I’m lucky enough to call Killarney, Co. Kerry, home—a place where the air feels fresher, the colors seem brighter, and the world slows down just enough to let you breathe. Nestled in the shadow of Ireland’s rugged southwest, Killarney is surrounded by a UNESCO National Park that’s nothing short of magical. Stunning mountains, ancient woodlands, …
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Nestled in the heart of County Kerry lies Killarney, a place of unparalleled natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, known worldwide for its stunning landscapes, pristine lakes, and unique wildlife. Killarney now aims to become the 'Most Sustainable town in Ireland' (Independent, 2024), with a focus on preserving the jewel in its crown, the Killarney …
Continue reading Preserving the Ecological Jewel of Killarney: Embracing Sustainability
"Every time you spend money, you're casting a vote for the kind of world you want". - Anna Lappé This quote highlights the power of consumer choices and the impact they have on the world we live in. By choosing sustainable fashion, we can vote for a more ethical and sustainable fashion industry, one that …
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We have a BIG problem here in Ireland and across the planet. I'm sure you've noticed all the rubbish lying around on your daily walk... and those bottles, wrappers and small pieces of plastic lying discarded on beaches... even as I write this I am confronted by this issue. As I look out my window …
With a 'consume now, throw away' mindset creating huge amounts of textile waste and almost 85% of all textiles now ending up in landfill each year, there has never been a better time to choose sustainable options. Fashion is the 2nd or 3rd most polluting industry in the world and makes up 10% of humanity's …
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More than 50% of fast fashion produced is disposed of in under one year. Source: Unsplash So why have shopping habits changed so much in a very short period of time? In the late 1990's fast fashion gained huge momentum with people happy to showcase their low cost fashion style to the world. Major retailers …
We all need to wear clothes in our daily lives, (unless you keep your camera switched off on your work zoom call, that's entirely your choice) 😉 We use clothes to make a statement, show our style, fulfil a function and to be comfortable. Cotton, for example, is one of the most used fibres in …
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"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not." - Dr Suess
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