Stories from the ocean
Notes on sustainable living, the materials we use, the places we love, and the work of cleaning up the oceans.
Oct 5, 2023
Props to P&G for Going Plastic-Free
The more we can avoid products in single use plastic in the products we buy, the less plastic ends up in the environment. Buying responsibly…
Sep 3, 2023
Ocean Cleanup Without Robbing Peter
Ask any engineer and they will lament the paradox of fixing a problem here only to have a consequential something break over there. When I…
Aug 2, 2023
NEWS: States Banning Single-Use Plastic
The planet is drowning in single-use plastic. Learn more about the problem and how you can join us on our mission for a plastic-free future.
Jul 1, 2023
The Way to Single-Use Plastic Reduction
When we run out of something, another one shows up the next day with the push of a virtual button. That's the magic of Amazon and I love it.…
May 30, 2023
Is Organic Cotton Really Better? Spoiler: Maybe... Sorta...
If you’re looking for high-quality, eco-friendly and sustainable cotton products, you may have wondered whether organic cotton is really bet…
Apr 28, 2023
How to Use Less Plastic This Holiday Season
It’s easy to tick the boxes of conscientious living when you’re in your normal routine. It’s rare to forget your reusable bags or ask for a…
Mar 27, 2023
How to Use Less Plastic at the Grocery Store
A single trip to the grocery store can result in mounds of harmful plastic. Many of us are growing aware of the devastating consequences pla…
Feb 23, 2023
How to Tell if a Company is Really Green
Is it green, or is it greenwashed? The distinction can be murky, but it’s a critically important one for consumers to understand as they mak…
Jan 22, 2023
How to Spot Greenwashing: a Primer on Product Labeling
If you’re wondering how to tell the difference between legitimate eco-friendly products and hypocritical companies with false claims, here’s…
Dec 21, 2022
How to Go Plastic Free with Your Cleaning
This article is part of a series of super easy ways to reduce your single use plastic consumption while reaping a whole bunch of other benef…
Nov 19, 2022
How to Fix Loose Knots on Fringe Towels
Hand-tied fringes can add a gorgeous level of detail to a towel. Here at FiveADRIFT, we believe the details matter. That’s why our sustainab…
Nov 13, 2022
20 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day 2022
This Earth Day is the 52nd anniversary of the very first Earth Day, and while the people of the world have continuously come together to try…