How long it takes 50 common items to actually decompose
New Day Reuse Blog post article, How long it takes 50 common items to actually decompose. It’s easy to forget about items after you throw them away, but the fact…
An unusual and ongoing example of recycling
An unusual and ongoing example of recycling! Our house was built largely from recycled materials. It was built in the late 1980s by Phillipe Villard, a multi-talented artist who was…
Deconstruction and recycling of boats
Deconstruction and recycling of boats In France, hundreds of pleasure boats reach the end of their life every year. According to the database made available by the Shom (Hydrographic and…
adrian grenier discusses ocean conservation
Actor Adrian Grenier Talks Ocean Conservation and Gift Giving From overfishing to hypoxic dead zones to massive garbage patches, the planet’s oceans are in trouble. Worldwide, plastic pollution remains one…
Chile’s desert dumping ground for fast fashion
Chile's desert dumping ground for fast fashion ALTO HOSPICIO (Chile) — A mountain of discarded clothing including Christmas sweaters and ski boots cuts a strange sight in Chile's Atacama, the…
DIY Leather Conditioner
Always be safe wear safety glasses, Gloves, and be careful with Hot water, do not get ingredients into eyes or mouth. Before we jump to these homemade leather conditioners, we…
Upcycling Your Sails
Upcycling Your Sails Upcycling Your Sails, Upcycling is a bit of a buzzword these days, but the concept is nothing new to the cruising sailor. While traditional recycling involves breaking…