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...

Navigating reality has become an almost constant shock to the system. With the ongoing cost of living crisis, wars, political polarisation, and global environmental issues, life’s stresses are becoming increasingly difficult to escape. With individuals and collectives in a perpetual state of disturbance, peop...

As the new post-pandemic normal settles in and people adapt to a context of uncertainty, constant adversities, and pessimism, we are moving away from a moment in which consumers expected brands to rise up to society's challenges and into one when they’re demanding genuine allyship from businesses.

While they may want to select eco-friendly options, it can be difficult for people to prioritise sustainability when travelling amid rising costs and shrinking budgets. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Ivan Paunovic to find out how these anxieties are impacting holiday decisions and what this means for brands.

Australia is already feeling the effects of climate change, but a lacklustre public transport infrastructure has created a culture of flying, which is being further fuelled by post-pandemic ‘revenge travel’. How are Aussies satisfying their wanderlust amid mounting environmental pressures?

Data has shown that while US travelers say they care about environmentally-friendly vacations, few are making the changes to suit their values. The findings suggest that people lack information and inspiration about sustainable holidays that don’t compromise on budget or escapism.

While the pandemic is firmly in the rearview mirror, its longstanding impact has brought about a culture of more intentional travel. The Spotted By Locals app empowers holidaymakers to provide peer-to-peer reviews and opt out of the commercialised experiences offered to them by travel agencies.