Nature is highly valued by everyone. People know that it has an intrinsic value, but also that it is the basis for human life on earth. Humanity has moved from an ego-logical to an eco-logical view: Source: https://i2.wp.com/www.permatree.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Ego-logical_VS_Eco-logical.png?fit=636%2C491&ssl=1 Therefore, nature now is protected. There are countless natural reserves and wilderness areas where humans do not …
Category: paper
Christmas – trees and more
Degree of effort: medium – Level of impact: high Sustainability on a budget: approved Tasks: Get a sustainable Christmas tree alternativeDon't stress over presents, it's time for family and friends, not shopping crazinessMake presents (and cards) yourself Background: Lately, there was Black Friday taking place, which is stemming from the US and makes people crazy …
Advent is coming
Degree of effort: low/medium – Level of impact: medium/high Sustainability on a budget: approved Tasks: Do not buy a conventional advent calenderBuy a more sustainable alternativeOr better: make one yourself sustainable and waste-reduced or Zero Waste Background: Advent and Christmas are coming soon - in my neighbourhood the Christmas market is currently being set up. …
Countering deforestation
Degree of effort: low – Level of impact: medium Tasks: Think about changing your search engine, e.g. to ecosia ONLY use recycling paper (for writing, toilets, tissues, ...) Avoid (non-RSPO-certified) palm oil Challenge: Convince your employer or organization to use recycling paper Background: https://youtu.be/O8YQ9iwrGhE This video shows impressively how every four seconds an area the …