Good Together: Ethical, Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Living

Brightly’s second annual Sustainability Trends Report just went live, and one of the most intriguing trends covers the deathcare industry’s sustainable evolution. One eco-friendly alternative worth diving into is aquamation, a water-based alternative to flame cremation. This week, Mallory Greene, the co-founder and CEO at Eirene, discusses exactly how the process works and why it’s a more sustainable option. For more information, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/eco-friendly-burial-options. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We all know that a huge cornerstone of sustainability is reevaluating our relationship with consumerism—which means taking stock of what we have, what we need, and what we don’t. Dara Zycherman, a minimalist lifestyle coach and the owner of Less Equals More, has made a career of helping others pare down their belongings, supporting clients in reducing their “stuff” to help improve their lives. Here's how you can do the same sustainably and responsibly. For more information, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/minimalist-lifestyle. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you know not all wildfires are bad? This week, Deborah Landau, the Director of Ecological Management at The Nature Conservancy, discusses the benefits of prescribed burns—aka planned wildfires that encourage ecosystem restoration and natural biodiversity. To learn more, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/controlled-burns-benefits. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spring is here, aka the season of deep-cleaning and decluttering. But there's no need to sweep the planet under the rug in the process. Though this time of year finds many Americans sorting through their belongings, the practice can result in undue waste when undertaken mindlessly. That's exactly why we’re getting tips and tricks from journalist and recycling expert Adam Minter, who's nothing short of a sustainable spring cleaning pro. For a full guide, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/sustainable-spring-cleaning-guide. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When we talk about reducing our carbon footprint, we often look toward obvious factors like landfill waste, transportation, emissions, and household use. But speaking of household use, there's actually another factor that has a greater impact than you might think: streaming your favorite shows, music, and more. This week we're resharing an important past episode that will make you see your binge-watching habits in a new light. For show notes, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/environmental-impact-streaming. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Living a more sustainable lifestyle is all about paying attention to your consumer habits—investing in products with a longer life and lower footprint, repurposing as much as possible, and generally buying less. But this week you'll learn how organizing these items can be a crucial step in making the most of what you have (saving time and money in the process). For more tips and tricks, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/sustainability-and-organization. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Whether you're interested in learning how to collect rainwater, the benefits of native plants, or why to ditch grass for good, Nick Cutsumpas has you covered. This week, the plant coach and urban gardener discusses all of the above... and then some. To learn more, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/plant-blindness. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Microplastics can be found everywhere, from our oceans to our food and even our drinking water. This week, Dr. Imogen Napper, a marine scientist and postdoctoral researcher at the University of Plymouth, shares everything you should know about microplastic pollution—including how to start making a difference right at home. For show notes, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/microplastics. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In our new series that covers current eco-events, Laura will be discussing important headlines you should know about. This week, learn about a recycling scam in Australia that’s resulted in a ton (actually, thousands of tons) of wasted plastic. For show notes, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/australia-redcycle-plastic-recycling-scam. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you know the average American family does 300 loads of laundry per year? As you can imagine, that water and energy usage adds up. In this week’s episode, Zachary Pozniak, a mechanical engineer turned luxury dry cleaner and laundry content creator, shares simple swaps that will make your laundry routine more sustainable. For show notes, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/eco-friendly-laundry-swaps. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy