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MONICA MECCHELLA

@joinreju @yulexllc @bureo @notpla @biohmhome @modernmeadow @robinwallkimmerer #honorableharvest #circularity #regenerative #design #newmaterial #cmf #industrialdesign

@joinreju @yulexllc @bureo @notpla @biohmhome @modernmeadow @robinwallkimmerer #honorableharvest #circularity #regenerative #design #newmaterial #cmf #industrialdesign

Elevated Recycling——Sea glass Collection. Custom orders available.

Elevated Recycling——Sea glass Collection. Custom orders available.

In the latest episode of the ‘Shades of Life’ Impact Podcast, lead designer Monica Mecchella emphasizes that “waste is a design flaw,” highlighting the critical role of responsible design in sustainability.

With approximately 80% of a product’s environmental impact determined during the design phase, Monica explores why fewer than 10% of products meet sustainability standards, shares her top 10 principles for enhancing sustainability and circularity, discusses the influence of Colour, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) on product development, and advocates for integrating nature into design processes, while also examining how AI is transforming design today. #shadesoflife #cmf #industrialdesign #circularity #scope3. <iframe src=“https://player.rss.com/shadesoflife/1942641” title=“Sustainable by Design: Exploring Colour, Material & Finish for a Greener Future | Monica Mecchella” width=“100%” height=“154px” frameborder=“0” allow=“accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture” allowfullscreen scrolling=“no”><a href=“https://rss.com/podcasts/shadesoflife/1942641”>Sustainable by Design: Exploring Colour, Material & Finish for a Greener Future | Monica Mecchella</a></iframe>

In the latest episode of the ‘Shades of Life’ Impact Podcast, lead designer Monica Mecchella emphasizes that “waste is a design flaw,” highlighting the critical role of responsible design in sustainability.

With approximately 80% of a product’s environmental impact determined during the design phase, Monica explores why fewer than 10% of products meet sustainability standards, shares her top 10 principles for enhancing sustainability and circularity, discusses the influence of Colour, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) on product development, and advocates for integrating nature into design processes, while also examining how AI is transforming design today. #shadesoflife #cmf #industrialdesign #circularity #scope3. <iframe src=“https://player.rss.com/shadesoflife/1942641” title=“Sustainable by Design: Exploring Colour, Material & Finish for a Greener Future | Monica Mecchella” width=“100%” height=“154px” frameborder=“0” allow=“accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture” allowfullscreen scrolling=“no”><a href=“https://rss.com/podcasts/shadesoflife/1942641”>Sustainable by Design: Exploring Colour, Material & Finish for a Greener Future | Monica Mecchella</a></iframe>

Check out my interview here—-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nzu3gTEULMg In the latest episode of the ‘Shades of Life’ Impact Podcast, lead designer Monica Mecchella emphasizes that “waste is a design flaw,” highlighting the critical role of responsible design in sustainability.

With approximately 80% of a product’s environmental impact determined during the design phase, Monica explores why fewer than 10% of products meet sustainability standards, shares her top 10 principles for enhancing sustainability and circularity, discusses the influence of Colour, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) on product development, and advocates for integrating nature into design processes, while also examining how AI is transforming design today. #cmf #sustainabledesign #industrialdesign #shadesoflife #circularity #honorableharvest

Check out my interview here—-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nzu3gTEULMg In the latest episode of the ‘Shades of Life’ Impact Podcast, lead designer Monica Mecchella emphasizes that “waste is a design flaw,” highlighting the critical role of responsible design in sustainability.

With approximately 80% of a product’s environmental impact determined during the design phase, Monica explores why fewer than 10% of products meet sustainability standards, shares her top 10 principles for enhancing sustainability and circularity, discusses the influence of Colour, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) on product development, and advocates for integrating nature into design processes, while also examining how AI is transforming design today. #cmf #sustainabledesign #industrialdesign #shadesoflife #circularity #honorableharvest

“𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐝, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐟.” — Lao-Tzu

When we name colors, we limit what we see. @pantone Color of the Year 17-1230 Mocha Mousse fits in a box, yet color refuses containment. I’ve spent my career defining color—purchasing standards, setting tolerances—but color shifts, fades, transforms. It belongs to light, to material, to time.

Our industrial approach forces color into rigid formulas, while natural dyes—derived from plants and minerals—breathe, evolve, and honor nature’s process (textile production alone accounts for 20% of global water pollution). Can we let go of control and embrace imperfection? What if each product carried its unique signature—a living flaw that tells its story?

The spectrum is infinite.
𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. https://coffeefrom.it
https://lnkd.in/eG-mWHsc
https://harvestandmill.com
https://lnkd.in/ePVaFbVj

#ColorPhilosophy #NaturalDyes #CMF #SustainableDesign #InfiniteSpectrum

“𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐝, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐟.” — Lao-Tzu

When we name colors, we limit what we see. @pantone Color of the Year 17-1230 Mocha Mousse fits in a box, yet color refuses containment. I’ve spent my career defining color—purchasing standards, setting tolerances—but color shifts, fades, transforms. It belongs to light, to material, to time.

Our industrial approach forces color into rigid formulas, while natural dyes—derived from plants and minerals—breathe, evolve, and honor nature’s process (textile production alone accounts for 20% of global water pollution). Can we let go of control and embrace imperfection? What if each product carried its unique signature—a living flaw that tells its story?

The spectrum is infinite.
𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. https://coffeefrom.it
https://lnkd.in/eG-mWHsc
https://harvestandmill.com
https://lnkd.in/ePVaFbVj

#ColorPhilosophy #NaturalDyes #CMF #SustainableDesign #InfiniteSpectrum

“𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵.”
@robinwallkimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass

𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻, 𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁, 𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. My journey into design has been one of unlearning the idea that materials exist solely to be extracted, owned, and discarded. Instead, I’ve come to see them as part of a living system, gifts meant to move through cycles of use, renewal, and return. Every pigment, fiber, and finish carries a story of origin, shaped by the land and the hands that nurture it. When we ask, “𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱? 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱?” we shift from consumption to stewardship, designing with care rather than control.

This may seem idealistic in an industry that values speed and volume, but nature has always worked this way. patient, reciprocal, intentional. The rush of trends and mass production is not the default; it’s a system we’ve created and indulged in. When we slow down and take a breath, we remember that materials have always had a life beyond our brief use of them. 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲—𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀. #cmf #design #materials #industrialdesign #reciprocity #robinwallkimmerer

“𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵.”
@robinwallkimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass

𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻, 𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁, 𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. My journey into design has been one of unlearning the idea that materials exist solely to be extracted, owned, and discarded. Instead, I’ve come to see them as part of a living system, gifts meant to move through cycles of use, renewal, and return. Every pigment, fiber, and finish carries a story of origin, shaped by the land and the hands that nurture it. When we ask, “𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱? 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱?” we shift from consumption to stewardship, designing with care rather than control.

This may seem idealistic in an industry that values speed and volume, but nature has always worked this way. patient, reciprocal, intentional. The rush of trends and mass production is not the default; it’s a system we’ve created and indulged in. When we slow down and take a breath, we remember that materials have always had a life beyond our brief use of them. 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲—𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀. #cmf #design #materials #industrialdesign #reciprocity #robinwallkimmerer

𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧: 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬, 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫—always striving to make things better, yet knowing there’s more to do. Eco burnout is real. I’ve felt it too. What keeps me going? Being outside. Community, collaboration, and knowing I don’t have to do this alone.

𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐚 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭.

It’s about:
•𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬
•𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫
•𝐀𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬

If you’re facing challenges, curious about materials, or rethinking ideas—reach out. I’m happy to share what I’ve learned.
And don’t overlook your suppliers. They’re not just there to make things; they’re partners in possibility. The best results happen when we approach them with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to explore.
When we lean on each other—designers, suppliers, collaborators—we create smarter, more thoughtful solutions.

Let’s keep the conversation open. If you’re seeking fresh perspectives or a space to challenge ideas, reach out—because the most powerful designs emerge when we build together and don’t forget to 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞!

Check out to get inspired and get started!
@materialconnexion @materialbank Bank

𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧: 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬, 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫—always striving to make things better, yet knowing there’s more to do. Eco burnout is real. I’ve felt it too. What keeps me going? Being outside. Community, collaboration, and knowing I don’t have to do this alone.

𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐚 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭.

It’s about:
•𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬
•𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫
•𝐀𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬

If you’re facing challenges, curious about materials, or rethinking ideas—reach out. I’m happy to share what I’ve learned.
And don’t overlook your suppliers. They’re not just there to make things; they’re partners in possibility. The best results happen when we approach them with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to explore.
When we lean on each other—designers, suppliers, collaborators—we create smarter, more thoughtful solutions.

Let’s keep the conversation open. If you’re seeking fresh perspectives or a space to challenge ideas, reach out—because the most powerful designs emerge when we build together and don’t forget to 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞!

Check out to get inspired and get started!
@materialconnexion @materialbank Bank

Sea glass earring collection.

Sea glass earring collection.

Sea glass earrings collection

Sea glass earrings collection

“From ocean plastic to second-life treasures 🌊✨ — As designers, we hold the power to transform discarded materials into high-value, beautiful products. It’s not just about recycling; it’s about recreating and imagining the next chapter for these materials.

What’s next for bio-driven innovations like chitosan, minerals from shells, or recycled fishing nets? The future of design lies in collaboration, storytelling, and pushing the boundaries of what materials can become.

Let’s keep the conversation open—together, we can create designs that carry meaning and make waves. 🌍

DM me—happy to share insights and ideas!”

“From ocean plastic to second-life treasures 🌊✨ — As designers, we hold the power to transform discarded materials into high-value, beautiful products. It’s not just about recycling; it’s about recreating and imagining the next chapter for these materials.

What’s next for bio-driven innovations like chitosan, minerals from shells, or recycled fishing nets? The future of design lies in collaboration, storytelling, and pushing the boundaries of what materials can become.

Let’s keep the conversation open—together, we can create designs that carry meaning and make waves. 🌍

DM me—happy to share insights and ideas!”

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Turning Flaws into Features
Materials like ocean-bound plastic and bio-composites are redefining design by turning imperfections into assets. Organic textures, flecks, and marbled effects not only enhance beauty but also mask wear over time, creating character while telling a deeper story.
Plastic, derived from ancient organic matter, holds untapped potential. Instead of hiding its evolution, imagine designing it to age gracefully, revealing crystalline structures and transforming its appearance over time. By embracing these materials' unique properties, we can shift perceptions and elevate them to a status as timeless and valuable as rare woods or metals.
#Upcycled #reuse #oldplasticlux #CMF #materialdesign @sungai_design

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Turning Flaws into Features
Materials like ocean-bound plastic and bio-composites are redefining design by turning imperfections into assets. Organic textures, flecks, and marbled effects not only enhance beauty but also mask wear over time, creating character while telling a deeper story.
Plastic, derived from ancient organic matter, holds untapped potential. Instead of hiding its evolution, imagine designing it to age gracefully, revealing crystalline structures and transforming its appearance over time. By embracing these materials' unique properties, we can shift perceptions and elevate them to a status as timeless and valuable as rare woods or metals.
#Upcycled #reuse #oldplasticlux #CMF #materialdesign @sungai_design

Sustainable Design Is Better Than the Status Quo

Sustainable design isn’t about mimicking the past or creating oatmeal alternatives. It should rise above the status quo. What lifecycle are we designing for: durability, biodegradability, or regeneration? Imagine a texture that comes from this thinking—not a monocrop, in-mold design.

Instead of mimicking leather with a "vegan" plastic alternative, let’s create something better—something unfamiliar. Start with the lifecycle: the circular nature or degradation of the material. Let those attributes dictate the design. Stop trying to force materials to be something they were not meant to be, especially those that rely on fossil fuels.

Keep it pure.

Let the sustainable goal guide the material choices—whether that’s an innovative new material or even a familiar one like leather. Don’t force a material where it doesn’t want to be.
#SustainableDesign #Innovation #MaterialScience #CircularEconomy #regenerativedesign

Sustainable Design Is Better Than the Status Quo

Sustainable design isn’t about mimicking the past or creating oatmeal alternatives. It should rise above the status quo. What lifecycle are we designing for: durability, biodegradability, or regeneration? Imagine a texture that comes from this thinking—not a monocrop, in-mold design.

Instead of mimicking leather with a "vegan" plastic alternative, let’s create something better—something unfamiliar. Start with the lifecycle: the circular nature or degradation of the material. Let those attributes dictate the design. Stop trying to force materials to be something they were not meant to be, especially those that rely on fossil fuels.

Keep it pure.

Let the sustainable goal guide the material choices—whether that’s an innovative new material or even a familiar one like leather. Don’t force a material where it doesn’t want to be.
#SustainableDesign #Innovation #MaterialScience #CircularEconomy #regenerativedesign

𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀,
In times of global upheaval and uncertainty, we are reminded of our responsibility to act with 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. As the architects of the future—the starting point of every product and the beginning of circularity—we hold the power to shape the world.

Sustainability isn’t just a trend—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝘂𝘁𝘆. Even when it’s not a company’s priority or is seen as a short-term cost, we have the 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱. The decisions we make today ripple outward, shaping industries, supply chains, and future generations.

By staying curious and informed, we can explore emerging materials, technologies, and practices that align with global goals. Together, we can 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁, and the future—and build a legacy of resilience and regeneration.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀:
𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁
Design to avoid harm from the start,
With care and wisdom in every part.
𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗜𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗹
Every atom must find its place,
No waste, no loss—a seamless embrace.
𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲
Select materials gentle and kind,
Safe for all life, in body and mind.
𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘁
Let systems thrive on energy lean,
Renewable power—efficient and clean.
𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲
Consider the life of what you create,
From birth to end, and its ultimate fate.
𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴
Design with intent to keep waste away,
Reduce byproducts at every stage of the way.
𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗲
Create to last—steady and true,
Strong in function, reliable too.
𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝘅
Use fewer materials, easy to reclaim,
Recycling flows with no tangled chain.
𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆
Discover smarter paths to make things run,
Using less to get things done.
𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻
When life is over, let it degrade,
To nourish the earth from which it was made.
𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽
Trace the impact at every stage,
Measure and act with wisdom and gauge.
𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗹
Create with care for people and place,
Design that uplifts the human race. #sustainability #engineering #design #cmf #future #circularity

𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀,
In times of global upheaval and uncertainty, we are reminded of our responsibility to act with 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. As the architects of the future—the starting point of every product and the beginning of circularity—we hold the power to shape the world.

Sustainability isn’t just a trend—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝘂𝘁𝘆. Even when it’s not a company’s priority or is seen as a short-term cost, we have the 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱. The decisions we make today ripple outward, shaping industries, supply chains, and future generations.

By staying curious and informed, we can explore emerging materials, technologies, and practices that align with global goals. Together, we can 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁, and the future—and build a legacy of resilience and regeneration.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀:
𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁
Design to avoid harm from the start,
With care and wisdom in every part.
𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗜𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗹
Every atom must find its place,
No waste, no loss—a seamless embrace.
𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲
Select materials gentle and kind,
Safe for all life, in body and mind.
𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘁
Let systems thrive on energy lean,
Renewable power—efficient and clean.
𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲
Consider the life of what you create,
From birth to end, and its ultimate fate.
𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴
Design with intent to keep waste away,
Reduce byproducts at every stage of the way.
𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗲
Create to last—steady and true,
Strong in function, reliable too.
𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝘅
Use fewer materials, easy to reclaim,
Recycling flows with no tangled chain.
𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆
Discover smarter paths to make things run,
Using less to get things done.
𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻
When life is over, let it degrade,
To nourish the earth from which it was made.
𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽
Trace the impact at every stage,
Measure and act with wisdom and gauge.
𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗹
Create with care for people and place,
Design that uplifts the human race. #sustainability #engineering #design #cmf #future #circularity

Mycelium is the next power circular material currently in mass use in packaging. An extremely valuable biodegradable and bio nutritious material we should focus our attention on. #circularity #biodegradable #nature #design #cmf

Mycelium is the next power circular material currently in mass use in packaging. An extremely valuable biodegradable and bio nutritious material we should focus our attention on. #circularity #biodegradable #nature #design #cmf

Nature is the most incredible and valuable source of life and inspiration. Soft yet thoughful palettes invoke meaning and long lasting timeless finishing.

Nature is the most incredible and valuable source of life and inspiration. Soft yet thoughful palettes invoke meaning and long lasting timeless finishing.

#cmf #design #inspo #natures palette

#cmf #design #inspo #natures palette

When sea glass presents itself as crystals. Each unique piece a fingerprint of time. What beauty in its soft and sharp edges that have been washed and formed by the sea. The waves carved these and with gratitude we can adorn ourselves in the oceans story. I present my first sea glass jewelry collection. Made using 14k gold plated hardware and stainless steal silver metal and mixed with stones of Larimar, labradorite and Amazon Turquoise and I’ll be selling at local shops and markets in Las Terrenas.

When sea glass presents itself as crystals. Each unique piece a fingerprint of time. What beauty in its soft and sharp edges that have been washed and formed by the sea. The waves carved these and with gratitude we can adorn ourselves in the oceans story. I present my first sea glass jewelry collection. Made using 14k gold plated hardware and stainless steal silver metal and mixed with stones of Larimar, labradorite and Amazon Turquoise and I’ll be selling at local shops and markets in Las Terrenas.

@fundacionecologicamagua

@fundacionecologicamagua

Do you know where your water comes from? Do you know if the water you drink is good for you? What standards is it tested too? Does it sit in in direct sun light in plastic? How much of that plastic leeches into your water? Are there any minerals in it? Do they add chemicals like chorine or flouride? Does your water hydrate you or is it just keeping you alive? I moved to the Dominican Republic and noticed that the drinking water all comes from 5 gallon blue plastic jugs that are owned by private companies here and supply most of this island with the drinking water. I noticed the water sits in the sun all day, everyday. I also noticed that this water does nothing for my hydration. I also found out that drinking this for long periods of time is incredibly harmful to our bodies, that are made up of nearly 90 percent water. I can feel the difference drinking spring water here versus the water from the “Botellon" or big bottle.

I have been on a mission for proper hydration and alternative solutions here. Which lead me to @winetowater an NGO based out of North Carolina, who’s global mission is to bring clean water back to all species. They have activated communities like the Dominican Republic by bringing water filters that are made of local clay, carbon and silver and while they kill bacteria, they do not remove the minerals that our body needs. The filters can last up to 16 years! You can use tap water, rain water or river water into the filter and then it permeates through the filter to provide incredibly hydrating water. You can become sovereign with this filter! Read more in comments….

Do you know where your water comes from? Do you know if the water you drink is good for you? What standards is it tested too? Does it sit in in direct sun light in plastic? How much of that plastic leeches into your water? Are there any minerals in it? Do they add chemicals like chorine or flouride? Does your water hydrate you or is it just keeping you alive? I moved to the Dominican Republic and noticed that the drinking water all comes from 5 gallon blue plastic jugs that are owned by private companies here and supply most of this island with the drinking water. I noticed the water sits in the sun all day, everyday. I also noticed that this water does nothing for my hydration. I also found out that drinking this for long periods of time is incredibly harmful to our bodies, that are made up of nearly 90 percent water. I can feel the difference drinking spring water here versus the water from the “Botellon" or big bottle.

I have been on a mission for proper hydration and alternative solutions here. Which lead me to @winetowater an NGO based out of North Carolina, who’s global mission is to bring clean water back to all species. They have activated communities like the Dominican Republic by bringing water filters that are made of local clay, carbon and silver and while they kill bacteria, they do not remove the minerals that our body needs. The filters can last up to 16 years! You can use tap water, rain water or river water into the filter and then it permeates through the filter to provide incredibly hydrating water. You can become sovereign with this filter! Read more in comments….

An awe inspiring weekend working with @fumfu.lat who is cleaning up there community in this stunning part of Dominican Republic. Where the vital river is used for farming that feeds the island. They have taken initiative to clean up there community by starting a plastic collection. They provides incentives for the locals to collect discarded plastic. In 4 weeks they’ve managed to get locals to return 277kg of plastic to there site! They use the funds raised with their crypto tokens to pay the locals. The collected plastic will go into molding building materials such as bricks for houses.

This is an example that can be part of your community and throughout the world. Check them out….buy some tokens.

Do what they do in your neighborhood and tell your community leaders that there should be no more single use plastics!

An awe inspiring weekend working with @fumfu.lat who is cleaning up there community in this stunning part of Dominican Republic. Where the vital river is used for farming that feeds the island. They have taken initiative to clean up there community by starting a plastic collection. They provides incentives for the locals to collect discarded plastic. In 4 weeks they’ve managed to get locals to return 277kg of plastic to there site! They use the funds raised with their crypto tokens to pay the locals. The collected plastic will go into molding building materials such as bricks for houses.

This is an example that can be part of your community and throughout the world. Check them out….buy some tokens.

Do what they do in your neighborhood and tell your community leaders that there should be no more single use plastics!

For 2000 years, weaving has been a vital part of Mayans identity and central to their traditions. There is even a ceremony undertaken for the sole purpose of ensuring the survival of the craft. For these women, when they weave, they are connecting with God. In Guatemala, each pueblo has its own unique pattern that is woven then embroidered onto there Huipils a type of shirt and a traditional garment still worn prominently today. The women and children proudly wear the Huipils to show where they are from and their incredible hand craft. These are some of the most incredible textiles I’ve ever seen. They carry a full spectrum of natural dyed colors and their essence and soulful stories in each unique piece. I feel incredibly connected to weaving and textiles in this way. I spent time volunteering with @tramatextiles and learned about the 400+ women weavers they have partnered with to provide fair wages support there families and bring prosperity and independence. I imagine the hours of work each women puts into these and what is running through there minds during this fascinating process. Support by donating or shopping @tramatextiles these women could really use your help.

For 2000 years, weaving has been a vital part of Mayans identity and central to their traditions. There is even a ceremony undertaken for the sole purpose of ensuring the survival of the craft. For these women, when they weave, they are connecting with God. In Guatemala, each pueblo has its own unique pattern that is woven then embroidered onto there Huipils a type of shirt and a traditional garment still worn prominently today. The women and children proudly wear the Huipils to show where they are from and their incredible hand craft. These are some of the most incredible textiles I’ve ever seen. They carry a full spectrum of natural dyed colors and their essence and soulful stories in each unique piece. I feel incredibly connected to weaving and textiles in this way. I spent time volunteering with @tramatextiles and learned about the 400+ women weavers they have partnered with to provide fair wages support there families and bring prosperity and independence. I imagine the hours of work each women puts into these and what is running through there minds during this fascinating process. Support by donating or shopping @tramatextiles these women could really use your help.

This is Kyle and Angelina. The artists behind @theartrising and founders @globalcoralition. They are advocates for our Ocean, a bridge to indigenous wisdom and bring together communities to heal our planet. They make art and sculptures with a mission to heal our reefs and regenerate our home planet. They worked with Taino Caribe elders in the Dominican Republic to design this sculpture of Atabey to serve as a new reef ecosystem so corals can have a new home to thrive. They are true examples of what our future can be and how humans can be stewards to the planet. Our oceans connect us to life force, they keep us breathing. Also a beautiful example of what love is and a true partnership. I have never met a power couple like them! They are unstoppable, their bright illumination will be felt for generations to come. I am full of gratitude to have been part of this project and to bask in there light and learn from them. They have given me hope when I was feeling lost in the world. There are many warriors out there and hope if you seek it. donate to @globalcoralition to support this and other sculptures of resilience.

This is Kyle and Angelina. The artists behind @theartrising and founders @globalcoralition. They are advocates for our Ocean, a bridge to indigenous wisdom and bring together communities to heal our planet. They make art and sculptures with a mission to heal our reefs and regenerate our home planet. They worked with Taino Caribe elders in the Dominican Republic to design this sculpture of Atabey to serve as a new reef ecosystem so corals can have a new home to thrive. They are true examples of what our future can be and how humans can be stewards to the planet. Our oceans connect us to life force, they keep us breathing. Also a beautiful example of what love is and a true partnership. I have never met a power couple like them! They are unstoppable, their bright illumination will be felt for generations to come. I am full of gratitude to have been part of this project and to bask in there light and learn from them. They have given me hope when I was feeling lost in the world. There are many warriors out there and hope if you seek it. donate to @globalcoralition to support this and other sculptures of resilience.

The 6 principles of Earthship’s are:

1. Thermal/Solar Heating & Cooling.
2. Solar & Wind Electricity.
3. Contained Sewage Treatment.
4.Building with Natural & Recycled Materials.
5. Water Harvesting.
6. Food Production. This autonomous castle is a school. I worked on this structure in La Ganove, Haiti in January for a month. When completed it will capture 22 tons of garbage. There is no recycling of plastics here or municipal waste management. It is burned or lived with. Industrial revolution, colonialism, corruption natural disasters and capitalism have had tremendous impacts on this land. By building, teaching and learning how to build Earthship’s it has allowed communities like this to have self reliance. To build, grow and problem solve on a local level. We can clean up our Planet We have the right to have clean water, air and food. Self reliance is survival here. This is a beautiful example of a solution that brings communities together and creates awareness, as brings value in our garbage. This was an incredible experience and am looking forward to return to complete this. The first classroom is completed and the second is near. Which means this school will be able to include another 30 children. These kids will receive an education and a meal to give them a fighting chance in the world. Thank you for all who donated and followed my journey. @greatergoodhaiti @earthship @earthshipbiotecture #selfreliance #earthship #upcycle #recycle #wasteless #build

The 6 principles of Earthship’s are:

1. Thermal/Solar Heating & Cooling.
2. Solar & Wind Electricity.
3. Contained Sewage Treatment.
4.Building with Natural & Recycled Materials.
5. Water Harvesting.
6. Food Production. This autonomous castle is a school. I worked on this structure in La Ganove, Haiti in January for a month. When completed it will capture 22 tons of garbage. There is no recycling of plastics here or municipal waste management. It is burned or lived with. Industrial revolution, colonialism, corruption natural disasters and capitalism have had tremendous impacts on this land. By building, teaching and learning how to build Earthship’s it has allowed communities like this to have self reliance. To build, grow and problem solve on a local level. We can clean up our Planet We have the right to have clean water, air and food. Self reliance is survival here. This is a beautiful example of a solution that brings communities together and creates awareness, as brings value in our garbage. This was an incredible experience and am looking forward to return to complete this. The first classroom is completed and the second is near. Which means this school will be able to include another 30 children. These kids will receive an education and a meal to give them a fighting chance in the world. Thank you for all who donated and followed my journey. @greatergoodhaiti @earthship @earthshipbiotecture #selfreliance #earthship #upcycle #recycle #wasteless #build

This year for my 35th birthday I am building an autonomous school in Haiti. I'll work with the non-profit organization, Earthship Biotecture and their local partnership in Haiti to learn, teach and build a school.

During my time this year building a community center in Puerto Rico, I was incredibly inspired to be part of a group of individuals that all have a common goal, to build and learn about sustainable practices and create beautiful safe spaces that can be utilized for generations.

For this build, I will be learning how to construct the school from the foundation up. As I learn more about becoming a better sustainable designer and builder my plan is to someday build my own autonomous off grid spaces and continue to help others to do the same. I believe we can have a future that can be localized and community sufficient. Imagine that!

This donation will go to sponsor local adults to learn how to build and buy materials for the build which is also my tuition. This project would not be possible without the volunteer contributions which is why Im asking for this gift.

Greater Good International first started an education program in Haiti in 2011, teaching over 30 children and providing one meal per day for them, without any real classrooms. Since then, the school has been needing new classrooms to be able to expand the program further and make a difference in the future of these children and their families.

We will be building four classrooms with toilets and showers, creating a fully autonomous school that – uses garbage for insulating and building – keeps cool even when it is hot outside – captures and filters rain water for washing and drinking – uses solar energy for electricity – treats waste water in a contained and environmentally friendly way – grows fruit and vegetables for the children to eat

I left last year on my birthday to start this transformative journey and to learn how to become a better steward to our home planet and mother nature. I am full of gratitude for what this year has brought me and any support you can give. Please donate at the link in my bio.

This year for my 35th birthday I am building an autonomous school in Haiti. I'll work with the non-profit organization, Earthship Biotecture and their local partnership in Haiti to learn, teach and build a school.

During my time this year building a community center in Puerto Rico, I was incredibly inspired to be part of a group of individuals that all have a common goal, to build and learn about sustainable practices and create beautiful safe spaces that can be utilized for generations.

For this build, I will be learning how to construct the school from the foundation up. As I learn more about becoming a better sustainable designer and builder my plan is to someday build my own autonomous off grid spaces and continue to help others to do the same. I believe we can have a future that can be localized and community sufficient. Imagine that!

This donation will go to sponsor local adults to learn how to build and buy materials for the build which is also my tuition. This project would not be possible without the volunteer contributions which is why Im asking for this gift.

Greater Good International first started an education program in Haiti in 2011, teaching over 30 children and providing one meal per day for them, without any real classrooms. Since then, the school has been needing new classrooms to be able to expand the program further and make a difference in the future of these children and their families.

We will be building four classrooms with toilets and showers, creating a fully autonomous school that – uses garbage for insulating and building – keeps cool even when it is hot outside – captures and filters rain water for washing and drinking – uses solar energy for electricity – treats waste water in a contained and environmentally friendly way – grows fruit and vegetables for the children to eat

I left last year on my birthday to start this transformative journey and to learn how to become a better steward to our home planet and mother nature. I am full of gratitude for what this year has brought me and any support you can give. Please donate at the link in my bio.

I had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful artist home of Beryl #casadeli. Baryl and her partner Lief purchased this house on the top of the mountain and turned it into a off grid sanctuary oasis. Barrel came from street wear dressing dancers and then moved to runway fashion using fabric scraps to make bespoke high end fashion. You can see this influence in her colorful and eclectic mosaics today. She upcycled many found objects such as ceramics, bottles, spoons etc. and crafts them into these stunning installments that interact with the landscape architecture. Thanks for sharing your studio, home and inspiring work.

I had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful artist home of Beryl #casadeli. Baryl and her partner Lief purchased this house on the top of the mountain and turned it into a off grid sanctuary oasis. Barrel came from street wear dressing dancers and then moved to runway fashion using fabric scraps to make bespoke high end fashion. You can see this influence in her colorful and eclectic mosaics today. She upcycled many found objects such as ceramics, bottles, spoons etc. and crafts them into these stunning installments that interact with the landscape architecture. Thanks for sharing your studio, home and inspiring work.

Modesto Poolanco is a world renound Taino ceramicist. He uses his hands to mold the clay and Earth, the land of what was once the Tiano land. Cultural and indigenous stories that are mostly forgotten are told through his pieces. He uses ancient symbolism, icons and Deities to communicate the stories of his ancestors. He is an artist and a story teller. As I watched him work i couldn’t help but feel the energy of something greater than us moving through him. 🙏 #clay #earth #soil #minerals #ceramics #tiano #republicadominicana #handmade #kiln @artesanomodestopool

Modesto Poolanco is a world renound Taino ceramicist. He uses his hands to mold the clay and Earth, the land of what was once the Tiano land. Cultural and indigenous stories that are mostly forgotten are told through his pieces. He uses ancient symbolism, icons and Deities to communicate the stories of his ancestors. He is an artist and a story teller. As I watched him work i couldn’t help but feel the energy of something greater than us moving through him. 🙏 #clay #earth #soil #minerals #ceramics #tiano #republicadominicana #handmade #kiln @artesanomodestopool

Meet the founder of @fundacionoceanolimpio, Johan. He grew up here in Puerto Plata, the North coast of the RD. He recalls swimming in the Ocean as a boy and seeing fish and coral disappear. He has seen this land destroyed by pollution. He strongly believes we will have no future without doing something now. Two and a half years ago he took it upon him self to take action. He learned how to set up this simple capture systems made from recycled bottles and Nylon rope. It stops the garbage from entering into the ocean. The garbage is then picked up by the community. In one hour of clean up, you can expect to see around 85 bags of garbage captured from just one of these. He has installed 6 of them so far. Each system shows the type of garbage that the town above produces. A lot of junk food, styrofoam, plastic bottles, single use waste. A lot comes from the barrios or low income neighborhoods upstream. He advocated that education and reducing single use is critical. He is a shining example of what anyone of us can do to help our own communities in taking action. He is passionate about his future and his children’s future. He wants to swim in the clean Ocean again. He has seen the waters are clearer now. He pulls together the community in this effort and even the local fishermen have been involved. The overfishing and pollution are critical elements in rescuing this ecosystem. I am hopeful when I meet people like Johan. We are all fortunate to have light beings such as Johan walking among us. Thanks you for keeping the Ocean clean and being an example for all of us! #oceancleanup #oceanbound #oceanlimpia #oceana #yucahu #Atabey #caribe #cleanup #saveourplanet #storiesofwarriors #pachamana #climatechange #stopsingleuseplastic ——>check out more in my DR stories<koi

Meet the founder of @fundacionoceanolimpio, Johan. He grew up here in Puerto Plata, the North coast of the RD. He recalls swimming in the Ocean as a boy and seeing fish and coral disappear. He has seen this land destroyed by pollution. He strongly believes we will have no future without doing something now. Two and a half years ago he took it upon him self to take action. He learned how to set up this simple capture systems made from recycled bottles and Nylon rope. It stops the garbage from entering into the ocean. The garbage is then picked up by the community. In one hour of clean up, you can expect to see around 85 bags of garbage captured from just one of these. He has installed 6 of them so far. Each system shows the type of garbage that the town above produces. A lot of junk food, styrofoam, plastic bottles, single use waste. A lot comes from the barrios or low income neighborhoods upstream. He advocated that education and reducing single use is critical. He is a shining example of what anyone of us can do to help our own communities in taking action. He is passionate about his future and his children’s future. He wants to swim in the clean Ocean again. He has seen the waters are clearer now. He pulls together the community in this effort and even the local fishermen have been involved. The overfishing and pollution are critical elements in rescuing this ecosystem. I am hopeful when I meet people like Johan. We are all fortunate to have light beings such as Johan walking among us. Thanks you for keeping the Ocean clean and being an example for all of us! #oceancleanup #oceanbound #oceanlimpia #oceana #yucahu #Atabey #caribe #cleanup #saveourplanet #storiesofwarriors #pachamana #climatechange #stopsingleuseplastic ——>check out more in my DR stories<koi

This is Sól, or her Taino name is Guabonito which means she came from the depths of the sea, possessing the secret of cibas and guanines, a mythical healer. She wears a tattoo of the madusa (jellyfish) and sings songs of blessings and ceremonies to heal and replenish the Ocean. She was born into a family that carries the traditional language and stories of the Taino people. Those that are native to the Caribe islands. She is a window to the past, a story teller and she shares her wisdom to those that have forgotten this history or are lost at sea. Un placer conocerte Sól! @medusa_solar

This is Sól, or her Taino name is Guabonito which means she came from the depths of the sea, possessing the secret of cibas and guanines, a mythical healer. She wears a tattoo of the madusa (jellyfish) and sings songs of blessings and ceremonies to heal and replenish the Ocean. She was born into a family that carries the traditional language and stories of the Taino people. Those that are native to the Caribe islands. She is a window to the past, a story teller and she shares her wisdom to those that have forgotten this history or are lost at sea. Un placer conocerte Sól! @medusa_solar

Where we have a hand in building our dwellings we can prosper. Where we build with love and light and purpose we can reside hopeful. This man carried this wood for his fence from a distance. He built his house from reclaimed wood in a rainbow of faded pastels and dried bamboo. His fence with nearby trees. Everything is saved and has value. Life can be simple and sustainable. Happiness and gratitude to growing roots! #growth #mycelium #hands #craft #simplejoy #creation #pride #local #soulstory

Where we have a hand in building our dwellings we can prosper. Where we build with love and light and purpose we can reside hopeful. This man carried this wood for his fence from a distance. He built his house from reclaimed wood in a rainbow of faded pastels and dried bamboo. His fence with nearby trees. Everything is saved and has value. Life can be simple and sustainable. Happiness and gratitude to growing roots! #growth #mycelium #hands #craft #simplejoy #creation #pride #local #soulstory

Our hands are tools to express our essence. This is @helpmetohelprd a beautiful soul that I’ve come across here in the Dominican Republic. He is full of sacred energy and makes beautiful pieces from natural materials. His love and light is infectious and I am truly inspired by his work. So nice to meet you Marcelo!

Our hands are tools to express our essence. This is @helpmetohelprd a beautiful soul that I’ve come across here in the Dominican Republic. He is full of sacred energy and makes beautiful pieces from natural materials. His love and light is infectious and I am truly inspired by his work. So nice to meet you Marcelo!

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