Maura Monaghan

Maura Monaghan has been a digital writer for five years now, covering everything from sustainable ecommerce to types of plastic. She's interested in ecommerce, sustainability, and the ways they can overlap. When she's not writing, she's probably out searching for the perfect cup of coffee.
Maura Monaghan
What Is Waste Management — And Why Is It So Important?
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What Is Waste Management — And Why Is It So Important?
By Maura Monaghan on July 2, 2024

Municipal solid waste (MSW) is projected to reach 3.4 billion tons worldwide by 2050 – and that’s a lot of material that needs to be dealt with (or prevented!) properly.

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What Are The Alternatives to Single-Use Plastic? 
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What Are The Alternatives to Single-Use Plastic? 
By Maura Monaghan on June 21, 2024

Globally, we produce more than 380 million tons of plastic every year, and some reports indicate that up to 50% of that is for single-use purposes – meaning it’s only used once before...

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Top 9 Sustainability Tips for Businesses 
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Top 9 Sustainability Tips for Businesses 
By Maura Monaghan on May 24, 2024

Sustainable businesses can attract loyal customers and driven employees, and boost their brand image while helping protect the future of our planet.

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The American Recycling System Explained
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The American Recycling System Explained
By Maura Monaghan on April 18, 2024

There’s no one way to describe how recycling works in America – for a country so large, systems differ by state and town. But there are common weaknesses in the amount of plastic produced...

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Top 7 Sustainable Period Products You Should Know About
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Top 7 Sustainable Period Products You Should Know About
By Maura Monaghan on March 6, 2024

If you’re a person who menstruates, period products are an unavoidable necessity – but the traditional items we’re used to are often made of harmful materials that take an age to decompose...

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Different Types of Plastic You Should Know About
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Different Types of Plastic You Should Know About
By Maura Monaghan on February 16, 2024

There are a ton of different types of plastic out there, all with different uses and appearances. Unfortunately, what a lot of them have in common is the makeup of unsustainable materials...

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What is Conscious Consumerism – And Is It The Future?
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What is Conscious Consumerism – And Is It The Future?
By Maura Monaghan on December 20, 2023

Conscious consumerism is a growing trend that involves a more intentional approach to buying and using products.

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What Is A Circular Economy – And Is It the Future?
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What Is A Circular Economy – And Is It the Future?
By Maura Monaghan on November 29, 2023

According to the OECD, only 9% of the world’s plastic waste is recycled. That’s a lot of waste left unattended, given that global plastic waste comes to an estimated 350 million metric tons...

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How to Make An Eco-Friendly Ecommerce Business With Shopify
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How to Make An Eco-Friendly Ecommerce Business With Shopify
By Maura Monaghan on October 31, 2023

If you’re wondering how to make your online business more eco-friendly, you’re already ahead of the game. Green business practices are more important than ever, and consumers want to see...

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