Notes on Nature

We were thrilled to be represented at COP15 in Montreal last month by Ally Pimor, Director of Corporate Governance at Earth Law Center and Representative of Nature on our board. Ally was talking about Nature Rights, sharing the experience of having Nature on our board and inviting others to do the same. In light of the conference, we spoke to Ally about the conference and Nature’s Rights.

Last year, we made history when we became the first company in the world to give Nature a seat and a vote on our board. But we’re not the only ones who believe that Nature deserves legal rights. The global movement for Nature’s Rights is growing rapidly, meaning wonderful stories of hope are emerging around the world on a regular basis. In the first of our new roundups, we feature some of the most significant wins for Nature’s Rights in recent times.

Our products have been proudly vegan since Rivka started making them in 1974, but for many, the idea of going vegan is brand new. In 2022, more people than ever signed up to Veganuary, a commitment to go vegan for the month of January. If you’re considering trying in 2023, you might have a few questions. Enter our Marketing Team, who between them have experience of both veganism and Veganuary. Here’s what they had to say about it…

What if your 2023 New Year’s resolution was easy to maintain and helped Nature? These small, simple steps can make a big difference, because they’re sustainable – in every sense of the word.

Welcome to Culture Forager Vol. IV – the winter solstice edition. For millennia, the winter solstice has been marked as a time of rest, reflection and rebirth. It’s also an opportunity to be grateful for Nature, something we’re on board with all year round. Enjoy this special selection of cultural goodness, handpicked to help you find calm and gratitude on the shortest day of the year.

Nature is good for mental health, but in winter that fact can be easy to forget. When temperatures plummet in the UK, the default setting is often to stay inside. But the natural world is putting on a spectacular show right now – and in the hectic festive season, it can be a much-needed balm. No matter the time of year, Nature is a gift. Whether you’re surrounded by countryside or need to stroll to the park to catch a glimpse of greenery, here’s why it’s worth wrapping up and getting out there now.

We love winter, but it can throw skin into disarray. Chilly temperatures outside, central heating inside, low humidity in both – it’s a recipe for sensitivity, irritation and dryness. Follow these tips to give your skin the extra kindness it needs this season.

We headed to our local Oxfam to discover everything great about buying presents from a charity shop. Charity shops are best known for selling second-hand stuff – and there’s something really satisfying about finding a one-off that you know will be adored by its new owner. 

Endless miles of tinsel and glitter baubles are full of fun, but they're also full of plastic. If you’re looking for a more natural winter aesthetic that’s easier on the planet, you might like to try these sustainable ideas instead.

Does everything in your garden feel a bit grey at the moment? Don’t worry, Nature has some heroic plants that bloom bright even in the depths of winter. And if you don’t have an outdoor space, pick out one of the vibrant houseplants that are ready to bring some serious colour into your home right now.

Shampoo and conditioner bars have become increasingly popular in recent years, but not everyone’s convinced just yet. And we get it – if you’re happy with your hair routine, changing it can be a daunting prospect. That’s why we work hard to make sure our bars perform just as well as our bottled formulas.

Unbeatable offers, huge discounts, limited availability: the frenzy of Black Friday is intense. And unless you live deep in the woods and have no access to the internet, it can be pretty much impossible to avoid. All those bargains might be tempting, but such a massive spike in consumerism is bound to have an impact on the planet. So, what would Nature say about Black Friday?