Tag: secondhand
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There’s a Great Future in Plastics…
At COP28, happening right now in Dubai, COP president Sultan al-Jaber said, There is “no science” that phasing out fossil fuels is necessary to keep global temperatures under 1.5C above preindustrial levels.” What?! On the one hand, we have a fossil fuel president telling us that there’s no science to justify phasing out fossil fuels.…
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Making Black Friday a Bit Greener
It probably won’t surprise anyone here to find out that I’m not a fan of Black Friday. This predates any of my concerns around the environmental impacts of overconsumption. When I was in my teens and twenties, my family would often go to the movies the Friday after Thanksgiving. The movie theater was attached to…
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Forget Single-Use. What About No-Use?
You’ve surely heard about single-use products (plastic bottles, take-out containers, etc…) and efforts to eliminate them. But what about no-use products? Yes, NO-use. Looking at the clothing industry alone, the statistics are shocking. Purchased But Never Worn Have you ever had an item sit in your closet unworn – maybe with the tag still on?…
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Dress for the World You Want – Second Hand September
Have you heard of Second Hand September? In 2019, Oxfam started a campaign with the hashtag #secondhandseptember to encourage people to avoid buying new clothes for the entire 30 days of September. The aim was to raise awareness about the environmental impact of the global fashion industry. The theme for 2023 is “Dress for the…
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The Green Runners – Year 2 Pledges
I joined The Green Runners last August and have been an active volunteer for almost as long. I’ve written more about The Green Runners in previous posts, including why it’s such an amazing group, and why any runner who cares about the planet should join. Today, though, I want to reflect on my pledges from…
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How to Make Your Closet Sustainable!
Maybe you’ve read articles about the impact of the clothing industry on the planet. Maybe you’ve even read some of my articles on the topic. Maybe all of that has led you to looking at all the fast fashion in your closet and wanting a more sustainable wardrobe. So how do you build a sustainable…
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How Long Should My Running Shoes Last?
I’m afraid of running injuries. In my teens and 20s, I spent too much time getting PT and not enough time putting in the miles. So when a shoe brand tells me to replace my shoes every few hundred miles (often 300-400 miles with Strava defaulting to a reminder at 250 miles), I’m inclined to…
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But I Only Buy Clothes from Patagonia so Surely I’m Not Part of the Problem, Right?
I have a confession to make. I really like Patagonia clothes. They fit well. They give me that “outdoor chic” vibe I’m going for. They work for exercise, leisure, and, sometimes even, casual business. They’re durable. And if an item is damaged, Patagonia will repair it. Add to that, Patagonia is a value driven company.…
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