Where to learn more about sustainability
Over the years writing about sustainability, I’ve stumbled across or been recommended a tonne of brilliant resources. Unlike some industries or niches, sustainability never stands still. One day, everyone thinks leggings made from recycled bottles is the invention that’s going to save the world. The next, we’re all worrying about microplastics and the footprint of manufacturing all those bottles.
Similarly, the language around sustainability shifts constantly. Just recently, slow fashion brand Lora Gene advised we replace the phrase ‘garment workers’ with ‘garment professionals’ to recognise the skill and craft the professionals bring to the industry. To make sure I’m giving my clients the best possible service, I do as much reading as I can to stay up to date with what’s being said, shared and understood.
Wading through the greenwashing and scaremongering isn’t always easy. So, I’m sharing with you my tried and tested favourite resources for learning more about sustainability.
If you know of a resource I’ve missed, I’d love to hear from you on LinkedIn or email.
Fashion Revolution
A weekly newsletter with fascinating articles about sustainable fashion.
#EthicalHour
A community for ethical businesses run by Sian Conway.
The Ethical Move
A movement committed to transparent, responsible and honest marketing. Sign the pledge, subscribe to the newsletter and explore their resource library.
Below Radar
If you’d like to move away from big tech and tracking in your business, sign up to the Below Radar community for tips and encouragement.
The Green Fix
Cass Hebron’s brilliant climate-conscious round-up newsletter.
Down to Earth
The climate newsletter from The Guardian, making sense of the biggest environmental news stories.
Better Not Stop
Helping businesses to become more sustainable and gain B Corp status. The blog and newsletter are useful resources on running a sustainable business without the burnout.
Remake
Monthly sustainable fashion news and resources.
Aja Barber
Aja has so much to teach about sustainability. Follow her on Instagram, subscribe to her Patreon or read her book, Consumed, for a clear-as-day breakdown of why fast fashion sucks.
Do Earth by Tamsin Omond
Another brilliant book that I constantly flick through for inspiration. Omond talks beautifully about sustainability and community.
How on Earth Can I Be Eco-Friendly? by Lianne Bell
A brilliant introduction to a more eco lifestyle. The zero-guilt guide to zero waste.
The Clean Clothes Campaign
A blog, podcast and newsletter amplifying worker voices in the garment industry.
Slow Factory
An educational organisation at the intersection of climate justice and social inequity. Their Instagram and newsletters are brilliant.
Atmos
A magazine about climate and culture. While you’re waiting for the next issue, sign up for the newsletter and follow them on Instagram.
Eco-Age
This agency’s fantastic blog features industry insights, sustainability stories and opinion pieces.
Unsustainable Magazine
Global writers share their thoughts on ethics, climate, waste, renewables, poverty, ecology and more in this blog.
Blair Imani
Blair’s Smarter in Seconds videos on Instagram will teach you more about a topic than you could read in a day.
I Weigh
A podcast with a series of fascinating guests talking on a wide range of topics.
The Wardrobe Crisis
A fashion podcast about sustainability, ethical fashion and how clothing can make a difference.
Hit me up on LinkedIn: let me know if you found your new favourite in this list, or if there’s a resource you think I missed.