Aware of hidden agendas, people no longer believe in the possibility of absolute truth or complete transparency from institutions, public figures, and individuals. Yet they are still drawn to honesty, integrity, and – at times – even vulnerability, which they expect from peers and brands alike.

Conversations about sustainability are no longer enough. As it becomes all but certain that global heating will increase beyond the 1.5°C of the Paris Agreement, the effects of climate change are already a reality for many communities worldwide. People are not only sensing the urgency of the matter but are re...

A survey has revealed a knowledge gap in perceptions around clothing and recycling among the majority of Americans. With people overestimating the degree to which textiles are recycled, there is a need to close this divide so that those with green intentions can make informed decisions.

Research has managed to turn end-of-life plastics into food, taking steps towards solving both the problem of ocean plastic pollution and sustainable food production. Environmental concerns are shaping people’s food choices in a significant way and plastics may be an emerging eco food.

As Americans’ dependence on bottled water continues, more people are questioning the conditions that fuel sales and the environmental implications of so much single-use plastic. If water flows at the turn of a handle in most homes in the US, why is bottled H2O so widely consumed?

Climate anxieties are changing purchasing habits across sectors, as evidenced by a growing focus on textile waste among some fashionistas, who are exploring how they can limit their impact on the environment. Canvas8 spoke to eight Britons to discover what they value when buying new clothes.