Costa Rica is the perfect travel destination for hikers, wildlife lovers, beach goers, and anyone looking for an adventure. As it’s known for it’s pristine rainforests and waters, wildlife, and biodiversity. However, Costa Rica’s sustainable journey has not always been smooth. The country has faced an uphill journey in protecting and conserving its natural landscapes…
Eco Travel
5 Ways to Lessen Your Impact on the Planet While Traveling
Can sustainability and travel coexist? It’s a question I often find myself asking, as the two don’t always seem compatible. There are simple ways like bringing a reusable water bottle to not buy plastic, picking activities like hiking and supporting nature preserves, and traveling closer to home (staycation anyone?!). But here are 5 ways to…
Reflections on United Nations COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan
As the months pass, I’m still reflecting on my experience attending the United Nations Climate Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan. I work in the environmental sector and was fortunate enough to get an observer pass. Where I could observe and listen in on the many meetings taking place by world leaders. Purpose of COP29 The…
The Swedish Right of Public Access Law
I was recently reading the book There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather by Linda Åkeson McGurk. She is a Swedish-American mom who talks about the differences between raising kids in the U.S. vs Sweden. One of the main differences she emphasizes is the time spent outdoors and our relationship to nature. Swedes believe that…
Two Factors for How Sweden is the Most Sustainable Country in the World
Sweden is the most sustainable country in the world. For decades they have been paving the way for environmental action. In fact, they were the first country to pass an Environmental Protection Act back in 1967. They are also the highest recyclers in the world – read more about that here. I was more than…
How Sweden Figured Recycling Out
Swedes are the highest recyclers in the world. To talk about recycling we also have to mention all streams of waste. This includes food waste, trash, and products that are eligible to be recycled. Only 1% of Sweden’s waste is sent to landfills. Just to reiterate 99% of Sweden’s waste is recycled! There is 52%…