We all(?) love avocado. But do we know about the environmental impacts of this incredible fruit on our planet? Let’s take a look. Avocados differ from other fruits (and vegetables) because they require a lot of water to grow. Ironically, they are often grown in regions that face water scarcity. i.e. California. In addition, global…
When I was in Colombia (in 2019), I spent some time in Tayrona National Park and the surrounding areas. I stayed at this super zen ecohut that’s located just minutes away from the park. There are 8 huts on this property and each is integrated into nature mixed with bamboo, palm trees, and the tropically…
I don’t shop much, but when I do I always try to go secondhand first. Why? Because the apparel and footwear industries account for 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emission (more than air travel and shipping combined! yikes!). In fact, it is the second largest polluter in the world, just after the oil industry. 108…
Now, I know air travel isn’t sustainable (the aviation industry is responsible for ~2% of total global emissions and 12% of the CO2 emitted from transport) but it’s all about balance so we shouldn’t avoid air travel if we have an insatiable case of wanderlust (or friends and family abroad!). Plus travel broadens our perspectives,…
Many fashion brands are now using plastic water bottles or other upcycled plastic sources for their clothing. If you’re thinking, ‘Great! There’s a more responsible option.’ I’m sorry to burst your bubble. Clothing made from any kind of plastic do more harm for the environment than good. How does it do more harm than good?…
In this day and age, we have the ability to stay connected to everyone and everything. We have access to so much information. Yet we are more disconnected from the world, more uninformed than ever. We live in dissonance. From ‘natural disasters’ to human caused climate drivers, the root cause for extreme climate events is…
Plastic bags are derived from petroleum. Petroleum is a finite resource, and as it becomes increasingly limited, obtaining it becomes increasingly damaging to the environment. It is estimated that about 12 million barrels of oil are used in making the plastic bags used in the US annually. Majority of plastic bags end up as deadly…
For more than 100 million years sea turtles have covered vast distances across the world’s oceans, filling a vital role in the balance of marine habitats. Seven different species of sea turtles grace our ocean waters, from the shallow seagrass beds of the Indian Ocean, to the colorful reefs of the Coral Triangle, and even the…
I’m so in my element! I found this tranquil resort in Ubud and, of course, I had to stay there. The cottages and bungalows are built using 100% recycled wood from Java. The space is comfortable and serene, and oh so lush! There are yoga, meditation, and sound healing classes along with spa treatments on…
Not only are pigs super cute, they are considered the fifth most intelligent animal in the world (even more than dogs!). They also have excellent object-location memory. They like to play and can be manipulative with other pigs. And just like all sentient beings they feel pain and suffer. Despite all this, most pigs are…