An upcycling technique: Glass
Glass is in our lives, whether it’s a water bottle we’ve handled countless times, a wine bottle that accompanies the table, or the raw material for jars our mothers have kept for years. In fact, it’s one of the quietest yet most indispensable companions of our daily lives. Yet, we often view it as merely […]
Microplastic 101
Microplastic is plastic particle smaller than 5 millimeters in diameter. Although they are too small to be seen with the naked eye, the damage they cause to the environment and living creatures is enormous. First identified in 2004 by British scientist Richard Thompson, microplastics are now found everywhere, from the oceans to the soil and […]
Plastic Coating Inside Aluminum
Plastic coating inside aluminum cans is used to extend the shelf life of sodas, iced teas and energy drinks that we frequently consume in our daily lives. Aluminum, which stands out with its lightness, durability and easy-to-shape structure, has become one of the indispensable materials of the packaging industry over the years. However, the journey […]
Waste Free Planet
Waste free Planet, before delving into the depths of this concept, we need to thoroughly understand the meaning of the word waste. Waste is substances that have lost their function and generally have the potential to harm the environment, resulting from production or consumption processes. Many different types of waste, from food to textiles, chemicals […]
Shrinkflation: Shrinking Products, Increasing Profits, and Consumer Responses
Shrinkflation article, we will examine the concept of shrinkflation in detail, we will also discuss examples from around the world starting from my own experience. Have you noticed any differences in your shopping in recent years? For example, have the sizes of your old favorite products shrunk while their prices remained almost the same? Many […]
Landfill
Landfill is the concept of emerged with the growth of human settlements and became widespread especially after the industrial revolution. While garbage was carried out of the city in ancient Rome, in medieval Europe, the lack of waste management began to cause major health problems. With the Industrial Revolution, the amount of waste increased in […]
Banana Fiber 101
Banana Fiber 101, explore banana fiber obtained from the banana plant, which is one of the striking examples of sustainability and environmentally friendly production. This natural material has begun to become indispensable for upcycling projects with its durability and biodegradable properties. Banana fiber is a natural and highly durable material obtained from the trunk of […]
Responsible Consumption Guide
Responsible consumption is a new world definition that indicates being responsible in every purchase made from textiles to food. We mention it as a new world definition because when we go back in history, consumption became an important part of daily life with the increase in the level of welfare after the Second World War. […]
Polyester 101
Polyester is a raw material that is frequently encountered in the textile world and stands out with its durability and lightness. Polyester, a synthetic material, also stands out with its effects on the environment and human health. In this article, we will talk about the recycling and upcycling journey step by step, starting from what […]
What is Corporate Sustainability?
What is corporate sustainability? Means that a company prioritizes long-term growth and success among its goals by taking into account environmental, social and governance (ESG) values. ESG reveals a holistic approach that includes companies’ responsibilities not only to profit but also to the environment, employees and society. ESG criteria bring corporate sustainability together under three […]