Zero Waste for Families

A Practical Guide

Fredrika Syren, James Harker

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English

Bbl Publishing
17 May 2022

Industrial: Commercial Art & Design; Self-sufficiency; Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts; Home & house maintenance

Small Changes. Big Impact.

Climate change and sustainability are part of every choice we make every day; we know we need to be environmentally responsible, but how?

Raising three active kids, Fredrika Syren and her family made a commitment to go Zero Waste over 10 years ago when faced with this same question. Shifting their habits gradually to live mindfully in the environment, they made small-scale changes to do their part for climate change.

From removing the household trash can to composting everything and growing their own food, the adventures of teaching their children how to live a greener lifestyle in an ordinary San Diego suburb yields the practical guidebook that became Zero Waste for Families. Syren shares their steps - and missteps - to guide families from low waste to zero waste with small changes, tips and tricks that add up to a BIG positive impact on the planet.

Top features include:

Over 150 pages of practical tips for beginners and advanced zero-wasters Tried-and-true DIY recipes for healthy sustainable meals, eco-friendly beauty, and a less-waste, healthy home How to travel zero waste and reduce your carbon footprint How to grow your own food and compost everything - even in the city! Tips for reducing waste with babies and and children, including crafts, toys and school supplies How this family saved $18,000 a year going zero waste

By: Fredrika Syren, James Harker
Imprint: Bbl Publishing
Edition: 2nd ed.
Dimensions: Height: 226mm, Width: 150mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 340g
ISBN: 9798985466003
Pages: 150
Publication Date: 17 May 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Fredrika Syren is an environmental activist and writer. In 2011, she founded the website green-mom.com where she shared her family's journey of living zero waste. Originally from Sweden, she lives in San Diego, California with her husband James and their children Bella, Noah, and Liam. Fredrika and her family are featured in the documentary Zero Time to Waste. James Harker and Fredrika Syren and their family are environmental activists and have lived a Zero Waste lifestyle for more than 10 years.

Reviews for Zero Waste for Families: A Practical Guide

"Readers of The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide by Jen Gale and Green Living Made Easy by Nancy Birtwhistle will find new tips and ideas - but the same loving kindness and gentle guidance - in Zero Waste for Families ""A must read for anyone wanting to have a positive impact on our planet and learn zero waste!"" - Anisa Maruschak, Founder of The Circular Consumer ""This simple guide demystifies the term ""zero waste"" and gives you a roadmap to live a healthier, more conscientious life. The cost savings are an added bonus!"" - Jessica Waite, CEO & Co-Founder, The Plot, a plant-based restaurant for the benefit of the planet; President Berry Good Food Foundation ""Fredrika nails it with fun, wit and gentle guidance that inspires the reader to be the change we want to see in the world!"" - Susan Sullivan, Eco-Realtor, Spiritual Columnist, Grandmother of eight ""Zero Waste for Families not only laid out the sustainability journey in simple terms, but also emphasized the importance of focusing on the journey and not the destination. This was very helpful in not making me feel overwhelmed. I really liked the chapter on ""Zero-waste and raising eco-minded kids"" because children are the future! Great read!"" - Shane Coopersmith, @Sustainable.Shane"