In this episode, De and Rachel address the daily overwhelm of trying to be eco-conscious, and present some simple things that we can all do to cut down on waste and quit enabling consumerism.
We also talk about…
- Eco-friendly item swaps: laundry detergent, toothpaste, dish soap, household cleaning products, and more
- Living a simpler lifestyle: minimalism, re-purposing, decluttering, and more
- What greenwashing is and how to decide who to trust and buy products from
- De’s lifestyle and environment growing up in Illinois and how it impacted her mindset and career
- How to produce sustainable items and create a sustainable business: packaging, products, papers, shipping, and more
- Ways to cut down on your own personal waste: not buying certain items or plastics
Listen below on your platform of choice:
Episode Resources & Links:
- Rootlebox — De’s eco-conscious brand & packaging design studio
- Wild Routed — De and her husband’s nature-focused clothing brand that gives 10% of its profits back to the National Parks and Forests
- Printing Resources — List of sustainable materials and printing formats that you can use for your own brand or biz
- 1% For The Planet — Learn more about companies who are supporting environmental solutions
- Find a B Corp — Find registered B Corps near you, or learn how to become one
- EcoVadis — Sustainability assessments and ratings for corporations
- Follow De on Instagram
- Follow Rachel on Instagram
