Every day in the United States alone, we use enough plastic straws to circle the Earth’s circumference 2.5 times. Fortunately, we’re finally realizing the environmental impact of single-use plastic straws and are taking swift action for positive change. From eco-friendly individuals to corporations like Starbucks, and Bon Appetit, people are actively taking steps to reduce and eliminate plastic waste by...

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Green Tips for an Eco-Friendly July 4th Here in the USA, people are busy making plans for their 4th of July events. This is undoubtedly the biggest and most extravagant summer holiday, and we Americans like to celebrate it in a big way. In fact, we’re so into it that we’ll spend more than $7 billion on cookouts and fireworks on the...

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Bay Area Recycling Outreach Coalition (BayROC) Reuse To Go Campaign and the bambu Spork We have long admired the great work of our friends at Bay Area Recycling. Founded in 1996, the Bay Area Recycling Outreach Coalition (BayROC) is a collaboration between staff representing over 40 San Francisco Bay Area cities, counties and other public agencies working together on waste reduction....

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High school and college graduation season is here, Father’s Day is just around the corner, and the warmth of June has hikers, campers and outdoor lovers planning their summer adventures. So, we’ve put together some great eco-friendly gift ideas for dads and grads who thrive on spending time in the great outdoors.   Whether you’re relaxing at the campsite or...

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