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The term zero waste has been on the upward trend for a while now, but it’s one that we hope will stick around for the long haul. When…

If there’s maybe one positive or silver lining from the world’s post-2020—it’s that it has given us all a few…

More than one billion people in 192 countries participate in Earth Day activities each  year, making it the largest civic observance in…

If you thought the reality of channeling your alter ego of an eco warrior meets sexy seductress was just a pipe dream—think again.…

Here at Urban List, we're passionate about putting our best foot forward, dedicated to being as conscious as possible when it comes to…

We’ve put together a list of the best vegan documentaries that will have even the most committed carnivore a little shook. Take the…

Fashion isn’t known for its green credentials. It’s an industry largely driven by hype, trends, and, in the case of fast…

When it comes to leading an environmentally conscious life, it’s safe to say that many of us are stepping up our green game. From…

Imagine an app where Earth Hour and Ice Bucket Challenges happen every single day. Think—an app that gamifies your good samaritan…

No matter how or where you practice, yoga is good for the mind, body and soul, but what if we told you it could do good for the Earth too?…

Each year, countries all around the world unite together for Earth Hour, one of the largest global movements where millions of people pledge…

In case you missed it, the Australian Government has just kicked off its first ever National Plastics Plan. It’s basically a…

So you want to live a greener life but don’t know where to start? Since we’re all on our phones anyways, why not add more…

When it comes to leading a greener, environmentally-conscious life, it’s safe to say many of us are stepping up our game. Whether…

We know everyone is busy running their own race, especially after the rollercoaster of 2020—we’re still playing catch up. But if…

From social justice efforts to climate change rallies, the world is rife with individuals and communities challenging the status quo. And…

Clean Up Australia Day is Sunday 7 March and it’s more important than ever that we all get involved. Among the regular garbage we…

While cleaning isn’t everyone’s favourite task, it’s a necessary part of life, especially these days. By now we’re…

There are some pairings that are just total matches made in heaven. The Duke of Hastings and Daphne Bridgerton, chocolate and strawberries,…

It’s safe to say that 2020 became the year of mass purchasing, whether it was hand sanitizer, face masks or just regular old cleaning…

Here’s the deal. Bras, while supportive, aren’t the most environmentally textiles out there, they’re like the plastic…

Aside from face masks and toilet paper (we’re still shaking our heads at that one), hand sanitiser was easily one of the most popular…

While we love to spoil our lovers on Valentine’s Day, gifting shouldn't have to come at the cost of the planet. Whether you're…

We’ve all been there before. You’re tearing through your stash of swimmers only to find that none of them makes you feel like…

If one of your new year’s resolutions was to live a greener life, but you've been struggling a little, no…

What happens when you pair a Sydney dining favourite with gourmet ice cream heavyweights Connoisseur? Well, that’s when the magic…

Here at Urban List, climate change and sustainability are always high on the agenda — as they are across the globe—but with all…

What happens when you pair a Melbourne dining favourite with gourmet ice cream heavyweights Connoisseur? Well, that’s when the…

Hands down, summer has got to be our favourite time of year. It’s the season that’s synonymous with beach hangs, road trips,…

It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but Christmas is also one of the most wasteful, unsustainable and polluting calendar events.…

If there’s one thing we all need, no matter the time of the year, it’s a fully stocked drinks cabinet. Instead of opting for…

Summer is well and truly upon us, which means just about every second of spare time is being spent at the beach. While we’ve made a…

For most of us, 2020 has brought more tears than thrills, so it would be easy to just write-off the holiday season and concentrate on…

Summer is here and that means only one thing—it’s the official season of finding the nearest body of water and plonking yourself…

When it comes to sustainable fashion, we’re all about giving credit where credit is due, and Aussie sunglasses brand Szade is straight…

Summer is for entertaining, but who wants to be stuck in the kitchen prepping when you could be outside enjoying a balmy evening with your…

As coronavirus restrictions finally begin to ease, it’s time to ditch the sweats and get back into our old routines. But let’s…

So you’ve swapped out your shampoo bottles for shampoo bars, given your plastic toothbrush the flick in favour of a bamboo one and…

For a generation that lives for trends, limited edition, and instant gratification, it should come as no surprise that we millennials are…

Spoiler alert—making sustainable switches in your every day life is actually an easy feat. From your skincare to the clothes you wear,…

There’s no denying that a plant-based and sustainable lifestyle is reaching new and lofty heights. We adore our KeepCups,…

Some documentaries really take their place in the world and EQUAL, a groundbreaking, new docuseries is one everyone needs to watch. The…

If 2020’s taught us anything it’s that we all need to tread lighter on our planet—small actions taken individually can…

We all want to do our best for the environment. But with the endless amount of news and tips being thrown our way it can be…

It’s not news that conventional toothbrushes are the worst; they’re made of different types of plastics that cannot be recycled,…

There are plenty of ways to live a greener, more eco-conscious lifestyle. Ditching single-use plastic helps, as does eating less or no meat,…

If you’ve looked down recently, you’ve probably noticed that we’re living in an era of "sneakerdom". Reliance, dependence…

Let’s take a moment to think about your bank account. Chances are, you haven’t given a great deal of thought about how you bank,…

Most Australians have bank accounts, and collectively, it’s safe to say it adds up to a helluva lot of money. The difficult truth,…

No doubt you’ve heard a thing or two about “bamboo underwear”, especially relating to how it’s the more eco-friendly…

When it comes to reducing your impact on the environment, one of the first places you can look at giving a sustainable overhaul is your…

From keep cups to hemp clothing and clean beauty products, we’re all about choosing earth-friendly options here at Urban List. …

A green getaway is more than just a fun alliteration—it’s the way we should all be travelling going forward. We’re talking…

As much as we love to travel, we all need to do our bit to help reduce our footprint, be that here at home or on your next overseas…

With more than eight million tonnes of plastics entering our oceans each year, there has never been a more important time to consider how…

It's 2020 and here's what we know for sure—plastic of any kind is seriously bad for the environment. And yet shamefully,…

We’ve ditched single use coffee cups, switched to stainless steel straws and now we’re turning our attention to our wardrobes.…

We’ll spare you any talk of the age-old “smash avocado” saga but to get you up to speed, this year’s Federal Budget…

You’ve probably heard the words ‘Castile soap’ thrown around before, and you’re most likely vaguely aware that…

No matter where you are on your journey to living more sustainably, talking about that old “P-word” is always a good idea. Minds…

With the weather getting warmer, we love to kick-start our day with a nourishing smoothie. But not all protein powders are created equal,…

Sometimes the wholesome dream of harvesting fresh produce straight from your sun-drenched windowsill can be just that because guess what,…

Let’s get straight down to it. Depop has totally blown up in the last few years—the hyped resale platform came into the world…

Like the perfect pair of jeans, the ever-reliable white sneaker never truly leaves your wardrobe rotation. But among a sea of white…

Here at Urban List, we’re all about shouting out businesses that have the environment front and centre. Which is why we’re…

We cannot lie, we love ourselves a good G&T on a Friday afternoon. And with so many new distilleries popping up all over Australia,…

I know, I know—this has been the year we all fully embraced loungewear. Office outfits, be gone. Bodycon? That's a nope from…

To me, spring has never felt more welcome than it has this year. While staying at home for the best part of winter meant I didn't really…

If canoeing, kayaking, or lakeside camping is on your agenda this season—you'll want to pay attention to the latest drop from…

As well as banging out epic beats on the regular, Aussie creative queen DJ Tigerlily is a true wellness enthusiast, always on the hunt for…

There’s not a lot you can’t love about Dwight Schrute. His confidence meets semi-clueless personality can only be endearing at…

There are some resorts in the world that just truly take your breath away, and Manshausen Island Resort does just that. The eco-friendly…

Start salivating because the sweet lords at Ben & Jerry’s have just released a new Australia-only flavour and it’s so much…

Most of us are looking for ways to reduce our footprint, and simple changes in the home can make all the difference at the end of the day.…

If you’re still at a loss of what to do with your lockdown look, we have you covered. This August, an incredible climate initiative is…

With an estimated 45 million tonnes of clothing incinerated or buried in landfill each year, many of us are ditching our fast fashion habits…

New Zealand-born sustainable sneaker brand Allbirds has just revealed a new partnership with Chinatown Market (CTM)—the LA-based label…

It warms our hearts to see so many clothing brands taking a stronger stance on sustainability and their contribution to carbon emissions in…

We realise the initial phrasing of “moon gardening” might conjure up some pretty fantastical imagery. Because yes—we also…

At Urban List, we strongly believe in working together to make small, sustainable changes towards a greener, more socially conscious planet.…

If there’s one thing we desperately missed during lockdown, it was a trip to our favourite local coffee shop for our morning cuppa.…

While we might be nearing the end of Plastic-Free July already (how?), that doesn’t mean you should take your foot off the break…

A little like natural wine, “clean beauty” is a fairly loosely defined. Very basically, it refers to beauty brands who have…

Post-lockdown, it’s safe to say most of Australia’s population would list ‘hiking’ as one of their hobbies. And as…

This year, you’ll want to fuel your soul with a number of juicy reads guaranteed to challenge the way you think. Through a broad…

If your idea of e-bikes is still Gran and Gramps hooning around on chunky, Frankenstein-ed monstrosities, it may be time for a little 2020…

As far as sustainable fashion goes, activewear seems to be the category most regularly pushing boundaries in the quest for earth-friendly…

If you, like us, dread the Sunday night pilgrimage to the supermarket to get your week’s worth of groceries then rejoice because you…

Plastic-free July is all about making simple swaps that’ll hopefully turn into lifelong habits. 2020 has definitely thrown us a…

In case you missed it, natural wine is the new buzz word when it comes to choosing your next tipple. But what the hell is that exactly?…

Coffee is the currency of the 21st century and we’re no stranger to the promises of new and wonderful ways we can get our daily…

Who knew that in 2020, toilet paper would ascend from humble triple-ply bathroom material to the international symbol of a…

There’s no denying Melbourne’s brunch culture is well known and respected throughout Australia and the world. Boasting an…

In Australia, around six tonnes of clothing end up in landfill every 10 minutes, which is an alarming figure to say the least.…

Given the shift beauty brands have been making towards sustainable packaging, ethical production and carbon-neutral products, it’s no…