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Oct 1, 2021

The Plastic Pollution Problem Goes Far Beyond Straws: It’s Driving Climate Change

The conversation about plastic tends to revolve around how plastic pollution clogs our oceans and waterways. From the Great Pacific Garbage Patch to that harrowing image of a plastic straw stuck in a sea turtle’s nose that sparked the #NoStrawPlease campaign, most of us are all too familiar with the havoc plastic can wreak. But all of this is really just the tip of the metaphorical iceberg – in reality the connection between plastic and environmental harm extends far beyond plastic debris.

Sep 24, 2021

6 Eco-Friendly Activities for Fall

This is the perfect time of year to get out of the house and soak in the beautiful colors of the changing leaves. And while you’re doing so, why not participate in some activities that are local, good for the planet, and budget-friendly?

Sep 17, 2021

Our 10 Favorite “Experience Gifts” for Friends and Family

Experience Gifts are great because they are plastic free, eco-friendly, and probably encourage your friends/family to try something they might not have otherwise. Quite frankly, experience gifts are often more exciting than physical gifts as many people already have too much stuff as it is!

Aug 18, 2021

Why Double Edged Safety Razors Shave Better than Multi-blades

There’s a lot of misinformation and marketing speak out there when it comes to shaving razors and we finally reached a point where we needed to address a couple key issues regarding them. First and foremost, here’s the bottom line: Double Edged Safety Razors shave better than multi-blades. This is after all why people still use them all these years later.

Jun 14, 2021

Lessons from the Community of the Sea

The lesson that I aim to highlight here is that of the interconnectedness of all people.

Nov 26, 2019

Take Back Ware: Why We Started Making Forks from Shaving Blades

Way back when AlbatrossDesigns.It was starting we also designed and Introduced our Blade Take Back Program—the first ...

Nov 26, 2019

Introducing Albatross Take Back Ware!

From Offices, to Schools, to Take Out lunches, plastic silverware is everywhere around us. And, it is very tempting to use because it is so convenient. No dishes for anyone, and you don’t have to remember to take anything with you. Here’s the thing though, Plastic Silverware does ultimately have significant costs. And, having your own silverware with you is ultimately the best step to take action and address this source of pollution.

A Brief History of the Plastic Pollution Crisis and How Community Can help Solve it

Sep 26, 2019

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