The beauty and personal care product industry is one among many that has negatively effect the environment, marine wildlife, and contaminates the human food supply chain. As most of the products produced from this industry are made from plastics, many of which cannot be recycled due to different local and global regulations. So what can we do as individuals? Sometimes all it takes is simple swaps in your lifestyle. This week, we're sharing five tips that you can follow to build a waste-free personal care routine! Browse through this list and find out how you can make the switch from disposable to reusable and sustainable products instead. 1. Cotton Swabs TLDR: Buy bamboo cotton swabs, they’re comparable in price and...
At Seastainable Co, we’re working to support marine conservation in Southeast Asia. The everyday actions of people like you and I can accumulate to make substantial impact to protect our oceans. Here are five ways you can save our ocean! 1. Make informed choices about seafood Refrain from consuming overfished species, or reserve them for special occasions if you must have them. The Caspian Sea is home to the beluga sturgeon (Huso huso), the fish harvested for its roe otherwise known as caviar. Caspian Sea sturgeon accounts for a staggering 90% of the world's caviar. The large fish takes about 20 years to reach maturity before females release their eggs. With their coveted eggs harvested so aggressively, the fish struggles...
In this day and age, almost all industries and sectors are becoming more aware of the environmental consequences we are facing due to the climate emergency we are in. Because of this, a call for climate action is being carried out through various agendas and roadmaps that all lead to sustainability. The tourism sector in particular is an economic powerhouse and is the third highest world category in export earnings in 2015, representing 10% of world GDP, 30% of services exports and 1 out of every 10 jobs in the world. Additionally, sustainable tourism is now on the radar for many organizations, establishments, and individuals alike who all strive to make better and sustainable choices for our future. But how...
We believe that anyone is capable of playing a part in conserving our natural resources and oceans, as well as living sustainable for a better planet. For our #FeatureFriday segments, we're highlighting inspiring individuals and conservation champions from all walks of life who are involved in environmental and marine conservation and living a greener lifestyle. This week, we're featuring one of our Seastainable Grant Project leaders, Bryan Madera. Bryan is an advocate for sustainable oceans. His advocacy stems from his love for the Philippine beaches. “This feeling towards the beach and the ocean is the driving force why I wanted to be part of the action in conservation of our ocean.” he shares. "I work in a community with different coastal...
