What is cork? A number of times, I’ve been asked the question, “What is cork made of?” Most recently, my dental hygienist and I started talking…
Mutant Plastic-Eating Enzyme Is Discovered
Researchers at the University of Portsmouth and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) have unwittingly engineered a mutant enzyme that can super-charge…
14 Cool Shoes and Accessories Made from Piñatex® Pineapple Leather
“Design is not just about product. Design is about responsibility.” –Dr. Carmen Hijosa, founder and CEO of Ananas Anam, the creator of Piñatex Welcome to the…
The Problem with Leather
Music is one of the greatest joys of my life. I’ve got a rebellious, anti-establishment nature, and it’s one of the things I truly appreciate about…
The Pros and Cons of Polyester
The Cons of Polyester: Polyester is not considered as an eco-friendly material for a number of reasons: It takes a lot of energy to produce, and…
Nylon and the Environment
Nylon is a man-made material that is derived from petrochemicals and depends on large amounts of crude oil for production. It’s harmful to the environment for…
Organic Cotton vs. Non-Organic Cotton
Cotton is a widely used natural fiber, but unfortunately, it is not ecologically friendly. Whether cotton is organic or not, it does require a lot of…