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Let’s untangle 101 of these words together to foster our collective understanding and active  participation in sustainability chit-chats. Thank us later for your ability to  make better informed choices in your quest to live sustainably and more  climate conscious.

Refers to a for-profit business that prioritises meeting stringent criteria for verified social and environmental performance, governance, transparency, and legal accountability.

Achieving B-Corp status involves undergoing a rigorous evaluation, known as the Business Impact Assessment, conducted by the independent non-profit organisation B Lab. This assessment scrutinises various facets of a company's operations, including its impact on society and the environment, corporate governance, and its commitment to ethical and sustainable practices. B-Corp certification signifies a company's dedication to operating ethically, contributing positively to society, and prioritising sustainability alongside profitability within the fashion industry.

Fabric made from bamboo fibres, known for its sustainability due to the plant's fast growth and minimal need for pesticides.

Typically used to refer to wastes, biodegradable wastes originate from plant and animal sources which are capable of decaying through the action of living organisms. Otherwise biodegradability is the ability to break down and blend back in with the earth, given the right conditions and presence of microorganisms, fungi or bacteria.

These microorganisms are known as decomposers. If these microorganisms didn't eat these materials the  world would be overcome with piles of dead materials and the plants would run out of raw materials needed for photosynthesis. Ideally, but not always, no toxins are left behind, simply something biodegradable means something capable of decaying into its basic components.

Have you ever wondered where waste goes after you dispose of it? Garbage is collected and usually dumped in landfills. Then garbage is covered with soil together with chemicals that break it down.There is trash that contains materials  that rot and decay, they are known as biodegradable wastes. 

Biodiversity embodies the intricate tapestry of life across our planet, encompassing the rich variety of living organisms, from microscopic genes to entire ecosystems. It's the sum total of Earth's biological diversity, reflecting the myriad species and their interdependent relationships within the natural world.

This expansive concept not only quantifies the sheer volume of life forms but also encapsulates the dynamic interactions among species and their interconnectedness with the physical environment.

Human activities impacting the environment often diminish this diversity, yet safeguarding and nurturing biodiversity is paramount for a sustainable and thriving society, underscoring the importance of preserving and promoting the multitude of life forms that sustain our planet's vitality and resilience.

Ever heard of biofuels, if not let me break it down for you. Biofuels are fuels that are created from organic material (biomass) either directly or indirectly. 

Biomass can include those that come from plants or even animal waste.They are the only viable replacement to petroleum transportation fuels. They are fuels made from recently living organisms. Biofuels are what provide us with bioenergy, which takes care of around 10 percent of the world's energy needs and they can be in the form of either a liquid, solid, or a gas.

Due to the updates in current technology, biofuels can be extracted from a variety of materials; waste, wood or crops, for instance. There are both primary and secondary biofuels. Primary biofuels come from organic material that is used in its natural form such as firewood, wood chips, or pellets.

Secondary biofuels come from organic material that is processed such as bio-oil, ethanol, or biodiesel. You have noticed there is a lot of ‘bio’ as a prefix going on, and you'll see it more often as it simply means life

This is a permit that allows an owner to emit a certain amount of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

It is important to know about carbon credit since it  helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere.

Carbon emissions, also referred to as greenhouse gas emissions, are the release of gases—chiefly carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and others—into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat and contribute to the greenhouse effect, enhancing the Earth's natural insulation. Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels for energy, transportation, agricultural practices, and deforestation, are major sources of these emissions. They play a critical role in climate change by amplifying the planet's temperature, impacting ecosystems, weather patterns, and the overall health of our environment.

The carbon footprint represents the cumulative greenhouse gas emissions, particularly carbon dioxide and its equivalents, stemming from the activities of individuals, organisations, or even entire nations within a specific timeframe. It encapsulates the environmental impact of daily choices, reflecting emissions from transportation, energy use, food production, and various aspects of modern life. This footprint serves as a measure of our collective contribution to climate change, urging a concerted effort towards reducing emissions through sustainable practices, cleaner energy adoption, efficiency improvements, and mindful consumption habits to curb our environmental impact.

It refers to achieving a state where the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by a fashion company's activities is effectively counterbalanced by an equal amount of carbon removal or compensation. This equilibrium is typically attained through measures that eliminate or reduce emissions within the company's operations and supply chain, coupled with activities that remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, such as investing in verified carbon offset projects. Achieving carbon neutrality involves a commitment to mitigating and offsetting greenhouse gas emissions, thus aiming to minimise the fashion industry's overall environmental impact on climate change.

This practice involves investing in green practices such as tree planting as a way to balance carbon emissions. In simple terms it means pollution released into the atmosphere from carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. Carbon Offsetting is important because it will allow you to make a positive contribution to the environment when your emissions can't be avoided. In addition, the increased funding these causes receive can change lives, bringing economic, social and health improvements to whole communities.

Carbon positive signifies an initiative or activity that not only mitigates its own greenhouse gas emissions but surpasses this by actively reducing or removing more emissions from the atmosphere than it generates.

It goes beyond mere carbon neutrality, emphasising a proactive stance in combating climate change by contributing to a net reduction in greenhouse gases, thereby aiding in the restoration and preservation of environmental balance.

A circular economy is an economic system designed to minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency by shifting from the traditional linear model of 'take-make-dispose' to one focused on reusing, sharing, repairing, and recycling resources.

In this system, waste and pollution are minimised by design, products and materials are kept in use for as long as possible, and natural systems are regenerated.

It aims to create a closed-loop system where resources are continuously utilised, repurposed, and regenerated, thereby reducing the strain on natural resources and promoting sustainability throughout the production, consumption, and disposal cycles

Climate action encompasses a diverse range of efforts and initiatives aimed at addressing, mitigating, or reversing the causes and impacts of climate change. It involves a spectrum of activities geared towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions, fostering sustainability, and enhancing resilience against the adverse effects of a changing climate.

These actions span a broad spectrum, from policy implementations, technological innovations, and community engagements to individual lifestyle changes, all striving to combat the drivers of climate change and promote a more sustainable, climate-resilient future for generations to come.

Climate change refers to the enduring modifications in global weather patterns and average temperatures over an extended period, typically resulting from a variety of factors.

While natural processes have historically influenced climate fluctuations, since the Industrial Revolution, human activities—predominantly the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas—have been the primary catalyst for rapid and unprecedented changes in Earth's climate system.

This human-induced alteration significantly elevates greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere and oceans, surpassing natural cycles. Consequently, the planet has warmed by an average of 1.1°C since the late 1800s, accelerating a spectrum of climatic effects beyond rising temperatures.

These repercussions encompass intensified extreme weather events such as heatwaves, floods, droughts, storms, alongside a multitude of cascading impacts including dwindling water and food resources, ecological disruptions, and societal instability.

Climate change extends beyond local shifts, affecting ecosystems worldwide and necessitating urgent global efforts to mitigate its extensive ramifications.

Climate resilience embodies a set of strategies, policies, and measures implemented by societies, organisations, and communities to enhance their ability to withstand, adapt to, and recover from the adverse effects of climate change.

These efforts focus on bolstering resilience against a spectrum of climatic impacts, including but not limited to extreme weather events like floods, heatwaves, rising sea levels, and other climate-related disruptions.

By integrating proactive measures and fostering adaptive capacities, climate resilience aims to fortify infrastructures, ecosystems, and socio-economic systems, ensuring their durability and capacity to thrive amidst the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Closed-loop refers to a system or process designed to minimise waste by ensuring that materials, resources, or products are continuously recycled, reused, or repurposed within the system. It operates as a circular system where the output of one stage becomes the input for another, aiming to limit the extraction of new resources and reduce environmental impact by maximising the utilisation and longevity of existing resources.

Composting is a controlled natural process that involves the decomposition of organic materials, such as food scraps, yard waste, and certain biodegradable items, into nutrient-rich compost.

This process harnesses the power of microorganisms, like bacteria and fungi, to break down organic matter aerobically, transforming it into a valuable soil amendment.

Composting not only diverts organic waste from landfills but also produces a nutrient-dense material that can enrich soil health, improve moisture retention, and support plant growth, fostering a sustainable approach to managing organic waste while enhancing soil fertility.

Conscious capitalism represents a business philosophy and approach that emphasises utilising the power of capitalism to drive positive change, benefitting not only financial stakeholders but also prioritising the well-being of people and the environment.

It involves businesses operating with a higher purpose beyond profit maximisation, integrating social responsibility, ethical practices, and sustainability into their core values and operations.

Conscious capitalism seeks to create value for all stakeholders, considering the impact of business decisions on employees, communities, customers, and the environment, while simultaneously pursuing financial success. This approach advocates for businesses to act as a force for good, contributing to societal well-being and environmental sustainability while generating economic prosperity.

Conscious consumerism embodies a mindful approach to purchasing wherein consumers make deliberate and informed choices to support products or services that align with their values and ethical considerations.

It involves a thoughtful assessment of the environmental, social, and ethical implications of consumption habits, leading individuals to prioritise products that are responsibly produced, environmentally friendly, ethically sourced, and often, sustainably manufactured.

By consciously opting for items that resonate with their values, conscious consumers aim to advocate for positive change, encourage sustainable practices, and promote responsible production and consumption patterns within the marketplace.

Conscious or mindful fashion embodies an approach to clothing and style that prioritises ethical, sustainable, and thoughtful practices throughout the entire lifecycle of garments.

It emphasises awareness and consideration of the social, environmental, and ethical impacts associated with the production, consumption, and disposal of clothing. This approach involves opting for clothing that is ethically produced, sustainably sourced, and minimises harm to both people and the planet.

Conscious fashion encourages mindful purchasing decisions, promotes fair labour practices, reduces waste, and supports environmentally friendly materials and manufacturing processes.

It strives to foster a more responsible and holistic approach to fashion that values quality, longevity, and ethical standards over fast-paced trends and disposable fashion.

Cradle to Cradle, often abbreviated as C2C, is an innovative approach to sustainable fashion that reimagines the entire lifecycle of clothing. It aims to create garments and textiles in a way that considers their environmental impact from inception to disposal, emphasizing the concept of a closed-loop system.

In this approach, materials used in clothing are carefully chosen for their ability to be endlessly recycled or biodegraded, ensuring that they can return safely to the environment or be reused in new products without generating waste or pollution.

Cradle to Cradle fashion encourages the use of renewable resources, safe materials, and eco-friendly manufacturing processes, striving to minimise the environmental footprint of clothing while promoting circularity and sustainable practices throughout the fashion industry.

It refers to clothing and accessories that are produced without causing harm or testing on animals throughout any stage of the manufacturing process. This includes sourcing materials, production, and the finished product.

Brands and products labelled as cruelty-free adhere to ethical standards, ensuring that no animals are subjected to harm, exploitation, or testing for the creation of fashion items. This commitment extends to avoiding materials derived from animals or ensuring that any animal-derived materials are obtained through ethical and sustainable means, aligning with principles that prioritise compassion towards animals and ethical treatment within the fashion industry.

Corporate Social Responsibility represents a business approach where companies integrate social and environmental considerations into their operations and strategies.

It involves a commitment to ethical practices, sustainability, and contributing positively to society beyond mere profit-making. CSR initiatives encompass a broad spectrum, ranging from environmental conservation, promoting diversity and inclusion, supporting local communities, to ethical decision-making and responsible business practices.

By embracing CSR, companies aim to align their values and actions with societal needs, fostering a sense of accountability, sustainability, and positive impact within their operational frameworks.

It refers to the recognition, representation, and empowerment of a wide spectrum of identities, backgrounds, and experiences within the fashion industry. It emphasises the celebration and inclusion of individuals from diverse ethnicities, cultures, body sizes, abilities, genders, and orientations in all facets of fashion, including design, marketing, modelling, and leadership roles.

Sustainable fashion embraces diversity by ensuring equitable opportunities, fair representation, and fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. It promotes inclusivity by challenging traditional beauty standards, advocating for fair labour practices, and creating clothing lines that cater to diverse body types, cultures, and preferences.

This approach aims to cultivate a fashion industry that embraces the uniqueness and richness of human diversity while contributing to a more equitable and inclusive society.

It refers to the environmentally responsible practice of recycling or repurposing electronic devices or equipment used within the fashion industry.

This includes recycling electronic devices like sewing machines, fabric cutters, computer systems, and other technological tools utilised in the production, design, or retailing of fashion items.

E-cycling aims to divert electronic waste from landfills by reusing or recycling these devices, reducing the environmental impact associated with electronic disposal.

It promotes sustainability by extending the lifespan of electronic equipment, recovering valuable materials, and minimising the ecological footprint of the fashion industry's technological processes.

Individuals who embrace sustainable and ethical fashion choices, promoting eco-friendly trends and practices.

Refers to products, practices, or actions that are designed, manufactured, or carried out in a manner that minimises harm to the environment.

It encompasses a wide range of efforts aimed at reducing ecological impact, conserving resources, and promoting sustainability.

Eco-friendly initiatives prioritise the use of renewable resources, minimise pollution, reduce waste generation, and employ environmentally conscious materials and processes.

These actions aim to mitigate environmental damage, support ecosystem health, and contribute to a more sustainable and regenerative relationship between human activities and the natural world.

It advocates for conscious travel practices that engage travellers with ethical fashion destinations, encouraging an understanding of the fashion supply chain's environmental and social impact.

It involves mindful exploration of sustainable clothing production facilities, eco-friendly textile workshops, and ethical fashion cooperatives, aiming to educate participants about responsible fashion practices while supporting local artisans and fair trade initiatives.

This form of travel intertwines fashion consciousness with eco-friendly travel choices, promoting awareness of sustainable fashion's cultural significance and encouraging ethical consumption patterns while minimising environmental impact.

It refers to the interrelationship between the fashion industry and the natural environment. It involves the study and consideration of the ecological impact of fashion production, consumption, and waste on ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resources.

Sustainable fashion embraces ecological principles by aiming to minimise its environmental footprint through practices that prioritise conservation, resource efficiency, and regenerative approaches.

This includes reducing pollution, minimising water and energy consumption, employing eco-friendly materials and production methods, and promoting circularity to preserve ecosystems, protect biodiversity, and mitigate the industry's adverse effects on the environment.

Integrating ecological considerations into fashion practices is fundamental for promoting a harmonious relationship between the fashion industry and the natural world.

It signifies the interconnected web of stakeholders and processes spanning the entire fashion supply chain. It encapsulates raw material sourcing, production, distribution, consumption, and disposal, emphasising the interdependence of each stage on environmental, social, and economic aspects.

This approach integrates ethical practices, sustainable materials, transparent supply chains, and circularity to minimise environmental impact, uphold fair labour standards, and foster economic viability.

A sustainable fashion ecosystem aims to create a resilient, interconnected network that prioritises the well-being of both individuals and the planet across all facets of the industry.

E-waste, short for electronic waste, refers to discarded or obsolete electrical or electronic devices that have reached the end of their useful life or are no longer in use. This category encompasses a broad range of items, including but not limited to computers, mobile phones, televisions, household appliances, and other electronic gadgets.

E-waste often results from rapid technological advancements leading to the replacement or disposal of functional devices, as well as planned obsolescence strategies that encourage frequent upgrades rather than repair.

The accumulation of e-waste poses environmental challenges due to its hazardous components and the need for proper recycling or disposal methods to mitigate its impact on human health and the environment.

Efforts to manage e-waste involve recycling, refurbishing, or responsibly disposing of electronic devices to prevent environmental pollution and optimise the recovery of valuable materials.

It refers to the capability of a system, appliance, or process to accomplish its intended function while utilising minimal energy. It involves the optimization of energy use to reduce waste and maximise output, ensuring that the least amount of energy is consumed to achieve a specific task or service.

Energy-efficient technologies or practices aim to minimise energy consumption, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance overall sustainability by employing innovative designs, advanced technologies, or behavioural changes that prioritise conservation and optimal utilisation of energy resources.

It represents a framework that evaluates a company's performance beyond financial metrics, focusing on its Environmental, Social, and Governance practices. It serves as a tool for assessing a business's impact on environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and governance ethics.

Environmental criteria gauge a company's stance on climate change, resource usage, pollution, and sustainability initiatives. Social considerations encompass human rights, labour standards, community involvement, and diversity.

Governance evaluates ethical conduct, transparency, accountability, and leadership integrity within a company. ESG criteria aid investors in identifying companies aligned with ethical and sustainable principles, facilitating socially responsible investments and promoting long-term value creation while considering broader societal and environmental impacts.

A consumer who prioritises purchasing products that align with ethical and sustainable values, influencing industry practices.

Ethical fashion embodies a holistic approach to clothing production, encompassing responsible and sustainable practices throughout the entire supply chain. It prioritises social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and ethical treatment of workers and animals. Ethical fashion advocates for fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect for artisans along with minimising environmental impact through sustainable materials, eco-friendly production methods, and reducing waste. It embraces transparency, fair trade, cruelty-free practices, and considers the welfare of both people and the planet. Ethical fashion seeks to shift the fashion industry toward greater accountability, promoting conscious consumerism and encouraging the adoption of ethical and sustainable principles in clothing design, production, and consumption.

Ethical investments refer to financial strategies that integrate social, environmental, and governance considerations alongside financial returns. It involves allocating capital to companies, funds, or initiatives that align with ethical and sustainable principles, supporting enterprises that prioritise positive environmental and social impacts.

Ethical investments often avoid sectors or activities deemed harmful, such as fossil fuels, arms, or industries with poor labour practices. Instead, they favour investments in socially responsible businesses, renewable energy, sustainable technologies, or organisations promoting diversity and environmental stewardship.

Ethical investments seek to generate financial returns while contributing to a more sustainable, equitable, and socially conscious world.

Production processes that prioritise fair wages, safe working conditions, and sustainable practices, ensuring minimal harm to people and the environment.

A transparent and accountable supply chain that ensures ethical practices, fair wages, and environmentally responsible sourcing and production.

It is a trading system that prioritises equity and social justice in global commerce, particularly focusing on empowering producers in developing countries, often small-scale farmers and artisans. It ensures fair wages, decent working conditions, and equitable treatment, aiming to redress the imbalance in traditional trade structures. Fair trade initiatives promote direct partnerships between producers and consumers, emphasising transparency, fair prices, and community development. The fair trade label signifies products that meet ethical standards, empowering consumers to support socially responsible and sustainable practices while enabling producers in marginalised regions to earn a fair income and improve their livelihoods

A label indicating that a product meets ethical and fair trade standards, ensuring fair compensation for producers in developing countries.

It refers to a business model characterised by rapid and frequent production of inexpensive clothing to quickly respond to ever-changing fashion trends. Fast fashion prioritises speed and low cost, often resulting in poor working conditions, exploitation of labour, and environmental degradation. This approach involves producing large quantities of clothing that may have a short lifespan, contributing to increased textile waste and pollution. Sustainable fashion advocates for alternatives to the fast fashion model, emphasising ethical practices, durability, and environmental consciousness to create a more responsible and sustainable approach to clothing production and consumption.

It refers to a community-driven platform or practice that encourages the exchange and redistribution of items, promoting reuse and reducing waste. It enables individuals to offer unwanted but functional items for free to others who may have a use for them, thus extending the life cycle of these goods and diverting them from ending up in landfills. Freecycle fosters a culture of sharing, minimising waste generation by facilitating the circulation of items among community members, promoting environmental conservation, and encouraging a more sustainable approach to consumption and disposal.

Refers to the sustained and long-term rise in the average temperature of Earth's atmosphere and surface. This phenomenon is predominantly caused by human activities, particularly the release of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat, leading to an overall increase in the planet's temperature over time. Global warming contributes to various climate changes, including extreme weather events, rising sea levels, changes in precipitation patterns, and shifts in ecosystems. It represents a significant aspect of climate change, highlighting the consequences of human-induced environmental alterations and emphasising the urgency of mitigating actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address this escalating environmental concern.

It is a natural process wherein certain gases in Earth's atmosphere, known as greenhouse gases (GHGs) such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, absorb and trap the heat radiating from the Earth's surface.

These gases form a protective layer, allowing sunlight to enter the atmosphere and warm the planet. However, they also prevent some of this heat from escaping back into space, thus maintaining a relatively stable and habitable temperature range on Earth. Human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels and industrial processes, contribute to an increase in greenhouse gas concentrations, intensifying this natural effect and leading to global warming and subsequent climate changes.

These are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere; they include Carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and water vapour.

refers to the wastewater generated from domestic activities such as bathing, laundry, and kitchen use, excluding sewage from toilets. It includes relatively clean water from sinks, showers, washing machines, and other household sources that haven't come into contact with faecal matter. Greywater can be reused for non-potable purposes like watering plants, flushing toilets, or even certain cleaning tasks, after appropriate treatment and filtration, contributing to water conservation efforts and reducing overall household water consumption

Efforts to redirect waste away from landfills through recycling, upcycling, or repurposing, reducing environmental impact.

Skilled craftsmen or artisans involved in producing sustainable fashion goods, often promoting cultural heritage and supporting local economies.

It involves obtaining materials, manufacturing, or producing fashion goods from nearby or regional sources, minimising transportation emissions and supporting local economies.

It promotes shorter supply chains, fosters community engagement, and reduces the environmental impact associated with long-distance transportation.