The new decade is already being billed as The Climate Decade. But what if we could have our glam products and not have a negative impact on Mother Earth? Now we can.

In The Loop Take the classic milkman concept and replace it with modern delivery methods and partners like The Body Shop, Ren, Pantene, Love Beauty & Planet — and, voila! —you’ve got TerraCycle. The company ships the beauty goodies in eco-friendly packaging, like glass. When you’re done with them, turn them back in. They’re washed, refilled and sent out again. Bye-bye single-use plastics; TerraCycle.com.

What is Subaru doing to set itself apart from all other automakers? They have the 2020 Outback, Forester, Crosstrek and Ascent SUVs, but they have created a brand that has become a lifestyle choice, not a car company. Subaru Corporation just released its inaugural corporate impact report but who really cares about that stuff? You should because it reveals much about why they exist and what it means for their customers in 2020. Subaru has done a masterful job of creating a brand identity that resonates with consumers that goes far beyond the dealer showroom and their automobiles, and their new corporate impact report reveals what they are about. Subaru promises to you they will be about “positively impact the communities in which we live, work, and serve.” 2020 Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek Subaru of America (SOA) CEO Tom Doll believes its success of 11 consecutive years of record sales comes from being more than a car company. Subaru promises four things beyond building quality all-wheel-drive vehicles. Diversity Subaru has been about diversity since the 1990s when they reached out to the LGBTQ community when no other company would touch the issue. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles are woven into the fabric of the Camden, N.J. automaker and the reason SOA has received one-hundred percent on the Human Rights Campaign Equality Index year over year. Subaru encourages volunteers Volunteerism Subaru doesn’t just say its important to give back to the communities where they do business, they encourage and practice volunteerism. To support its employees, Subaru of America offers a dynamic volunteer program with an average of 160-plus events each year they can choose from. A majority of them take place during the workday, and Subaru even offers paid time off for employees to volunteer. Green Initiatives Subaru’s work with the National Park Foundation demonstrates its commitment to the planet. Subaru believes who we are is what we leave behind, which is why the automaker has environmental programs established to reduce its footprint and give back to the planet. Some other initiatives include: LEED-Certified Facilities, Bulk Oil and Bulk Coolant Programs, TerraCycle recycling program, Returnable Shipping Container Initiatives, Leave No Trace, and the Reman Program. Giving back to local communities Being more than a car company has a foundation built on the automaker’s “Love Promise” offered through its dealer network that gives customers an opportunity to pump dollars into their communities. Across the U.S., SOA develops partnerships that align with its values,. Subaru’s partnership with organizations like ASPCA has affected the lives of over 10,000 animals. The automaker also has the “Make a Dogs Day” campaign, they have teamed up with Make-A-Wish, Adopt A Classroom, Center for Pet Safety, Meals on Wheels, National Park Service, Philidelphia Cherry Blossom Festival and other charitable organizations around the U.S. Where will Subaru expand its reach in the future? Subaru says they will improve in all the areas above, and they will work to reach the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. They will also plant 500,000 trees in California regions impacted by wildfires over the next four years, as part of the Forester Reforesting program, and they will partner with REI to place a TerraCycle container in each of its 154 stores. 2020 Subaru Forester Subaru brings you vehicles like the 2020 Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, and Ascent known for their all-wheel-drive, safety, and utility. But they believe their success also comes with the responsibility to continue being more than a car company. Photo credit: Subaru USA

Your best bet on making sure you properly wipe a device is finding a YouTube instructional video specific to that brand and model.

Your best bet on making sure you properly wipe a device is finding a YouTube instructional video specific to that brand and model.

Your best bet on making sure you properly wipe a device is finding a YouTube instructional video specific to that brand and model.

In The Loop Take the classic milkman concept and replace it with modern delivery methods and partners like The Body Shop, Ren, Pantene, Love Beauty & Planet — and, voila! —you’ve got TerraCycle. The company ships the beauty goodies in eco-friendly packaging, like glass. When you’re done with them, turn them back in. They’re washed, refilled and sent out again. Bye-bye single-use plastics; TerraCycle.com. Pod People Mindful of the ugly side of the beauty world, Proctor & Gamble has started what we hope will be the start of a packaging revolution: Olay Pods. You get to put a cool jar on your dresser. (What would our beauty rituals be without our pretty bottles?!) Instead of tossing it out when your done, just switch out the seriously-way-less-plastic-waste interior refill pods. Your beauty regimen will thank you; US.PG.com. Topping Up Join the refill revolution. Bathing Culture, already a natural-leaning brand, is a company putting cool retro 1960s pump refill bottles in their stores filled with “forest by the seaside after a rain”-scented Mind & Body Wash. No store near you? Opt for an environmentally conscious multi-refill pod. Since it’s a unisex scent, you only need one dispenser on your bathroom counter, saving yet another bottle; BathingCulture.com.

OneNine5 has launched a unisex & eco-conscious travel wash bag, to minimise the number of single-use plastic liquid bags required by 284 million* passengers at UK airports every year. The ambitious London based start-up want to make air travel easier for the thousands passing through airport security every day and encourage airports to do more to reduce single-use plastics offered to passengers. They have created a wash bag with a carefully considered layout that incorporates a reusable and detachable TSA approved clear liquid bag.   Built to match the needs of the modern traveller, the OneNine5 wash bag is an upgrade to the outdated wash bags widely available and is constructed full of clever features. Designed in Shoreditch, London – the bag has been made using a recyclable water resistant outer, whilst the lining is manufactured from a 100% recycled plastic lining.   Inside, you’ll find a reusable and detachable clear liquid bag with easy release magnets to speed up the airport security process and avoid the need for single-use plastic liquid bags at airports. With seven separate compartments to maximise space, the wash bag also includes a zip-away hanging hook, a separate toothbrush holder, and a hidden waterproof compartment for valuables.   Giving equal consideration to the packaging – the product sleeve and shipping box are both made from 100% recycled paper, whilst the product wrapping uses 100% biodegradable plastic. As 63% of global packaging was made from plastic in 2017**, it’s a small but crucial contribution to help reduce that number.   Alex Stewart, Co-founder of OneNine5 explains: “’The ‘Attenborough Effect’ has had a hugely positive impact on reducing single-use plastic bags in the Retail industry, but the same concern for single-use plastics hasn’t been prioritised in UK airports. Whilst we accept that security is paramount, passengers are still encouraged to grab single-use plastic bags while passing through airport security. The threat of plastic to our planet is unequivocal, yet established brands and airports persist in their failure to recognise consumers’ concerns and help them confront the plastic crisis.”   With three bold unisex colours and a contemporary design, OneNine5 has created a wash bag that’s stylish, practical and helping the modern traveller combat the war on single-use plastic. Partnering with Terracycle & reGAIN App, the company has created an industry first for luggage brands by offering UK customers a free-of-charge scheme to recycle or reuse the materials from their well-used OneNine5 wash bags.   OneNine5 has a clear mission to reduce single-use plastic at airports and create more environmentally sustainable luggage for consumers. This is just step one, “With 195 countries on the planet waiting to be explored, we want our customers to be able to explore these in style and minimise their environmental impact along the way.” says Alex Stewart, Co-founder of OneNine5. “Existing luggage and fashion brands aren’t doing enough to combat this fast-fashion culture and it’s concerning. 90% of Millennials prefer to buy from brands that have environmentally sustainable practices*** so beyond the wash bag we’ve got big plans to design more eco-conscious products that make modern travel, hassle-free.”   OneNine5 wash bags are available in three unisex colours; Havelock Blue, Komodo Pink and Moeraki Grey. They are available to buy at www.onenine5.com and Amazon UK now.   * Civil Aviation Authority, Airport Data 2018, March 22 2018 ** Euromonitor International, Ethical Living: Plastic – Lose It or Re-Use It?, March 2018 *** Nuveen, Third Annual Responsible Investing Survey