One of the best parts of going to concerts, in my opinion, is leaving the venue with newly purchased concert merch over the outfit I carefully picked out for the concert. It is one of life’s simplest pleasures. However thrilling it is, the cost of the merch is always a […]
Tag: Sustainability
Billie Eilish receives retaliation for speaking out against unsustainablity
Pop artist Billie Eilish is known for taking sustainability seriously, in both her personal and professional life. Recently, she spoke about this in an interview with Billboard published in March, and now she is facing controversy among readers who accused her of targeting other musicians who are not as eco-conscious […]
The Stanley cup craze has accumulated too many collectors
In the past year, it has been almost impossible to walk around a college campus, browse through the aisles at a store or scroll on social media without seeing a Stanley cup.
New Starbucks initiative reasonably proposes ways to produce less waste
Whether or not you are a Starbucks fan, you could easily recognize their iconic siren logo seen on every drink, whether it be plastic cups for iced drinks or cardboard sleeves. However, the company is planning an attempt to remove these famous cups by 2030 in order to follow the […]
Former beauty editor claims cosmetics contribute to climate crisis
Jessica DeFino used to be just like us. She adored the beauty industry, so much so that one of her earliest writing jobs was as an assistant editor for the Kardashian-Jenner apps. There, she was exposed to the disgusting underbelly of the beauty industry. “I saw exactly how unattainable beauty […]
Wasps are all the buzz in Student Center
Wasps have created a hive in the upper level of the Student Center, resulting in an infestation of yellowjackets – both alive and dead – found throughout the second floor. The wasps were first reported on Aug. 24, the same day that many students participating in early move-in arrived. Exterminators […]
Village contaminated recycling issues prompts alternate solution
Photo courtesy of Mali Maeder, Pexels. Residents of the Village received an urgent email from Village Area Director John Atti on Feb. 1, explaining that their recycling program was in jeopardy. Every single recycling dumpster has been contaminated with non-recyclables, meaning that each bin will go to landfill. “The biggest offender […]
How to gift give in plenty of environmentally friendly ways
Photo courtesy of freestocks, Unsplash. Each year the holiday season brings immeasurable cheer, but it’s also accompanied by unsustainable waste. “Americans throw away 25% more trash during the Thanksgiving to New Year's holiday period than any other time of year. The extra waste amounts to 25 million tons of garbage,” Stanford […]
Mahwah farms the focus of efforts to support local agriculture
Photo courtesy of Celine Panis-Pardo. Fall festivities are coming to a close, but the harvest continues on Mahwah’s local farms. The Mahwah Environmental Volunteers Organization (MEVO), associated with Lovewell Farm and Fresh Roots Farm, proves how supporting local businesses and making sustainable food choices can go hand in hand. MEVO is […]
Small steps to celebrate Earth Day regularly
Photo courtesy of Sandie Clarke, Unsplash It’s always important to be environmentally conscious, but as Earth Day approaches us this Thursday, why not do our part in making more sustainable or nature friendly decisions? Here are five fun and easy things you can do this spring to raise self […]