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%…
The Most Sustainable Modes of Transportation
The sustainability of travel and the transportation sector in general is a growing concern. Transport alone accounts for 1/5 of carbon dioxide emissions (around 24%) and it will continue to grow as global population increases. Traveling usually involves multiple modes of transportation from flying, trains, buses, and more. So, as a conscious traveler – what are…
5 Budget Friendly Things to do in Auckland, New Zealand
New Zealand is on the top of so many people’s bucket lists and I don’t blame them. It is insanely beautiful and the people are some of the friendliest I’ve encountered while traveling. I went to New Zealand right after my study abroad semester in Australia. Since I was in college, I was traveling on…
What to do in Västerås, Sweden: The Ultimate Guide
Need some inspiration for what to do in Västerås, Sweden? I’ve got you covered, as someone who currently lives here and has done the majority of activities. Västerås is a quaint and peaceful city with so many fun and unique things to do whether you are here for a day, weekend, or longer. This is…
18 Classic Swedish Foods To Try When Visiting
Most of the classic Swedish foods we see today are due to what was able to grow in the climate for the various seasons. Common foods that grew and were abundant were root vegetables (beets, turnips and onions), cucumbers, milk, cheese, fish, and meat like pork and reindeer. Today, all of these foods are still…