Issue Nº 503

Thursday

In today’s issue, we’ll take a look at:

• Reusable period products

• The food banks cutting carbon

• Get unbiased news for free

• The telltale signs of greenwashing

• Empower your ageless journey

Did You Know?

How much energy is saved by recycling just one aluminum can?

How to Ditch Disposable Period Products

Your period might only come once a month, but the products you use will linger for a lot longer. A staggering 12 billion pads and 7 billion tampons are thrown away in the US every year and can take hundreds of years to break down. Many of these products contain plastic either as part of the product, or the packaging.

But swapping from single-use to lifelong period products has never been easier. As well as being planet-friendly, they’ll save you money over time. Here are some options for cutting out the waste from your menstrual cycle.

1. Plastic-Free Period Underwear

Period underwear comes in a range of styles, from thongs to shorts, as well as different absorbencies for every period. Don’t worry, they won’t feel like a diaper - they’re designed to be non-bulky and breathable.

2. Reusable Pads

These work just like your everyday disposable pad, except you don’t toss them in the trash once you’re done - wash them by hand or in the machine.

3. Menstrual Cups

Insertable period cups, made from silicon, can be worn for up to eight hours before being emptied.

4. Period Discs

An alternative to the cup, discs provide even longer protection (up to 12 hours), and according to some users can even help with menstrual cramps.

With so many options out there, you’re bound to find a period product that makes your time of the month easier, cheaper, and more sustainable.

The Food Banks Fighting Hunger and Slashing Emissions

Around the world, member organizations of the Global Foodbanking Network gave out 1.7 billion meals in 2023, and a lot of that food was saved from the trash. By coordinating with farmers to redistribute food that would otherwise go to waste, even just because it was ugly or misshapen, these food banks avoided emissions amounting to 1.8 million tons of carbon dioxide.

These emissions happen because when food rots it emits methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. One statistic that might stop you in your tracks is that one-third of all the food that’s ever produced is never actually eaten. Putting this food in people’s hands is a simple and hugely effective way of tackling climate change while helping out those in need.

How to Be a Sustainability Sherlock

As eco-conscious consumers, we probably like to think we know what we’re doing when it comes to buying from companies that share our values. But the sad truth is, that some companies will be deceptive about their environmental credentials in pursuit of our dollars. An ‘eco-friendly’ product isn’t always what it says on the tin - so sometimes we need to put our detective hats on and figure out what’s really going on.

This practice of being untruthful about the reality of a product or company is what’s known as greenwashing. So, what are the tell-tale signs of greenwashing?

1. Vague and Meaningless Terms

Eco-friendly, natural, green, non-toxic, pure, raw - the list goes on. These adjectives - often surrounded by images of plants, trees, and flowers - are meant to trick us into thinking the purchase we’re making is truly sustainable. But if these claims aren’t accompanied by actual evidence to back them up, it’s a sign you should keep your distance.

2. Completely Made-Up Certifications

Some certifications - like those from Fair Trade, the Rainforest Alliance, or the Forest Stewardship Council - can be taken at face value. These are legitimate organizations that’ve done their due diligence to check a company is as sustainable as it claims. But in a post-Photoshop world, it’s easy enough for companies to forge their own legit-looking stamp of approval. So, Sherlock, take out your magnifying glass and double-check everything’s in order.

3. The Lesser of Two Evils

Some products that are labeled sustainable are still inherently harmful. Maybe organically grown tobacco or biodegradable pesticides are slightly better for the planet than their counterparts - but they still come with a host of health and environmental issues. Don’t let its sustainable credentials lull you into thinking a product is good for you.

Now you know how to spot greenwashing, you can direct your money toward companies that really do care for the planet.

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Reflections:

• 🌎 Did You Know Answer: Recycling one aluminum can save enough energy to power a TV for three hours.

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