Sustainability made simple

Leonie Barghorn

Leonie Barghorn writes freelance articles on Utopia.org.


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Furoshiki Wrapping Tutorial for Scarf & Fabric Gift Wrap

Furoshiki is the waste-free way to wrap gifts. We'll show you how is easy it is to make a reusable gift wrap or bag out of spare fabric. Read more


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Is Decaf Coffee Bad for You? Here’s What It Really Comes Down to

Could decaf coffee be bad for you? How is coffee even decaffeinated, and does that affect its safety? Let's find out. Read more


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Pegan Diet Food List & Recipe Ideas

Can the pegan diet combine the benefits of eating paleo and vegan? We explain the details of this new diet here – and whether it's healthy. Read more


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Types of Legumes (+ Their Health Benefits) You Didn’t Know About

There are so many types of legumes out there that are healthy, delicious, and sustainable. Check out our legumes list and what makes them so great. Read more


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How to Keep Strawberries Fresh: Storing Strawberries Like a Pro

Storing strawberries correctly is key to keeping them fresh. Utopia will show how to store strawberries like a pro and how to keep them fresh for longer. Read more


The Bioeconomy: Growing the Economy with Renewable Resources

Bioeconomy: Growing the Economy with Renewable Resources  

The term ‘bioeconomy’ means that fossil resources are replaced with renewable ones – it’s an important component of any sustainable economy. Let’s explain what bioeconomy is all about.  Read more


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Don’t Worry, Bee Happy: 10 Tricks to Keep Wasps Away

No one likes to get stung, and during the late summer months wasps are everywhere! Here is how you can repel wasps without harming them. Read more


Gaia Hypothesis

The Gaia Hypothesis: What Does It Mean for Life on Earth?

Some consider the Gaia hypothesis mere spiritual speculation – for others, it's key to understanding life on Earth. Here's the truth about the Gaia theory. Read more