additional items instead of contributing to a landfill!
Our consumption habits as consumers are unbelievably bad, but you can make a small difference by knowing where the things you buy are from and how they are made. At Eve, we strive to be the most sustainable as possible, from our material to everything being ethically handmade. You can learn more here. Save 15% with promo code
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Cork is at the top of the list among cruelty-free, sustainable, and eco-friendly materials. However, if you’re a wine drinker, you’ve more than likely heard the rumor that the world is supposedly running out of cork!
Fortunately, we won’t have to wine about a cork shortage. Contrary to popular belief, there’s more than enough cork available to cap all the wine in the world for another 100 years. However, this rumor will continue to spread as more and more companies within the wine industry switch from authentic cork stoppers to synthetic screw caps.
It’s simple: synthetic screw caps provide a cheaper, more consistent alternative to seal your favorite bottle of fermented goodness.
The decreasing demand from the wine industry is actually creating an abundant supply of cork. However, you may not know about its other uses, including for cork fabric, which is often referred to as “nature’s leather.”
This fabric has many applications including cork flooring, upholstery, and fashion accessories.
This is where Eve Cork comes in.
Our entire lineup is ethically handmade in Portugal and PETA-Approved Vegan. The premium cork fabric allows the products to be ultra-lightweight and durable while maintaining a leather-like texture (as well as waterproof, easy to clean, and antibacterial).
Our #EveCommunity is comprised of many walks of life - dreamers, doers, travelers, advocates, hustlers, creators, and philanthropists. The one common thread that strings us all together is we care. We all care. We care about where our products come from. We care about the people who make the products we use. We care about our environment and our ecological footprint. We care about quality and craftsmanship. But most importantly, we care about the planet we live on and the impact we're having on it.
This is why we want you to feel the impact you are having on the planet while carrying an Eve bag. Brag about it, boast about it, tell your friends! PETA Vegan Approved, cruelty-free, ethically handmade, lightweight and durable. The list goes on and on. So what's stopping you from joining our #EveCommunity and our movement?!
Check out some of our favs from the #EveCommunity below - give them a follow! 👇
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Daniel ☕
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Want to learn more about the material? Check out our blog on What Is Cork Anyway?
