Sustainable development blog : ecology and humanitarian aid

Translated by Marcella Oliviero from http://www.stylosophy.it/articolo/re-cyclo-moda-ecologia-e-riciclo-a-firenze/28355

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Re-Cyclo is a very interesting fashion project . In Florence,  the San Frediano district, was the birthplace of a very interesting store, combining fashion and ecology: for a long  time we have known that recycling is one of the keywords of the fashion industry, which, more and more is concerned about taking care  of our beloved planet earth. The ecological spirit is making its way, not only in second-hand shops that recycle old clothes or disused fabrics, but also among the big names. Re-Cyclo is Read more »

Unfortunately in today's society we have developed a “buy and toss” attitude as far as material things are concerned. Evidence of this is in every trash container where there are plastic cups, discarded papers and many other everyday items from our homes. All of these things go to landfills which are rapidly taking up a large amount of our planet. According to Landfill-site.com, the average person living in a developed country will produce between half a ton and one and a quarter tons of waste a year.

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Being eco-friendly means putting less in the trash. It's a matter of 'make do' instead of Read more »

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Camping trips are all about spending time outdoors, enjoying the beauty of nature and interacting with the environment we are a part of. So it’s important that what we take away from our camping trip is beautiful memories and what we leave behind is nothing more than an imprint in the grass where we pitched the tent. There are things around the house that Read more »

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Most people do not realize the impact that grocery shopping has on the environment. When you walk into the store your choices affect everyone. Here are four tips to Read more »

Picnics should be about memories...not trash.

Eco-friendly picnics can lessen the load on today's landfills. There is no need to leave your trash behind. Here are four tips to make your next picnic easier on the environment.

1. Cloth napkins are nicer than paper and they do not tear. To buy a set of cloth napkins is not very expensive, or you can use other things that you may already have around the house as napkins. Any kind of soft cloth will work. You might also consider bringing your napkins in a cloth bag. It will make it easier to take them home when you are done. Read more »

Have you ever thought about the number of natural disasters that are occurring? At one time things like hurricanes, floods, tornadoes and tsunamis were occasional events, but now they are happening with increasing regularity.

What are the reasons? Have you ever wondered ? If not, then it’s time to ask yourself why, and if we are playing a role, because for the foreseeable future, this remains the only planet which you and future generations have to live on. Trying to reverse the effects of climate change to keep our Earth habitable is a serious issue, and one that needs to be addressed urgently. Many governments, organizations, groups and individuals around the world recognize this, and also realize that it will take unified, global co-operation on a scale previously unseen to do it.

That said, there are still things that you can do on a day to day basis to help make a difference, however small. Just these few simple steps will help you do your part in this great global cause. Read more »

Going “green” doesn’t mean daubing yourself with green paint. It simply denotes that you have decided to embrace eco-friendly products and practices in your daily life.

To some people green is just a color; for others it symbolizes a clean environment and natural things. Adopting a truly “green” lifestyle involves owning and doing things that are ecologically friendly. By being conscious of the environmental consequences of the things you buy and the way you live, you can help create a “greener”, healthier world for all people around the globe.

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There are “green” products available for almost every aspect of your daily life.  Products which

How can you save the Earth ? Saving the environment is actually quite simple, when you come to think about it. It does not have to be a complex process... If you (and everyone) follow these simple tips, it will still be quite a breakthrough in helping out the Earth and the environment :

• Check your hot water heater -- Did you know your hot water heater accounts for about 20% of all the energy used in your home? There are a few simple things you can do to save energy and save money. Turn your water heater down to 130 degrees, which is hot enough to kill deadly bacteria, and
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