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Do you inhale microplastics from that synthetic ‘fluffy’ jumper?

13 July 2026

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You’re in a charity shop and you find a great jumper. A synthetic one, though. But oh, what a lovely colour. And it’s much more…

Nail polish remover: there's more to it than meets the nose

6 July 2026

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As soon as you remove your nail polish, you're reminded of its smell. That acrid, chemical fume that permeates your house in no time. There's a good chance that…

Reader question: Why are only empty packages allowed in PMD?

2 July 2026

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‘Huh? Do you mean only empty packaging can go in the PMD?’ This was one of the comments we often saw after we shared a video...

Always organic or prevent food waste?

26 June 2026

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We received an interesting comment following one of our videos. Saskia saved eggs that were going to be wasted, but then received comments from…

Now you know this, you'll never wear hotel slippers again!

17 June 2026

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At thegreenlist.nl, we love travelling, and yes, even when we’re living out of a suitcase, we look for ways to do so in a more environmentally conscious way…

Eco-friendly oral care: it's different than you think

14 June 2026

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Who wouldn't want a radiant smile? A healthy and strong set of teeth is worth its weight in gold. It prevents a lot of hassle, from cavities…

Why you're hearing more and more about wooden homes

12 June 2026

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Wooden homes are on a considerable rise. You suddenly see them everywhere! On Pinterest, in home renovation shows, and increasingly often in Dutch new-build estates too...

Second-hand fast fashion: yay or nay?

12 June 2026

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We received an interesting reader question: is second-hand fast fashion okay or a definite no-go? We understand that question all too well. Because…

Synthetic clothing and microplastics: what to do with them?

1 June 2026

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With our garments made of synthetic materials - and there are quite a few of them - we spread microplastics. Here's the thing: if you buy clothes made of...

Flea treatments for pets also end up in nature (and that's bad news)

29 May 2026

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We have already written extensively about dog poo. That it's rude to leave it, but also forbidden and bad for nature because of…

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