November 8, 2018
A lot of people don’t know what exactly a bio-plastic is, and in the ever changing world of sustainability it can be hard to find an answer. A bio-plastic is a material with similar strength, flexibility and versatility as conventional …
November 16, 2017
What are OXO-DEGRADABLE PLASTICS? “Oxo-degradable plastics are commonly fossil-based, non-biodegradable polyolefins or polyesters (e.g. PE or PET) supplemented with salts and transition metals. These additives are supposed to enable the biodegradation of apparently non-biodegradable plastics.” Constance Iβbrücker, Head of Environmental …
January 5, 2017
Vancouverites! A Must See Canadian Movie Premiere is 2 weeks away! “The Most Important Film Of Our Time” – Sir David Attenborough This high-end documentary “A Plastic Ocean” feature film gives a global perspective on the issue of plastic waste in our oceans. The …
March 28, 2012
As green consumers, you look for claims and certifications that will help you make informed decisions about your purchases. But in order to make the right choice, you need to understand the implications of these labels. David Suzuki’s Queen of Green, …
July 5, 2011
Another brand joins the compostable train! Puma is proud to present the brand’s new “Clever Little Shopper” – a compostable retail bag that’s made from cornstarch. See their trailer below. Of course, you should always bring your own reusable bag. …
May 31, 2011
June is looking like a busy month! First, kick off Canada Environment Week on June 5th, 2011 (which is also World Environment Day). To keep the good times rolling, you can join the celebration at Love Vancouver, Love Your Planet in Olympic Village! We may …