Fort Negrita Blog — Zero Waste
Traveling Internationally as a Zero Waster
Photos by Bobby Boone |
Long flights, quick layovers, time changes, poor Wifi and dead electronics; are every travelers' nightmare.
Flying internationally can be a nightmare all in itself, but imagine having to travel abroad without consuming an ounce of trash. That would have to be hard, right?
Well, luckily I have taken a couple of international trips as a zero waster, and can give you the perfect...
Zero Waste Starter Pack
Sometimes small accessories can be detrimental to the ability to implement something. For instance, Could you ski without the proper equipment? Or cook without pots and pans? No way!
Zero waste is the same way. There is no way you can be a successful zero waster if you haven't packed the right utensils.
I give you the must haves in a prioritized list. Pack wisely.
Reusable Cup
The human body requires...Me and 'the Fort' on CNN
I was recently featured on CNN's digital platform, "See how she lives 'zero waste' lifestyle" where I give tidbits about my zero waste life and show off my five months of trash, which fits into a 32-ounce Mason jar. I also show how zero waste shopping works, which you can also find a full article about that here.
Check me out!
My Zero Waste Life// Wedding Style (VIDEO)
Being invited to a wedding can be hectic in itself. Between booking flights and choosing fish or chicken, the only thing you will be anticipating is the open bar. J/k
I truly ADORE weddings and even took a trip to NYC three years ago to watch my good friend get engaged in Central Park on a cold night in December. (I love you fav!) So I was excited to finally watch the lovely couple say 'I do.'
Non...
My Zero Waste Life// Food To-Go (VIDEO)
Dashing out of the house with my shoes untied and my hair halfway unbraided is a common morning habit here at the Fort. The frequent morning rush often means no time for breakfast.
In my clever effort to be zero waste, I figured out an easy breakfast option. If a grocery store is nearby, buy fresh apples and peanut butter (in a glass jar!) for breakfast sans trash. The apple should be trash-less...