Maia Welbel
Hyperlocal Harvest at Bunkhouse Acres with Shellie-Ann Kerns
We got to talk with Shellie-Ann about transforming logged timberland to fertile farmland without even owning a tractor, sourdough bakery dreams, hyperlocal food swaps, and so much more.
May 6, 2021 | by Maia Welbel
The sustainable startup with Azora Zoe Paknad of Goldune
From her beginnings at Food52 to solo launching the design-minded sustainability shop, Azora Zoe has made it her mission to make low waste product accessible.
March 26, 2021 | by Maia Welbel
How-to's
Easy vegan hamantaschen
Slightly nutty with a tahini twist, these festive vegan triangle cookies are easy to whip up and honestly good for any occasion. Your go-to Purim hamantaschen from now on!
February 24, 2021 | by Maia Welbel
The greatest offender could hold the greatest solution
Agriculture is one of the largest global emitters of CO2, but by shifting towards ‘carbon smart’ methods of farming, we’re seeing that it can play a crucial role in reversing atmospheric greenhouse gas levels.
February 4, 2021 | by Maia Welbel
Grocery store alternatives
Strengthening small businesses and local food economies will make for a more equitable and resilient national food system.
January 29, 2021 | by Maia Welbel
From moment to movement with Sabs Katz
Sabs Katz is a writer, sustainable living advocate, and co-founder of Intersectional Environmentalist — an environmental media and resource hub that explores the intersections of social and environmental justice.
January 28, 2021 | by Maia Welbel
What we ate in 2020
We asked the Closed Loop community what nourishing themselves looked like this year and while we all experienced 2020 differently, we shared some comestible commonalities.
December 30, 2020 | by Maia Welbel
Furoshiki – Zero Waste Fabric Wrapping
Furoshiki, Japanese fabric wrapping, is the package-free solution to gift giving. It’s simple, elegant, and completely zero waste. Plus the giftee gets the bonus of keeping a beautiful furoshiki cloth!
December 14, 2020 | by Maia Welbel
Small scale soil care with Katie Burdett of Granor Farm
We spoke with Granor Farm manager, Katie Burdett, to hear how a small scale farm adapts during a pandemic, what organic farming means in 2020, and why local food is the path forward to a sustainable future.
December 9, 2020 | by Maia Welbel
Sustainable home swaps – upcycling decor made easy
Whether you’re styling a new apartment, sprucing up your WFH space, or just vision boarding for the future, I think you’ll love what these scrappy design enthusiasts have to say.
November 29, 2020 | by Maia Welbel
Post-election wind down
We’ve put together a collection — a care package if you will — of resources and practices keeping us afloat that we hope will help you care for yourself as well.
November 5, 2020 | by Maia Welbel
Honoring the husk with Caroline Cotto of Renewal Mill
Caroline Cotto from Renewal Mill spoke to us about upending food waste with upcycled ingredients, contending with venture capital culture, and revolutionizing the startup food space.
November 5, 2020 | by Maia Welbel