Although this plant-based fiber’s biodegradable nature is a big plus when compared with synthetic fabrics, cotton has a few environmental and social problems. For example, cotton production is water-intensive, and it requires more than 2,700 liters...
Sourcing low impact materials, processing them with eco-friendly techniques and paying workers fairly are all indispensable in making sustainable clothing that is kind to both the planet and people. However, these choices come at a higher cost than...
weMORI, an app that aims to make protecting and restoring forests fun, easy and accessible for everyone with just one tap on your mobile phone, delivered its beta public launch last month. Users can make donations to forest actions needed around the...
Japan lags behind other countries in animal welfare initiatives. While there is a growing awareness, there are also plenty of controversial practices related to animals. These include whaling, the treatment of farm and zoo animals and other issues...
Climate change has become one of the greatest threats to global security. From climate activists to policymakers, people of diverse backgrounds now talk about how important the issue is to everyone on Earth. These powerful quotes offer a new...
Food waste is a global concern and a consequence of various human-generated factors. Throughout both developed and developing nations, food waste appears to be a common problem. Consequently, overproduction and the poor habit of willfully throwing...
Ethical fashion takes social good into account, prioritizing workers’ rights, preventing animal cruelty and caring about the environment. For example, UK-based People Tree has been committed to the principles of fair trade since 1991. The...
Fast fashion offers quick and easy access to trendy, inexpensive pieces but its benefits come at a cost. Cheap clothing is often made from synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon and acrylic, which are derived from fossil fuels. Not only that...
Patagonia is a great example of a sustainable business, and in many more ways than the company’s “Don’t Buy This Jacket” advertisement. For safer and fairer working conditions, the company pays premium factories that meet their Fair-Trade program...
WAON is Japan’s first joint residential care facility for the disabled and rescue animals. This service was started by anispi Holdings, an issue-driven company founded in 2016. The team focuses on human and animal welfare and work toward...