Category Archives: CONSUMO RESPONSABLE
By: Mario Briceño The concept of "Sustainable Development" was first used in 1987, in the United Nations report "Our Common Future." That report defines sustainability as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising those of future generations." In this sense, the Hopi Indians (like […]
Adapted from a Chilean Government instruction, we share these concrete actions and measures for every public and private entity to incorporate into their savings plans. Turn off lights on facades and decorations, as long as it doesn't compromise safety. Adjust work schedules by making better use of […]
sea horse, RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION, endangered species, ecuador sea, sailors, ocean equator, oceans, responsible tourism
The enigmatic and endangered world of seahorses
Of all the strange creatures that inhabit our oceans, seahorses (Hippocampus ingens) are one of the most mysterious and unique. This tiny species is one of the few fish that swims upright, wrapping its curly tail around plants to help it fight the current. Furthermore, instead of […]
CONSERVATION, RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION, DESTINATIONS. ECOTOURISM, ocean equator, oceans, snorkeling, responsible tourism
Responsible Snorkeling Guide in coral areas.
Coral reefs are among the world's most spectacular ecosystems, and snorkeling is a great way to explore them. As coral reefs face an increasingly uncertain future, snorkelers and other coral reef visitors can play a vital role in protecting these fragile ecosystems.
On the Way to the "Best Place in the Jungle" Lili, an environmental activist from Guayaquil, participated in the Intercultural Meeting of the Cofán People that took place a few days ago in the community of Dureno (Sucumbíos, Ecuador). Now she tells us about her experience: I undertook this journey after overcoming many obstacles. I live in Guayaquil and I realized how tied I am to […]
From extraction to sale, use, and disposal, everything in our lives affects communities and the environment, yet most of it is hidden. In 20 minutes, The Story of Stuff describes the hidden side of our production and consumption patterns, in a […]
The following Basic Guide to Responsible Consumption aims to show readers 10 easy-to-follow ideas in our daily lives so that together we can be part of a shift in consciousness regarding our role in this historic moment in which our actions have deteriorated like never before […]
10 companies that are "leaders" in sales of their consumer products are not leaders in respect and clarity of information for their consumers. The following list refers to these 10 companies that are present in most of our homes but that manipulate, deceive, and hide information that we, as the purchasing public, […]
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