Imagine getting paid to recycle. Sounds like a dream, right? At first glance, the government’s deposit return scheme for England and Northern Ireland may seem right up every Refilla’s alley. If we take a closer look at the plan (especially compared to the scheme in Scotland), could the government...

AN IMPACT INTRO Homethings was born when we realised that household cleaning sprays contain up to 95% water, packaged in single-use plastic.  The Home Care industry is a behemoth, shipping over 800,000 million gallons of water every year according to Proctor & Gamble. That's billions of plast...

It’s officially Spring Clean season – the perfect time to take a look at the space around you, as well as your routine, and see if there are any areas that need a little freshen up. Seeing as it’s also B Corp Month (this time of year really is like Christmas for us here at Homething HQ) we though...

Introducing: Verra. Verra is a non-profit currently running something called the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program. They also happen to be in our greenwashing-bad-books at the moment. Let’s dish the dirt. The VCS Program is a scheme that helps companies to offset their carbon emissions. A c...

‘Tis officially the season. Christmas is just around the corner and we’re all starting to get ready for the big day. Although it really is the most wonderful day of the year (in my opinion at least), it could be made even more wonderful… by making it just a little bit more sustainable. THE VIBES...

We all want to keep our furry friends safe and healthy both inside and outside the home. But when it’s time for a cleanup, pet-safe + eco-friendly solutions can be hard to find. Never fear: we've got some tips to help make your pet-safe clean up more planet positive! Keep reading to learn how to ...