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Welcome to my Blog
Welcome to my Blog page. Over the years I have written many articles and had guests write articles too. So grab a cuppa and check out everything I have learned along my journey so far!
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Practical Tips to Reduce Waste in Daily Life
By implementing practical tips in our everyday lives, we can significantly lessen our environmental footprint while fostering a sustainable
Kate Fenwick
Feb 274 min read
A Deep Dive Into Reusable Cloth Pads: Eco-Friendly, Comfortable, and Cost-Effective
Cloth pads are rapidly gaining popularity as a sustainable alternative to disposable menstrual products. Made from natural, breathable...
acacia38
Feb 252 min read
Engaging Ways to Test Your Knowledge on Sustainability
In today’s world, sustainability education is more essential than ever. As climate change and environmental degradation become...
Kate Fenwick
Feb 245 min read
Saving Money by Choosing Reusable Menstrual Products
In recent years, people have started to reconsider their menstrual products. Many are moving away from traditional disposable options...
acacia38
Feb 174 min read
Composting at Home: The Ultimate Guide
Composting is like the unsung hero of waste reduction—it quietly takes your food scraps and yard waste and turns them into black gold for yo
Kate Fenwick
Feb 161 min read
Unlocking the Benefits of Learning from Anywhere
In our fast-paced, digital world, the way we learn has transformed dramatically. No longer confined to traditional classrooms, education...
Kate Fenwick
Feb 124 min read
Ten Products That Help You Reduce Waste
Making these swaps isn’t just good for the planet—it’s also a great way to save money in the long run and simplify your life.
Kate Fenwick
Feb 91 min read
Setting Waste Minimisation Goals: A Journey Towards Sustainability
Remember, the planet doesn’t need a handful of people doing waste minimisation perfectly. It needs millions of us doing it imperfectly—so ta
Kate Fenwick
Feb 23 min read
Composting Made Simple: Turning Food Scraps into Gold
Did you know that about 50% of the average household’s waste is compostable? That’s right—you’re throwing away literal gardening gold!
Kate Fenwick
Feb 11 min read
The Environmental Impact of Disposable vs Reusable Menstrual Products
Menstruation is a natural part of life for millions of people, but the way we handle it can have a big environmental impact. Products...
Kate Fenwick
Jan 313 min read
What’s in Your Bin? How to Do a Waste Audit at Home
Discover how to conduct a waste audit at home to identify and reduce your household’s waste. It’s easier (and more fun) than you think!
Kate Fenwick
Jan 262 min read
Your NZ Guide to Waste Education and Forums
Get exploring, start following, and bookmark these pages. Waste education isn’t just about reducing your trash—it’s about gaining the tools
Kate Fenwick
Jan 222 min read
Waste Minimisation 101: Where to Start on Your Journey to Less Waste
Waste minimisation doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It’s about making small, intentional changes to your daily habits that add up to big env
Kate Fenwick
Jan 221 min read
Back-to-School Without the Waste
As the new school year approaches, the rush to stock up on supplies begins. But getting ready doesn’t have to mean filling bins
Kate Fenwick
Jan 212 min read
Empowering Students Through Sustainable Practices: A Hands-On Journey into Reusable Products
As an educator, one of the most rewarding aspects of my role is watching students take an idea and turn it into something meaningful and...
acacia38
Dec 11, 20243 min read
SPONSOR BLOG: The Green Collective | Unique & sustainable ways to wrap gifts.
Panic, without wrapping paper what will you do? You need to wrap your gift, disguise it and make it look stylish, creative or even...
Kate Fenwick
Oct 14, 20243 min read
SPONSOR BLOG | ECO-FRIENDLY PERIODS: AWWA -THE BEST SUSTAINABLE PERIOD UNDERWEAR
In today's world, eco-consciousness is on the rise, and for a good reason. It's no surprise that this wave of sustainability has extended...
Kate Fenwick
Oct 7, 20242 min read
Simple Change: Go Solid with Soap, Shampoo, and Conditioner Bars
Solid soap bars are one of the easiest low waste swaps you can make today to have a sustainable impact on the environment. What used to...
Kate Fenwick
Sep 18, 20243 min read
Simple Change: Reusable Coffee Cups
It is awesome to see that in recent years, we have seen a rise in the use of reusable coffee cups. These cups are not only eco-friendly...
Kate Fenwick
Aug 7, 20242 min read
Love your Leftovers!
Leftovers are one of the top wasted foods in New Zealand. People are constantly buying or making food, putting it in the fridge then...
Kate Fenwick
Aug 7, 20242 min read
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