World Threads Traveler, run by Cait Bagby, is an online resource inspiring consumers to make more conscious and sustainable decisions with an emphasis on alternatives to the mainstream fast fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and travel industries while also providing educational tools to help raise awareness on the climate crisis.

Breaking Down Climate Denialism: Old vs. New

Climate denialism has evolved from outright rejection to undermining climate solutions. Explore the shift from old denialism to new denialism, how misinformation spreads through social media, and what you can do to stay informed. Let’s break down these tactics and learn how to fight back against disinformation.

The Hidden Benefits of Connecting with Nature

There are numerous benefits to connecting with nature including our physical and mental health, as well as for our overall well-being. However, despite the many benefits of spending time in nature, many people struggle to access outdoor spaces and opportunities to connect with the natural world. Let’s dive into the benefits of connecting with nature, the issues with access that some people face, and ways to make it easier to connect with the natural world.

Low Cost, Low Waste Valentine’s Day Ideas

Discover low waste Valentine’s Day ideas to celebrate your love without harming the environment or your wallet. From homemade dinners to love letters and home spa days, these sustainable options are both cost-effective and eco-friendly.

Environmental Impact of PPE is Mounting. What Can Be Done About It?

Take a walk outside and you’re likely to see masks, gloves, or disposable sanitary wipes scattered about the ground. What began as a sign of due diligence to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 is now causing concern among many about the mounting environmental impact of PPE (personal protective equipment). 

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Breaking Down the ESG Umbrella with Economist Rocco Ciciretti

When it comes to sustainable investing and understanding the future of corporate reporting many of us are understandably lost. Environmental, Social & Governance ratings are a relatively new phenomenon and as Dr. Rocco Ciciretti points out there’s still a lot to learn for consumers, investors, and for the corporations themselves. I had the great pleasure of having Dr. Rocco Ciciretti as an economics professor years ago so when I started to delve into this topic I reach out to gain a better understanding.

Behind the Label: Boston Bag Company

Timeless, classic, and elegant. Boston Bag Company is doing it right.

Intrinsic Bonds: An Interview with Renli Su

“[I want to create] garments that retain physical traces of their past in order to form an intrinsic bond with the weaver”

-Renli Su

An Instant Connection: Interview with Veronika Vimpelova

“Tradition is a guide and not a jailer.”
― W. Somerset Maugham