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Imagine living with a constant threat to your livelihood that is as uncontrollable as it is inevitable. A constant horizon of danger, fear, and anxiety that jeopardizes the work and heritage of hundreds of generations. Yet, in all this struggle, there seems to be no solution other than to leave Read more…
When people think of Amsterdam they instantly think of the countless canals that divide the city up and all the beautiful bridges that connect them together. Amsterdam is commonly called the nickname “Venice of the north” because of the 165 canals within the city and the canals were added to Read more…
The controversial future of nuclear energy – a crash course It’s the answer to the energy crisis to some, or just as bad if not worse than fossil fuels to others. Certainly, nuclear meltdowns like Chernobyl and Fukushima aren’t anything to cheer for, so why are opinions on this matter Read more…
How is the accelerated trend-cycle destroying our planet, and what could be done to stop it? Several years ago, high fashion would dictate the rules. Luxury brands presented collections twice a year on the runway, and similar pieces would later appear in affordable retail stores. Contemporary fashion world follows the Read more…
Why is animal testing still a thing? And what alternatives do we have?As a consumer, you have most likely come across products that advertise with being cruelty-free or being free of testing on animals, suggesting that brands who don’t mention this on their packaging, do test their products on animals. Read more…
The pandemic has changed the way we live, work, study and socialize. With working from home becoming a norm, using services like Zoom and Teams to meet classmates or colleagues, and killing your free time by streaming videos – an obvious question remains; what does this do to our digital Read more…
A few days ago, the United Nation’s 26th Climate Change Conference (COP26) – marketed as “the world’s best last chance to solve the climate crisis” – kicked off. As the name suggests, this conference brings together world leaders, innovators, youth and other parties to “showcase momentum from the whole of Read more…
Happy World Vegan Day! And what better way to celebrate than with one of our lovely recipes?! Also, don’t forget to sign up for our Meet&Eat the 10th of November to learn more about sustainable food. The first drinks and some snacks are for free! Today, a typical Dutch stamppot. Read more…
Many of you might have spent the past weekend in the capital for the annual Amsterdam Dance Event. In the south of our country, however, Northern-Europe’s largest design-event kicked off; the Dutch Design Week. At more than a hundred locations spread through the city of Eindhoven, visitors can experience the Read more…
As general awareness for sustainability grows, the fashion industry is starting to wake up to the fact that consumers attitudes have changed. Many prefer paying a bit more for eco-friendly clothing, and the reselling of previously worn clothing has reached a peak of popularity. In fact, this might be the Read more…