Since the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century, consumption patterns have followed an unsustainable streak. In the last few centuries, short-term profits in capital gains have been prioritized over long-term environmental damage. As…
By the first quarter of the 21st century, the struggle to implement sustainable measures has become more difficult than ever before. In 2020, humans had already overused 75% of the planet’s resources. This…
Source Did you know ancient ropes, ship sails, clothes and early medicine were often made from one plant? It’s hemp! For centuries, hemp has been incredibly versatile. But its perception has changed a…
Hemp is one of the most versatile and sustainable plants on the planet. It offers benefits across industries like textiles, construction, food, and environmental conservation. Despite its historical significance, modern science continues to…
Hemp is one of the oldest textile fibers in the world, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. A lot of us associate hemp with rough, burlap-like materials, but the truth is…
More than 1 billion bags are used every minute. Annually, that totals around 500 billion bags. The worst part is that less than 1% of these are recycled or composted. Paper bags, though…
In January 2025, the World Meteorological Organization confirmed what many of us had felt last year. Namely, 2024 was the hottest year on record globally. Not only that, but the past nine years…
We use 12.5 million tons of paper and cardboard. Every year. Producing a single ton of paper requires 115,000 liters of water. Do that math and you’ll be looking at a number larger…
Take a moment to look around. Chances are, some type of plastic packaging is within arm’s reach. It could be the bubble wrap protecting a gadget you ordered online or a polythene bag…
On February 4, 2025, the USA celebrated the seventh National Hemp Day. The wellness brand cbdMD established this event in 2019 to celebrate the plant’s benefits and potential. The vision behind National Hemp…