Marley's Monsters Blog — ecoconscious

In a world driven by fast paced consumerism, it’s no surprise that we have a major plastic pollution problem. Plastics from packaging, single use containers, and drinking straws end up in our waterways, causing harm to wildlife and their habitats. But it’s Plastic Free July, a chance to slow down and take the time to consider how much plastic we are consuming day to day, and what alternatives we can find to reduce that number. So, we are going to explore plastic and the three R’s of sustainable living: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Plastic in and of itself is not a...

The world of sustainability is always growing, and new ways to be eco friendly are constantly popping up. Since it’s Plastic Free July, we decided to round up some of our favorite sustainable tips and tricks to help you along the way. Of course, we also support the adage “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle,” but there’s so much more than that! Here are some ways to practice sustainability in multiple areas of your life. Home Make the swap to LED lights, and unplug electronics when not in use Sign up for emails instead of print materials Try a water saving shower head...

It’s Plastic Free July, a chance to slow down and take the time to consider how much plastic we are consuming day to day, and what alternatives we can find to reduce that number. But with all this talk about plastic and how to avoid it, maybe we should also take the time to closely examine plastic, where it comes from, and how we developed such a large plastic problem to begin with. Learning about the history of plastic can help put sustainability into perspective, and shows that just as plastic pollution is a collective issue, so is what we...

July 1, 2022 marks the start of Plastic Free July, a global movement designed to empower people to create a better future and cleaner environment by ditching plastic. We use so much plastic in our day-to-day lives, that eventually this nonbiodegradable waste is left in landfills or ends up in oceans and the environment, causing serious harm to the planet and wildlife. Luckily, Marley’s Monsters has been hard at work creating sustainable alternatives and solutions to plastic items. We offer tons of colors and prints so that you can still keep your unique personality and style while saving the planet....

Traditional feminine care products are often designed for single use, made of plastics, or cosmetically bleached. Considering menstruation happens frequently, this produces a lot of waste, and is not environmentally or physically healthy. Luckily, there are sustainable solutions that are better for the planet and your body. Here are a few reusable alternatives to try during your next monthly cycle. 1. Moon Pads Often, we learn how to handle our period with whatever is available or given to us, like tampons and pads, and we never really give it a second thought. But, menstrual products produce a lot of waste...