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The late Sonja Bata, daughter-in-law of Bata Shoe Company founder Tomáš Baťa, envisioned Batawa as a model community for social and environmental sustainability. Central to this vision for the town was the conversion of Batawa’s shoe factory into a contemporary...
Alexandra Morton left California in the early 1980s to study orcas in British Columbia. She soon learned about the devastating effects that fish farms were having on wild salmon and, consequently, her beloved killer whales.
Through countless Freedom of Information requests...
With most tragedies, it’s easy to turn a blind eye until it affects us directly. For most people, organizations and government bodies, the climate crisis is one of those situations. We tend to ignore it and carry on with our...
The increase in conscious consumers has also resulted in an increase in greenwashing, a marketing method companies use to take advantage of those who want to make greener choices.
For example, companies may use images of trees, plants, or just brown...
Gucci has published its first-ever Equilibrium Impact Report which outlines its goals for lasting positive social and environmental impact—and the fashion house is sharing some encouraging results.
The report reveals that Gucci has surpassed its 2025 reduction target four years ahead...
Scrolling through news about the environment can be discouraging—and there is much work to be done in resolving the climate crisis. But instead of just focusing on the negative, it's important to also acknowledge the progress that is being made...
Pacific Sands Beach Resort's current guest services supervisor, Megan White has just been selected for the role of environmental ambassador due to her passion as a lifelong environmental advocate.
White's dedication to conservation started at a young age, when she used...
You may be surprised to learn that not all wines are vegan. In fact, many contain “fining agents,” such as egg whites and gelatin (animal protein).
Pamela Sanderson, the tasting manager at Blue Grouse Estate Winery on Vancouver Island, describes how...
Having a sustainable wedding is a lot easier than you think—whether you are planning a grand celebration or an intimate ceremony. From reusable decor to recycled stationery and minimizing food waste, we have gathered some of our favourite ideas to...
There are many benefits to switching to low-waste hair products. Not only are they packed with nutrients thanks to naturally sourced ingredients, but they also eliminate the need for single-use plastic bottles and containers. Plus, they are a lot easier...
More than 11 million tons of plastic litter enter the ocean every year—the equivalent of one dump truck of plastic every minute. That’s why Ocean Wise, a globally renowned conservation organization, is excited to launch the Great American Shoreline Cleanup.
Not to put a damper on the excitement, but BBQ season can also wreak havoc on the environment. The US Department of Energy estimated that the Fourth of July season released nearly 225,000 metric tons of toxins into the air—from...