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Zero-Waste Event Organizing Checklist
Reusable/compostable crockery and decorations AI generated image Organizing an event offers an incredible opportunity to inspire...
May 22


Understanding E-Waste: A Growing Global Challenge
Pile of electronics AI generated image In our rapidly advancing technological world, electronic devices like smartphones, computers, and...
May 21


The Hidden Cost of Hiking in Ethiopia: When Our Footsteps Leave Waste Behind
Hiking Around Dire Dam There’s something magical about hiking in Ethiopia. Whether it’s standing on the dramatic cliffs of the Simien...
May 12


Plan With Purpose: How Zero-Waste Travel Starts Before You Pack
Travel starts long before the plane ride — it begins the moment you open your browser to book.  And guess what? Waste reduction starts...
May 9


The Environmental Impact of Menstrual Hygiene Products and the Shift Towards Sustainable Alternatives
AI generated image Menstrual hygiene management is critical to women’s health and gender equity, yet traditional disposable products like...
May 8


The Environmental Impact of Daily Dental Hygiene and Pathways to Sustainability
AI generated image Maintaining good oral hygiene is a foundation of health. Brushing twice daily, flossing, and regular dental check-ups...
May 7


The Environmental Impact of Hair Product Waste and Grooming Practices
AI generated image Personal grooming is an essential part of daily life, yet many common practices contribute to environmental harm....
May 5


The Hidden Cost of Generosity: How Secondhand Clothing Donations Can Harm African Markets
Fast fashion source: Istockphoto Fast Fashion: A Global Crisis in Style Fast fashion is the rapid production of cheap, trendy clothing in...
May 3


From Beauty to Bacteria: How Beauty Industry Plastics Drive Antibiotic Resistance in Aquatic Ecosystems
AI generated image Plastics entering aquatic ecosystems are disproportionately linked to the beauty industry through improper disposal of...
May 2


Rethinking Beauty: How Zero-Waste Practices Can Solve Cosmetic Risks and Protect the Planet
AI generated image Recent studies from Ethiopian universities reveal trends in which 81% of female students were found to use cosmetics...
May 1


Plant Your Own: A Rooted Path to Zero Waste Living
Herb spiral, planted in the permaculture method In a world overwhelmed by packaging waste, industrial agriculture, and consumerism, many...
Apr 30


Food Waste on Farms and Its Environmental Impacts​
Introduction: Globally, approximately 1.2 billion tonnes of food are wasted on farms annually, accounting for about 15.3% of all food...
Apr 29


Zero Waste Packaging: Local Solutions to a Global Problem
Compostable packaging. Image credit Sineo packaging Packaging waste is a growing concern not just across Africa but globally. Each year,...
Apr 26


Waste Disposal at Home: Starting a Compost
up-cycled barrel used for separating household waste Waste disposal is a growing challenge globally, especially in urban areas where...
Apr 25


Zero Waste Cooking in Africa: Traditional Wisdom for a Regenerative Future
Plant based Ethiopian food shared among friends Africa has a rich culinary heritage that naturally aligns with zero waste cooking. Our...
Apr 24
Zero Waste Food Shopping: A Sustainable Choice for a Better Future
Ethiopia is a country rich in culture and community-driven markets. However, like many places, it faces growing waste challenges. Plastic...
Apr 23
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