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Did you know that over 70% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions can be traced back to only 100 companies? Among this 100 are various oil, gas, energy, and coal producers from all around the world, but there’s one thing they all have in common: they are destroying the planet for profit and have no intentions of citizens consuming less.

Thankfully, there are many people who want to fight back against greedy capitalist corporations and urge others to make more conscious decisions about what they buy and use. One place where these like-minded individuals tend to gather is the Anticonsumption subreddit. We’ve gone through the group, and found some of the most insightful and eye-opening posts that might make you reconsider your next fast fashion purchase or inspire you to start biking to work. Be sure to upvote the posts that you agree with the most, and then let us know in the comments below how you aim to reduce, reuse, and recycle more. Keep reading to also find an interview with author and environmental activist Colin Beavan. Then if you’re looking for even more anticonsumption inspiration, you can check out Bored Panda’s last post on this same subreddit right here.

#1

Remember Kids, “Vegan Wool” Is Plastic. And When It Breaks, It’s Decomposition Will Not Be Friendly

Remember Kids, “Vegan Wool” Is Plastic. And When It Breaks, It’s Decomposition Will Not Be Friendly

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It is unreasonable to expect everyone to drop everything and go zero-waste overnight. First of all, most societies are just not set up to support that kind of lifestyle. Even purchasing necessities at the supermarket requires some plastic, paper, glass and/or cardboard consumption. Also, many people are not taught to have a mindset of minimalism. Capitalism actually preaches the opposite. Consume consume consume. Bigger is better, and the more the merrier. Whether that be pairs of shoes, cars, how much food we eat, how large our homes are, how long our showers are, or how green our grass is, capitalism encourages extremes. 

But who is really benefiting from that kind of lifestyle? Is buying the newest iPhone actually making you happier? Or is it causing you stress to think about how tight your budget will be now thanks to monthly payments on that small electronic device? And does having a huge home mean anything if you have to work 60 hours a week to be able to afford it? Groups like Anticonsumption challenge individuals to rethink what they have been taught and make conscious decisions that will actually benefit their lives and the planet.  

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#2

Us Law Needs To Be Amended

Us Law Needs To Be Amended

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s a proven fact they don’t care about the babies’ and parents’ lives, just control

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#3

Can We Agree That Libraries Are Underrated And Not Appreciated Enough In This Consumerist Society?

Can We Agree That Libraries Are Underrated And Not Appreciated Enough In This Consumerist Society?

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The Anticonsumption subreddit was created on September 25, 2009, and has amassed over 420k members since then. The group’s description simply states, “Consumerism Kills", and their rules explain that the group is “primarily for criticizing, questioning, and discussing consumerism and current consumption standards”. Common topics discussed among members include consumerism, planned obsolescence, economic materialism, inefficiency, marketing, advertising and branding, sustainability, exploitation, conspicuous consumption, social harm and intellectual property. 

As you’ll see throughout this list, there are plenty of sneaky ways corporation try to persuade consumers into buying more and plenty of ideas the average person never stops to question. For example, why do people want mowed lawns with bright green grass when the weeds and wildflowers that naturally grow are actually beautiful? There’s no need to waste water and spend electricity and fuel on a lawnmower when you can just allow nature to take its course. Yet the expectation in many places is to have a perfectly manicured lawn, so residents continue to follow the trend. 

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#4

The Covid Lockdown Exposed Consumerism

The Covid Lockdown Exposed Consumerism

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

#4- Most people (in the USA, at least), value their pretend freedom over the health and lives of others.

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We reached out to environmental activist and author of No Impact Man and How to Be Alive, Colin Beavan, to hear from an expert why we should all care about consuming less. "Some things we buy, and they support our happiness. Experiences are that way. Vacations. Meals with family and friends. Some things we buy because we get a short hit of happiness from buying them," Colin explained. "But if buying these things runs up our debt or keeps us in a job we don't like, then consumption actually undermines our happiness. That is not so good. Using resources can harm the habitat we depend on. It is silly to use them unmindfully. Consume in ways that are actually good for you and your world."

We also asked Colin how his No Impact project (where he spent a year while living in New York City attempting to live as environmentally conscious as possible in terms of waste production, energy usage, etc. and detailed the experience in this book) affected his mindset about how much is needed to have a comfortable life. "Since then, I've come to think that our environmental problem is also a spiritual problem. We constantly imagine that we have to change the world in order to feel happy. Thus, we do things knowing they will harm the world because we are scared of sacrificing our happiness," he explained. "But that's a mistake. Happiness comes from developing the wisdom to understand our true relationship to the world. Then what makes us happy is helping."

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Lastly, we asked Colin what his top tips are for anyone who wants to begin the journey of reducing their impact on the planet but just doesn't know where to start. "Find the change that helps you," he said. "If your diet needs a reboot, become vegetarian. If your social life needs help, join an environmental action community. If you care about other social causes, find a community that marries those causes with environmentalism. If you need to save money, learn to buy used."

If you'd like to hear more wisdom for Colin or check out his books, you can find his website right here.

#7

I Saw This And Thought It Was A Good Idea! What Do You Think?

I Saw This And Thought It Was A Good Idea! What Do You Think?

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The idea of being “anticonsumption” might seem daunting at first because you might not even know where to begin. Once you start thinking about reducing your waste and energy usage, everything will stand out to you. Why is produce wrapped in plastic at the store? How many miles are you driving each week that you could easily bike instead? How much air conditioning are you blasting through your entire home each summer? If you agree with the mindset of anticonsumption, start taking small steps to reduce your carbon footprint.

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You can start with buying less in general. The next time you see an ad for a kitchen gadget you swear you need or you feel the temptation to purchase a small novelty item, don’t just throw it into your shopping cart. Really consider how valuable the item is. Do you need it? How often will you use it? Will it improve your life? Will it actually make you happier? The first step to reducing your consumption is being mindful about what you purchase and what you are supporting by giving that company your money. If you can imagine an item ending up in the trash or shoved in the back of your closet within the next few months, maybe it isn’t worth it.

#8

Free Vegetable Leaves For Pets In My Local Supermarket‘S Produce Section

Free Vegetable Leaves For Pets In My Local Supermarket‘S Produce Section

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#9

Someone On My Street Said “No” To Big, Wasteful Lawns

Someone On My Street Said “No” To Big, Wasteful Lawns

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty common in my area. First thing we did was tear out or lawn when we moved in and planted all natives. Local council has started a system of free native plants to plant out your old lawn, glad times are changing.

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When you really do need to purchase something, don’t just hop on Amazon or run to the nearest retail store. Think outside the box. Most things can be purchased second hand at a local thrift store or through online resources like Facebook marketplace. By shopping this way, you are likely to spend much less and you are not contributing to a huge corporation’s demand for products. We are told through countless advertisements and corporations that getting what we want as fast and as simply as possible is the best way to live, but that is exactly what is killing our planet. Remember that there are alternatives to purchasing something brand new, and although it might take a bit more effort than spending 5 minutes searching online, it will likely save you money and require less resources in the long run. 

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#10

Who's The Thief?

Who's The Thief?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I knew we are fishing the oceans to extinction but once I drove past harbour and saw a crate lifting fishing net full of fish. The volume of the net was like a house. I don’t know how many tons of fish but seeing it made me cry. I was driving and crying and will never forget that image.

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#11

This Sign-Holder At A Toronto Protest Might Have A Point

This Sign-Holder At A Toronto Protest Might Have A Point

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It is also important to be conscious of the quality of things we purchase. Opting to buy a cheap plastic product when there are more sustainable alternatives is not always the best choice. Think about where that object comes from and where it will end up. Will it even last one year? If you can manage to spend a little more at the time of purchase, items that are built to last are always worth it. It will be less hassle for you when you don’t have to worry about buying a new toothbrush every few months, and you will be creating less waste. The same goes for clothing as well. Fast fashion is extremely wasteful, so when you can afford to buy clothing made from well-made materials and fabrics, you are investing in that item for years to come. Birkenstocks and Doc Martens seem expensive until you have been wearing the same pair for 10 years and they are still going strong. Weigh the pros and cons of all of your purchases.

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#13

The American Dream

The American Dream

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#14

How Can People Still Be Proud Of This Country?

How Can People Still Be Proud Of This Country?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The pride and patriotism in the US just astounds me when those of us in Europe are horrified by the way the entire country is run.

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#15

We Need A Different Economy

We Need A Different Economy

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know who needs to hear this but PLEASE stop buying a brand new phone every year. It's totally unnecessary. You wouldn't buy a new toaster every year just because a new model came out. Your old phone works fine. Get a new one when it stops working. Please.

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Adopting an anticonsumption mindset is important because our planet is running out of time. One report from the UN found that the richest one percent of the world’s population produces more than double the emissions of the poorest half of the world. The culprit for all of these emissions is consumption. Larger houses, more cars, more international and or private flights, etc. The more money they have, the more access they have to resources, and most affluent individuals are more concerned about their quality of life than leaving the planet in a livable state for future generations. The more we consume, the more stress we are putting on the Earth, so even if it seems like your impact is a drop in the bucket, remember that every ounce of effort counts.   

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#16

Feeling Futile

Feeling Futile

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And these same billionaires telling us to lower our carbon footprint as if it’ll do anything

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#17

You Cant Say Sustainable Without Saying F**k Golf Courses

You Cant Say Sustainable Without Saying F**k Golf Courses

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Consuming less might take lots of effort at first, but over time, it will become second nature. Passing up on small wasteful purchases will make the things that you do have more meaningful. Owning something for a long time allows it to build sentimental value and become much more valuable than a newer product that you didn’t really need but felt pressured into buying. Having a more simple life will likely make you feel more satisfied as well. By accepting what you have and not constantly searching for something new or attempting to keep up with everyone else, you can just relax. A time will come one day when that old blender will eventually break, and you will be tasked with buying a new (at least to you) one. But for the most part, you can be content knowing that your wallet and the planet thank you for purchasing less.

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#20

So Much Pointless Stuff

So Much Pointless Stuff

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m severely allergic to the god awful scents in both fabric softener and dryer sheets. No one needs to use these two worthless and wasteful products. I live in an area with hard water. All you need to do is add extra borax to the above recipe. Also Dr. Bronners unscented liquid soap can be bought in gallon jugs and then diluted appropriately. So good for your skin and environmentally friendly.

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#21

We’re Individually Wrapping Olives Now!!!

We’re Individually Wrapping Olives Now!!!

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Gaby Del Valle at Vox spoke to Richard Heede, co-founder and co-director of the Climate Accountability Institute, about how consumption is harming the planet and what we can do to help. Richard provided a host of recommendations for what individuals can do. “We can reduce our household footprint from 24,000 pounds [of CO2] per year, on average, if you take the average household in the United States. We can easily cut that in half if we invest in energy efficiency,” he explained. “A lot of things are free to do: We don’t have to brush our teeth or shave with hot water running, or take very long showers. Turning off unneeded light, air-drying clothes in the summer — those kinds of things are free, and they save several hundred pounds [in CO2 emissions] per year. And then you get into some things we can do to renovate and retrofit our houses to be more energy efficient. Replacing showerheads, insulating hot water heaters, buying more efficient lights, having automatic controls for thermostats. ... We can certainly travel by air less often. We can seek to work at home, if possible. We can combine trips.”

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#22

Hypocrites Much?

Hypocrites Much?

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#23

Less Population = Less Sales = Sad Rich Overlords

Less Population = Less Sales = Sad Rich Overlords

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#24

And Then We Could Just Get A New Battery Instead Of Buying A Whole New Phone/Getting The Company To Replace It And Therefore Wasting More Materials

And Then We Could Just Get A New Battery Instead Of Buying A Whole New Phone/Getting The Company To Replace It And Therefore Wasting More Materials

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$cagsy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had one of the early mobiles back in 1997, an NEC G9. Almost every time I took it out, I dropped it, but all was well and even the battery stayed in place. One time I was pulling it out of my pocket (probably showing off with it tbh lol) and I dropped it as I was walking. I ended up kicking it through the air about 5 metres ahead of me. I thought it was the end. But no, still working, battery attached. I have no idea where it is now (my dad's probably used it to strengthen the house foundations) but I would wager that it would still turn on even at 25 years old. I'm gonna resist the temptation to say 'they don't make 'em like they used to' because then I will feel truly old. (But they don't)

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Richard also notes that everyone needs to be on board to help reduce the impacts of our consumption. “We all need to participate. We can’t just screw in an energy-efficient lightbulb and say, ‘That’s all I’m doing.’ We need to make the right voting choices. The household sector and personal consumption are big components, globally, but it won’t solve the problem to the degree that we need. We need leadership that puts a price on carbon. We need leadership that supports sane energy policies,” he says. 

“I think it’s better to be hopeful and optimistic about our future than pessimistic and gloomy about it. We have the most innovative, intelligent, compassionate humans on this planet that we all share. If we exercise intelligence and compassion, we will collectively help solve this problem — or at least avoid the worst of what climate change has to offer.”

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#25

This Would Be A Good Visual For People. I Know It Would Be Heavier For Me Seeing It At A Restaurant

This Would Be A Good Visual For People. I Know It Would Be Heavier For Me Seeing It At A Restaurant

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#26

I Wish That Money Could've Been Spent On The Employees For Their Labor Instead

I Wish That Money Could've Been Spent On The Employees For Their Labor Instead

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don’t get me STARTED I. The “Helpful Honda Dealers”. Multi billion dollar company spends millions advertising s**t like, “Hey is your house getting repossessed? Here, enjoy a free AC window unit! 👍💁‍♀️“

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We hope this list is inspiring you to rethink any new purchases and remember to avoid single use materials whenever possible. The next time you see an ad for something a large corporation wants to convince you that you need, take a moment to consider if you really do need it. You were just fine before, so you will probably manage just fine without it. Keep upvoting the posts that really speak to you, and let us know in the comments what your best anticonsumption tips are. Then don't forget to check out Bored Panda's last anticonsumption list right here.

#28

Capitalists Doesn't Mean " Free Market"

Capitalists Doesn't Mean " Free Market"

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It also means that if after you're done b*tching about the products and corporations that produce them, you don't buy those products they will no longer be produced, the company will either be forced to make another product, change labor practices, make it more affordable or go out of business. That's the part that people keep overlooking. They complain, insult, and denounce these $hitty corporations, and then still hand them their money.

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#29

Saw At The Exploratorium In Sf And Just Nails It

Saw At The Exploratorium In Sf And Just Nails It

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#31

Marketing Dudes Thinking They’re Being Funny

Marketing Dudes Thinking They’re Being Funny

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#32

Saw This And Thought It Was A Super Cute Idea! Would Be Perfect For An Outdoor Celebration

Saw This And Thought It Was A Super Cute Idea! Would Be Perfect For An Outdoor Celebration

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think my confetti needs must not be as high as other people's for this to be a thing.

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#33

That Last Line

That Last Line

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OK, so if I'm home sick &/or disabled watching Netflix, or any other streaming service, is costing me my time? Even if I'm not sick or whatever, I can't enjoy some screen viewing of an evening to relax? I'm calling BS on that & on the coke & social media things as well. The key to many things in life is moderation & self-responsibility rather than trying to suck enjoyment out of people's lives with absolutist nonsense

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#34

They Sure Know How To Make Two Opposing And Equally Stupid Ideas Coexist Harmoniously Inside A Desperate Person's Skull

They Sure Know How To Make Two Opposing And Equally Stupid Ideas Coexist Harmoniously Inside A Desperate Person's Skull

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Its weird... https://modernfarmer.com/2022/05/cheese-caves-missouri/

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#35

Unchecked Capitalism. Greed

Unchecked Capitalism. Greed

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#36

It Would Happen

It Would Happen

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#37

Why Buy A Sled When You Can Borrow One?

Why Buy A Sled When You Can Borrow One?

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#38

I Love This Idea. Each Item Gets So Much More Use When Locally Stored And Available For The Community

I Love This Idea. Each Item Gets So Much More Use When Locally Stored And Available For The Community

My partner and I thought this would be great for tools, power washers and birthday decorations. What would you put in a library if it didn't contain books? What should be rentable but isn't?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My library loans pasta machines, food dehydrators, sewing machines, telescopes, shave ice, bubble, and popcorn machines for parties, ice cream machines, net bags with beach balls/buckets/shovels, tickets to the air museum/Chinese garden/other events. Also video to digital converters, air fryers, metal detectors, knitting machines, radon detectors, and lots of other items that you might but have to buy, only use occasionally, then store them for years. (Who's got room for all that stuff?) And it all started with cake pans several years ago!

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#40

Can You Really Say You Love Her If You Won’t Buy Her Child Slave Mined Rocks?

Can You Really Say You Love Her If You Won’t Buy Her Child Slave Mined Rocks?

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#42

The Worker Exploitation To Food Waste Pipeline

The Worker Exploitation To Food Waste Pipeline

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#43

Ready For No Nestle November?

Ready For No Nestle November?

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#44

My Company Loves To Throw Away Half A Day Old Fruit

My Company Loves To Throw Away Half A Day Old Fruit

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#45

Not Sure If You Saw The Video But The Fashion Zombies Didn't Like The Message

Not Sure If You Saw The Video But The Fashion Zombies Didn't Like The Message

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Vanessa Panerosa
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This really should be at H&M, Zara, Forever 21, Mango, and all the fast cheap fashion chains that pollute our environment exponentially more. But then you wouldn’t be able to hate on the rich, and would have to turn it on yourself instead.

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#46

Why On Earth Do We Need Individually Wrapped Potatoes!?

Why On Earth Do We Need Individually Wrapped Potatoes!?

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#47

The Waste At Target This Morning. Going Right Into The Dumpster. Imagine All The People This Box Would Feed

The Waste At Target This Morning. Going Right Into The Dumpster. Imagine All The People This Box Would Feed

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Ember
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’ve never understood businesses throwing away food rather than helping the homeless or poorest in society. It seems criminal.

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#49

Just Saw This On Twitter. Credit To Andy Singer

Just Saw This On Twitter. Credit To Andy Singer

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#50

Yikes

Yikes

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Gaya Knust
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I mean, at least farmers are benefitting from it? But (and I know that probs didn't happen) Pizza Hut should donate the kale at the end of the day, either to their own employees or to people in need. I think in France now supermarkets and such cannot throw away food that's still good. They have to donate it. Gosh, imagine if that became law in every single country, how many people starving would benefit from it!

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#52

My Public Library Tells You How Much Money You’ve Saved By Checking Things Out Instead Of Buying Them

My Public Library Tells You How Much Money You’ve Saved By Checking Things Out Instead Of Buying Them

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Jo Morris
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

While I agree with this in theory, in reality borrowing 40 books a year from a library does not mean I would have bought them instead. I'm more likely to borrow many more books from the library - because they're free - than to buy them. It's nice to know what 40 books would have cost but I'm not saving that much money.

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#53

Totally. The Cost Of Capitalism Is Socialized, The Profits Are Privatized

Totally. The Cost Of Capitalism Is Socialized, The Profits Are Privatized

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#54

Buy This Little Sign As A Reminder That You Should Not Have Bought This Sign

Buy This Little Sign As A Reminder That You Should Not Have Bought This Sign

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#55

And Companies Even More

And Companies Even More

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#56

Packaging Within Packaging Within Packaging

Packaging Within Packaging Within Packaging

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

who knows, there might be plastic around the hazelnut filling

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#57

Its Not Much But These 4 Year Old Headphones Wont Be Going To The Landfill Today!

Its Not Much But These 4 Year Old Headphones Wont Be Going To The Landfill Today!

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Vanessa Panerosa
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe Kylie can use a them on her 3 minute private jet flight! Thanks for toiling away with your difference!

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#58

Did They Really Thought We Will Pay For All Of This

Did They Really Thought We Will Pay For All Of This

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I watch the free streaming channels. Lots of good stuff on them.

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#59

I Love This Comic

I Love This Comic

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#62

I Chose The Bottle Because A Tube Wasn't Enough! This Trojan Trickery Is An Abuse Coming From A Brand With Recognition

I Chose The Bottle Because A Tube Wasn't Enough! This Trojan Trickery Is An Abuse Coming From A Brand With Recognition

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#63

The Real Reason

The Real Reason

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#64

These Earbuds That Cost $5 / Month. Every Month. Forever. Don’t Pay And They’ll Remotely Deactivate Them

These Earbuds That Cost $5 / Month. Every Month. Forever. Don’t Pay And They’ll Remotely Deactivate Them

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Anna
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So BMW are now charging a subscription to people to use 'your' heated seats and other car features. "A monthly subscription to heat your BMW’s front seats costs roughly $18, with options to subscribe for a year ($180), three years ($300), or pay for “unlimited” access for $415." https://www.theverge.com/2022/7/12/23204950/bmw-subscriptions-microtransactions-heated-seats-feature

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#65

Capitalism Is Disgusting

Capitalism Is Disgusting

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Gaya Knust
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait, why can't they be sold? And if so, why aren't they donated to the MILLIONS of homeless and below-poverty line people????

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#66

A Priceless Gold Hat With A 317-Carat Diamond And 400 Other Jewels Was Driven In A Custom-Made Rolls Royce To A £2.5 Billion Palace, Where It Was Placed Next To A Gold Chair In Which Sat One Of The World's Richest Men, Who Told 2 Million Hungry Britons There's No Money

A Priceless Gold Hat With A 317-Carat Diamond And 400 Other Jewels Was Driven In A Custom-Made Rolls Royce To A £2.5 Billion Palace, Where It Was Placed Next To A Gold Chair In Which Sat One Of The World's Richest Men, Who Told 2 Million Hungry Britons There's No Money

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Vanessa Panerosa
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As an American I simply cannot wrap my mind around the obsession with this useless family. The only way I’d watch them is if we can have them and the Kardashians battle it out to the death like Hunger Games. I wouldn’t just watch that, I’d go bankrupt producing it.

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#67

[satire] Since Micro Plastic Is Already In Our Bloodstream

[satire] Since Micro Plastic Is Already In Our Bloodstream

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Over 2,000 Pounds Of Fresh Pork Being Rejected By The Walmart Distribution Center Because The Sell By Dates Occur When Their Stores Are Closed For Thanksgiving

Over 2,000 Pounds Of Fresh Pork Being Rejected By The Walmart Distribution Center Because The Sell By Dates Occur When Their Stores Are Closed For Thanksgiving

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#69

The Humble Bicycle

The Humble Bicycle

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#70

They Reinvented Sugar Water

They Reinvented Sugar Water

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Zedrapazia
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I bet not long and people on TikTok will drink it as a challenge instead of feeding it to the bee.

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World Falling Apart Around Us You Say? Obviously The Solution Is To Consume More

World Falling Apart Around Us You Say? Obviously The Solution Is To Consume More

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Omi bub
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't like that the pic is plants- they are part of the solution not the problem.

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#74

A Single Jellybean Wrapped In Plastic

A Single Jellybean Wrapped In Plastic

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Joy Hunter
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The reality is, modern medicine medicine generates a massive amount of singe-use-plastic waste. When I was little the doctor kept dozens of glass thermometers in a little glass canister full of rubbing alcohol, and took one out for each patient, then put it in a second glass canister also filled with rubbing alcohol. The next day all the thermometers were clean and they were used every day until the broke.

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Just Buy Something. Don’t Worry About What It Is, If You’ll Like It, Or If You Need It. Just Buy It

Just Buy Something. Don’t Worry About What It Is, If You’ll Like It, Or If You Need It. Just Buy It

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#76

Its All About The Money, Isnt It?

Its All About The Money, Isnt It?

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Gaya Knust
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How about paying for a lab-made diamond? Will be durable af (cos it's a real diamond) and no child was exploited in the making of it

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#77

Capitalism Is Delusional Dogma

Capitalism Is Delusional Dogma

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ACE
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

they want to extend the model to the whole universe.

#78

I’m Gonna Just Leave This Here

I’m Gonna Just Leave This Here

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Beans
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fun fact about Apple, they sit on all their money and do not give it away in any capacity, except to further investment. It's because big papa Steve didn't believe in 'charity'. So not only do they make the most money, they hoard it the most too! Fck Apple, seriously. Source: https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2011/08/yes-you-can-think-less-steve-jobs-not-being-philanthropist/338546/

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Absolutely Revolting

Absolutely Revolting

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Gaya Knust
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Josh needs to buy actual headphones instead of wasting money like that

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#81

How Is This Stupid Necklace A Conscious Choice?

How Is This Stupid Necklace A Conscious Choice?

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Low Paid "Essential" Workers Won't Get Time Off During Ultra-Consumption Season

Low Paid "Essential" Workers Won't Get Time Off During Ultra-Consumption Season

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#83

The Obvious Solution Of Course

The Obvious Solution Of Course

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Given That The Average American Eats Around 181 Pounds Of Meat Annually, It Is Easy To See How Meat Consumption Might Account For So Much Of An American’s Water Footprint

Given That The Average American Eats Around 181 Pounds Of Meat Annually, It Is Easy To See How Meat Consumption Might Account For So Much Of An American’s Water Footprint

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justin price
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Remember: none of this actually matters if we don't take care of the so-much-larger-our-individual-footprint-is-insignificant corporate waste. You can skimp and scrounge and save all day and it won't make a lick of difference until we starting holding the real wasters accountable. It's like spitting on a forest fire.

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#86

Why Don't These Politicians Tell The People The Truth?

Why Don't These Politicians Tell The People The Truth?

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michael kelly
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

False. He cancelled them (they were standing deals from previous admins). Please be more careful BP.

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