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It is possible to have a plastic-free hygiene and beauty routine! One of the biggest offenders of today's plastic polution is the 142 million units of plastic and packaging from…

It is an easy way to reduce waste. Minimalism seems like a scary word tossed around by people who can fit all of their monthly rubbish into a jam jar.…

There are always new ways to help reduce waste.We have found a great way to keep your phone, clothes, razors, and toolboxes to last longer, and it will surprise you!The…

Make your own sustainable bath bombs Bath bombs are a lot of fun, but some can be damaging to our environment. Not only do some bath bombs come in plastic…

Clothing PledgeTextile production is a major contributor to climate change. It produces an estimated 1.2 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) per year - more than international flights and maritime…

Now you've got your planter, the next step is deciding what to grow! When I built my first planter, I thought it was a great idea to plant a packet…

Tips for Going Vegan by Emma Kapusniak, OPFV Volunteer If you’ve reached this page it’s probably because you’ve heard going vegan is good for you or good for the environment…

Foraging by Sarah Cameron, OPFV Volunteer The sun beats on my back and the smell of coconut fills the air. I’m picking gorse in a field near my house, plucking…