Zero-waste, conscious living, minimalism, and veganism, you’ve probably been hearing these terms a lot lately. These are all names of sustainable and green lifestyles around the world.
What’s that about?
Leading a sustainable lifestyle is to simply limit the usage of natural resources or harmful waste to preserve the environment. This also includes preserving the various sources of energy and most importantly, to inspire others in joining the green movement.
Because Egyptian entrepreneurs and activists have noticed the immense social rewards of such movement, they have taken responsibility of giving back to their society and their planet. Want to know how to go green? These Egyptian entrepreneurs and startups are making it easier for you!
This is the first of a series of articles about this exciting topic, so stay tuned for more!
1. UpFuse
Is an environmentally friendly company that produces fashionable bags made out of recycled plastic bags. The company started back in 2013 with a goal to spread awareness on the excessive consumption of plastic bags in Egypt and spared knowledge about upcycling in society.
2. Urban Earthlings
Urban earthling is a sustainable Egyptian brand offering its customers sustainable alternatives to their daily use products. Their online store offers bamboo toothbrushes, stainless straws, reusable canvas bags, and more.
3. The Space
The Space is a second hang and vintage products outlet located in Maadi area of Greater Cairo. Their products range from second-hand vintage dress to wooden toys for kids and natural beauty products such as oils, serums, and soaps.
4. Zero Waste Egypt
Zero Waste is an Instagram account owned by Eman Mossallam, where she documents her personal journey with conscious living while giving tips and advice inspiring others to adopt green living. Eman also offers some eco-friendly products to encourage beginners on their own personal journey with zero-waste lifestyles. Follow Eman’s journey here.
5. Egyecoland
Eco land is another Instagram account built for the purposes of providing followers with “structured information on eco-friendly lifestyle in Egypt.” The account holds many tips and information of conscious living, from recycling, saving water, to natural makeup, and ethical fashion. You can find Egycoland Instagram here.
With the help of these companies and initiatives, living a sustainable green life in Egypt has been made possible. And their message is simple. It is time to take action to save our environment from decaying away. It is time to be proactive and responsible for our country’s and planet resources.
Share with us what you do to help the environment!
