Commons

As we start fresh for 2024, we thought it would be good to re-introduce ourselves! 🌎 Download the Commons app here: https://lnkd.in/g8RGECgj With Commons, every purchase is an opportunity for climate action. Consumers shape the carbon economy. In fact, household spending influences 65% of global emissions. Every day, we make consequential decisions about how to use our shared resources– we just can’t see them. Whether we’re filling gas at the pump or buying lunch, Commons makes our carbon impact visible and spotlights opportunities to bring our lives into balance with our world. Download the app to discover your personalized carbon footprint and a path to more sustainable living. Lower your emissions where you can, and offset where you can’t. Together, we’re building a greener economy.

What is the climate cost of this convenience? A thought that never leaves my mind. After moving to India, I got pulled into the quick commerce world. Attracted by its convenience. Placing multiple orders everyday. Sometimes ordering stuff that I didn’t even need. I now have an entire cabinet full of paper bags. Had to make a conscious effort to stop this. I am in a better position now. The number of orders has come down. What has helped is having a paper & pen. I immediately write down when I think of buying anything. Instead of adding it to one of the apps. I then look at the consolidated list every few days. I remove some items. While others become part of a consolidated order. Writing the below article for Commons also helped me. There are some practical tips in there. Which you can inculcate in your daily life.

Intrigued by our relationship with convenience? Our latest podcast episode is all about the cost of convenience culture. Check it out below!

Have you ever thought about how our cities are designed for cars, not people? We don’t just mean the size of highways. Our cities are designed around billboards and signs that are visible from cars, not at walking height. Our attractions devote more space to parking than they do to the actual entertainment venue, from stadiums to amusement parks. What would our cities look like if we did things differently? #cardependency

Would you have guessed that this is the average Shein shopper? Here are our thoughts.
 #shein #overconsumption

You might have heard that only 9% of plastic gets recycled. That’s true, but have you heard these stats too? And are you taking part in Plastic Free July this year?


When we read this report from Media Matters for America, we were so disappointed. Mainstream broadcast journalism needs to do better. #climatejournalism

How many ads have you seen today so far?

 #sustainability #advertising #climatechange #overconsumption #consumerism

"To see organic material for the richness that it really holds ... really reminds me of the non-capital wealth that we are capable of generating ourselves." This is a quote from one of our listeners, Bo Miesl, who's featured in episode five of the Second Nature podcast. Time and time again, I'm amazed and touched by how vulnerable and reflective people become when talking about the sustainability practices that they're proud of. If you want to brush up on composting knowledge or feel a personal connection with fellow compost lovers, give the episode a listen: 🪱 Composting Is for Everyone. If you enjoy the show, we'd really appreciate a review! ➡ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gaQAa6WD ➡ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gGgWAd2E Katelan Cunningham

👀 Can everybody have a green job? Reflecting on a recent podcast episode where I had the opportunity to contribute, the Second Nature, a project from the Commons Project, we explored the transformative power of integrating sustainability into our careers. One key takeaway from the podcast was the capacity (should we say duty?) to turn every job into a green job or, if you love your current job, to advocate for greener practices. We must consider how we can contribute to transforming every industry, company, or department into a place that benefits the planet. Deloitte's 2022 survey underscored this, revealing that over half of global business leaders attribute their companies' sustainable actions to employee activism. It's encouraging to see the impact of advocating for greener practices. However, I recently spoke with two connections looking to transition into environmental fields, who highlighted the challenges they face despite their professional experience. This underscores the importance of making green careers accessible to all, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background, feels included and valued in the sustainability movement. The podcast underscored the empowering truth that skills like communications, finance, and organizational management are invaluable in sustainability roles. This highlights that people from diverse backgrounds can transition to green jobs and apply their unique talents to sustainability actions, making a significant difference. Whether you're already in a green career or considering a shift, every step towards sustainability counts. It's about aligning our efforts and professional journeys with our planet's well-being and realizing that our individual actions contribute to a larger, collective effort. ✋Let me know your thoughts about it! The episode is available here: https://lnkd.in/d6YRBm_7