A bill against greenwashing.
“For a conscious future”, “Green Cruising”, “Dolphin-friendly tuna fishing “*… The list of greenwashing slogans is long and very creative. In order to bring more transparency and verifiability into advertising, the EU commission proposed a new law at the beginning of this year. We have the facts for you.
Let’s talk about money.
Strategic consumption, organic coffee, separating waste, using public transportation, eating less meat, taking cold showers – each and every one of us can do something about the climate crisis and make the world a little better. But is that all? Don’t we have a bigger lever with which we can achieve even more? We do: Money. Money makes the world go round, they say. And it’s true. Unfortunately.
So why don’t we use our money, our small or large bank account, to make an impact? Because the financial world is so terribly complicated? The risks are great, the greenwashing, too? And: “What difference can I really make with a few dollars?” All true. And then again, not. We’re starting a little series here that will give you an – at least rough – insight into the world of green, sustainable money while you’re having your morning coffee.
Refining coffee with syrup, salt, spices…
The top 5 coffee additives, toppings, and other flavor additions. Actually, it’s weird that something as concise as coffee is “refined” in all sorts of taste-changing directions. Some sprinkle salt into it, dump caramel syrup or lemon into the cup, pimp it with alcohol – not necessarily something for baristas and purists. But who says that that’s not delicious? The result doesn’t have quite as much to do with “coffee” anymore, but hey…. So here are our top 5 coffee additives.
Without coffee without me? Let’s talk about employee retention.
Finding really good people – committed, interested, responsible – is an art. Retaining them and binding them to a company is definitely another. In this article you can find out how (really good) coffee can help.
Time for DIY cappuccino popsicles
We are kicking off summer time with an incredible recipe for homemade ice cream. You do not need an ice cream maker and it will definitely bring back memories of afternoons at the pool and open-air festivals…
The fully automatic coffee machine – only for lazy people?
Isn’t this wonderful? You simply push a button – and there comes your cappuccino, espresso, latte, or café au lait. Sounds perfect. And for many it is. The so-called fully automatic coffee machine is very popular – also in private households. But is it really this great? We have put together the advantages and disadvantages of automatic coffee machines. A short guide for coffee aficionados to help with the decision making.
You do not need a green thumb if you have used coffee grounds!
If you are not new on our blog, then you know, that we like to provide some life hacks that involve used coffee grounds. And because we are in the middle of gardening season, we have some simple and practicable tips for you on how used coffee grounds can help boost the growth in your garden.
Toss it away?
It cannot be said, written, or explained often enough: Food waste is one of the reasons for the climate crisis. And thus, a major lever to change things. It’s quite simple.
Coffee and sports – how does that go together?
Cappuccino, espresso, drip coffee, flat white – that is pure indulgence (at least for us). But coffee is also a winner for athletes. The crazy story about “il campionissimo” Fausto Coppi, the professional cycling legend, supports that assumption. And some current studies prove it. Curious?
Press it! Or why tamping is so important.
Tamping … what? Tamping is technical barista jargon and refers to the process of compacting the ground coffee in the portafilter when making an espresso. In this barista tip we explain why tamping is so important.
