Tag: upcycle

7 Startups Redefining Sustainable Consumer Products in 2025

In 2025, sustainability is no longer a luxury or a greenwashed afterthought—it’s a business imperative. Consumers around the world are making purchasing decisions based not just on price or style, but on how products are made, what they’re made of, and what happens after they’re used. Enter a wave of bold startups building circular, ethical, and regenerative models for everyday items—from sneakers and smartphones to menstrual pads and incense sticks.

Quirky, European grassroots projects to change the world – from saunas to snail racing

In the heart of Europe, quirky grassroots movements are turning everyday spaces into stages for creative climate action. From the steamy heat of Finnish saunas to the grassy lawns of Ghent, communities are blending tradition with innovation to tackle environmental issues. I

A list of 23 things you can never recyle

Every community’s recycling system has its own set of guidelines, and some may be stricter than others. It’s always worth checking in with your local service provider for clarity, and many municipal programs are happy to provide written instructions. If you find that your local system doesn’t handle an item reach out to your local eco NGOs to get something started - maybe a new business opportunity

Leveraging Social Media to Showcase Your Building’s Sustainability

In today’s digital world you need essential online tools for sharing your building’s sustainability journey. With strategic content planning, you can showcase your commitment to the environment, involve your tenants, and inspire others to join the movement.

Dubai Design Week 2024

For the 2024 Dubai Design Week edition, practitioners were invited to propose designs with a focus on vernacular architecture and how community-centric architectural methods—rooted in local materials and technique—can intersect with new environments.

Sustainable Small Biz: Practical Businesses Can Prioritize the Environment

Biodegradable products are a great way to belong to the circular economy.

Zero-Waste Living: Effective Tips for Reducing Household Waste

Useful and Practical Tips to Adopt Zero-waste Living Lifestyle

Nick Millican and Greycoat: Addressing Real Estate’s Global Carbon Impact

Modern society owes much of its progress and functionality to the way we have approached building and construction. From ancient times when the first settlements began to take shape, to today’s skyscraper-laden skylines, buildings have not only mirrored our progress but have been fundamental catalysts in shaping human civilization.

Going Paperless: How Reducing Waste Benefits Both the Business and the Environment

Going paperless can benefit your company and the environment. Find out how shifting to digital solutions is the key to saving money and the planet.

The real sustainable choice: Why reusability trumps recyclability 

What about a trade show booth that transforms back to office furniture at the end of the exhibition?

​​​​​​4 Fun Crafts to Reduce Waste

Creative ways to reduce waste to use in craft projects

Simple tools you need at home for fixing anything

Some simple products can help you extend the life of your home furnishings and loved things.