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Why Jobs?
Why do we have jobs? There are always at least two reasons, usually more. Before we can answer this, we have to ask: “From whose point of view do we want an answer?” I'm going to try to consider all of them. . . Read more...
Is Individual Action Enough?
We live in a world with so many people and so much waste that individual actions seem overwhelmingly inadequate. Alone, they are. But when individual efforts are aimed towards driving systemic changes, they will be successful if enough individuals are involved. . . Read more...
Minimalism or Hoarding: Which is More Sustainable?
Both minimalism and hoarding can be good or bad for the environment (and the wallet), depending on how they are practiced. . . Read more...
How Microplastics Affect the Environment
We are so absorbed with climate change these days that we haven’t appropriately sounded the alarm about the next biggest threat to the environment: plastics. . . Read more...
10 Common Reasons for Waste
Waste is frighteningly common in today's society. Here are just some of the reasons for it. . . Read more...
Planet Unwasted's Mission, Vision, Values, Beliefs, and Goals
Planet Unwasted is dedicated to raising awareness of waste issues while reducing waste through paper crafting. . . Read more...