these brands tried to pay me to lie to you so I made this video instead... | Earth Day Greenwashing

[@Shelbizleee]

Ya'll... Rainforest = Amazon and nothing rhymes with Prime... you're welcome.

[@Zairanang]

Shelby!!! Crime!! Prime does Crime!!!

[@Leedune]

What about grime? They do be a dirty company

[@kicica13212]

thank you for explaining I was too stupid to get it lmao

[@SheriLynNut]

I’m assuming you discovered you hadn’t signed the NDA 😆 Thanks for being an ethical person who values the planet over financial gain! That’s a rare trait today, but it’s very appreciated. You’re a super hero for the planet! Anti-green washing G-Force!

[@Shelbizleee]

okay so some things do rhyme with prime LOL I clearly was not able to make it work while I was recording LOL forgive me

[@Megan-nt7dm]

"We polluted the shit out of the environment, but we planted a tree (that probably isn't native and will die anyways)" BUY OUR SHIT MORE NOW

[@blakeahrens1282]

the starbucks earth cake pop is also 20 cents more than the other ones, literally for no reason

[@HosCreates]

they are overpriced period.

[@catnipaddict88]

This is like Pollo Tropical, a local fast food chain, charging an extra $2 for 3 thin slices of avocado… in Florida… like why? There’s avocado trees in every house down here..? And our avocados are huge so there’s profit

[@giarichards1529]

It’s called supply and demand.

[@paigelego4027]

Aesthetics upcharge ✨

[@0hermitworm]

Given how much Starbucks is fighting dirty to keep its employees from unionizing, I wouldn't be giving them my business either way.

[@HowTKayt]

As a teacher I like Earth month as a way to rally the whole school on teaching students about environmentalism. It is hard to fit as many Earth themed activities into just one day with the math and reading curriculum we have to get through as well.

[@mollycluff943]

Agree as a librarian! We've had activities all month and it gives us more time for kids to enjoy.

[@sarahnelson8836]

This is why I’m a fan of Earth Week (with a big Earth Day at the end) best of both worlds

[@alexandrademartini7496]

I’m a teacher and was going to say the same thing.

[@victorvale1015]

When I was a kid we did a rainforest week where we learned about stuff to do with the rainforest/saving it in every lesson, like in biology learning about the animals and medicine, maths budgeting a plan to conserve it, art creating t shirts about saving it and omg it was really good 10/10 would recommend you do this, it’s been like 8 years and I remember the whole thing

[@krakenb8172]

I work at Starbucks. Their 'contribution' to earth day is a joke. They were even selling reusable cheaply made plastic cups that say sustainable on them. Reusable is sustainable..but these are so flimsy they realistically are not meant for long time use or anything close to it.

[@hameley12]

I used to work at Starbucks too. I did see some shady stuff and some funny stuff happen. What got me upset was their "We are fast promoting sustainable recyclable tumblers, cups, etc..." This was years ago and recently I went online, all over social media people are selling their unused, some used and in good shape, and series sets for eight to twenty dollars. *Nobody is using or reusing their cups because of poor quality and other defects* At some point five years ago I went into a Starbucks and saw the manager and employee mix up usable/recyclable materials with organic materials. So gross and unethical! I took pics, told my friend I'd wait outside, and posted the pics online. I didn't buy anything. Sadly, my friend is obsessed with their iced coffee so I can't change her mind about not buying from them.

[@alphamail8974]

@@hameley12 I'm sorry but iced coffee is too mediocre of a thing to be stubborn over 💀 I would understand more if it was something you couldn't only get at Starfucks. I worked there too and quit two months ago 🥰

[@NateWengerd]

I’ve had my cup for over 5 years now…. The cheap $5 one. What are people doing to their cups that they aren’t lasting???

[@TyLeeslilsis]

@@NateWengerd same here. I have 2 plastic ones and a metal one and only one of them is cracked because my mom dropped it in the sink, but it's still only the outer shell. The actual cup inside is fine (one of the old chalkboard ones). Had it for 4+ years.

[@stephanieg2887]

Shelby deserves more hype. The amount of money she has turned down is astonishing. Thank you for doing this for the 🌎 💙

[@sidneybates37]

Yesss i agree! ❤ 🌍🌍🌍

[@SaveMoneySavethePlanet]

Agreed. I was honestly kind of fed up with the zero waste movement before I found her. Cause so many KZbinrs seemed to be going “buy this item from me so you can save the planet.” So it was such a breath of fresh air when I found Shelbi and her videos were saying “buy less stuff you idiots!”

[@Shelbizleee]

thank you so much 💙

[@itslissette6621]

Right?! She's sticking by her morals.

[@misseselise3864]

shelbi*

[@samanthawoods615]

I'm gonna throwback to elementary school... Tree planting is for ARBOR DAY! Earth day is for conservation. I remember for Earth Day we heavily focused on Reduce Reuse and Recycle.

[@magdalenakuffel3213]

In Poland, back in the day (late 90s/early 2000s), school kids were cleaning parks and forests from waste on the Earth Day. I think it is a good way to promote conservation & sensibilize kids to not throwing garbage whever they are

[@samanthawoods615]

@@magdalenakuffel3213 yes! Exactly. That's when I was in elementary (late 90s) I was so thrilled that my son's baseball league decided to do a Earth Day/month project. They are going to be cleaning up the parks. I am always amazed at the amount of litter there is even the snow melts here. It's like people think it's okay to litter in the winter because the snow covers it.

[@heatherstein9576]

Yes but.... people and companies abused 'every day should be earth day and arbor day' so companies use it as a mix for anything relating to the environment

[@Kimmie6772]

The kids in pre-AP science class in junior high had a thing where we would learn how to help cultivate swamp grass and then plant it in a park that was trying to help reclaim wetland. We got to apply our knowledge of pH, use cool testing equipment, and learn what people wear when navigating a marshy area. Yes, we did walk inside the muddy water to get to where the plants were and had to hose ourselves off afterwards. We ended up not doing the final planting because the weather didn't work out with the schedule, but I loved every second of it and it felt like an educational field trip. It also taught us about how important the wetlands are and how the ecosystem is withering away. Edit: btw for anyone curious, these grasses were hella finicky and it became glaringly obvious why these plants were dying out. They yellowed and got sick pretty easily (we had a picture chart to help identify what was wrong with them) and required a pretty specific pH range. They were not very adaptable to stress. This is what allowed them to be outcompeted by more generalist submerged plants or just die out altogether.

[@SuperCosmicMutantSquid]

TREES! TREES! Charlie's Arbor Day Foundation! Spreading the word across the nation about TREES!

[@alliemay6076]

I don’t really have anyone else to share this news with, so I’ll say it here. I’m so happy to say there’s now a refill store store near me that sells a huge variety of sustainable products. I’m so excited!! They have hand made shampoo bars and bar soaps, all kinds of liquid detergents, bulk items and so much more.

[@carolynt3184]

That’s BIG news!!

[@dollylevels6753]

thats so cool! I love my refill shop so much i hope u will love yours too!

[@Iris-gy2mi]

Is this in the UK?

[@alliemay6076]

@@Iris-gy2mi Canada

[@MNeathway]

Yay! It’s so fun to get your stuff at those kinds of places. Drag your friends along, I’ve converted a few with such excursions 😄

[@lottiav.422]

You’re the FIRST person I’ve ever seen hype the intense regulatory oversight that goes into potable drinking water. Hell yes. Thank you!

[@heddie152]

Yes!! And all of the public water data is accessible. In some cases it isn’t so good... mostly connected to environmental racism. If you don’t personally like the taste of your tap, a charcoal filter is much less wasteful (material and transport-wise) than buying bottles

[@irisheyes6363]

Except in Flint, MI apparently. I think it was years before they caught the problem. But like the other comment mentioned. It’s tangent to environmental racism.

[@EllieElectric35]

@@irisheyes6363 Not just in Flint. Regulatory oversight is really only a thing in “high value” areas. Environmental racism is widespread and aggressive

[@micheller3251]

Honestly I think we should not have month of xyz, it should be a week max. Short enough to pay attention, long enough to explore the subject

[@laureljackson9800]

Exactly this! I did not know Earth Day was now Earth month...its mid month and I am just hearing about this...I work at an environmental laboratory to boot! I highlight Groundwater awareness week and Drinking Water week!

[@angela_flute52689]

Agreed. Plus there are more "XYZ Month"s than there are months in the year.

[@ginnyc7886]

My thoughts exactly! And it would be easy to give every day a focus… Monday to learn about zero waste swaps, Tuesday to learn about ways to reduce CO2 output, Wednesday is to write your politicians, etc

[@lifeontheledgerlines8394]

When it comes to things like pride month, black history month, and Asian/Pacific Islander history month, I feel like because those aren't just about public education/community awareness but in the case of pride month it's also largely about solidarity for members of the community, that doesn't work as well. But in this case of the whole Earth month thing, I think it might be a great idea to condense it so it doesn't become so diluted over a period of time that you can't give it attention consistently

[@mamaprojects4120]

Perfect! Agreed!

[@persephone213]

The fact that Shelbi turns down money from companies like this makes me feel even more like I can trust her opinions and the information she provides here. Thanks for your authenticity! 💚

[@elsagrace3893]

Shelbi must realize that money is but one strategy for getting one’s needs met. It is also the laziest strategy and the strategy that requires the least amount of consideration for the people involved in meeting your needs. (Withe the exception of raping and pillaging)

[@thechaosgoblin]

I agree that the idea of Earth Month is commercially driven. That said, I do like the idea because I've seen people who didn't realize it was Earth Day and react with "oh well, I'll try not to miss it next year". Having a whole month doesn't necessarily mean you're asking someone to do something all month (although that would be great), but it does give folks a whole month to do *something*, which is better then having them do nothing.

[@stephaniebateman2637]

"Earth month" is a total cash grab! Also, I'm seeing a lot more people gardening this year than ever before, but planting non-native plants that literally don't grow here in North Texas. But all of the nurseries and hardware stores are selling them cheaper than the stuff that DOES grow here. It's such a scam!

[@composthog4332]

I live in the Dallas area and have noticed this, too. Argh! Also, that loads of people plant only annuals and no perennials and the landscaping crews throw the plants and root balls with soil in black plastic bags that they take to the landfill. Also, loads of companies, municipalities and people are paying tree trimmers to thin and limb up their rrees every year. They look like Dr Seuss drawings now. Makes me want to cry. Such disrespect for our air purifiers, shade producers that used to help cool off our urban areas. Can't figure out anything to do about it so I just feel hopeless. At least you guys care! Sending much love to all good earth stewards!

[@nicole-dearest]

please make a palm oil video! that was the first major eco issue baby activist me got into at like 10 years old haha and it's still so hard to avoid it in products or check sustainability

[@kdc.archive]

True! I had an activism assignment and chose palm oil but omg that is such a huge and tangled thing! It felt like there were no proper answers, and I would love a more educated opinion (I'm graphic design, not science, rip)

[@elisehodge2520]

I think she already did, like a year or two ago

[@0hermitworm]

@@elisehodge2520 Searched her channel and she hasn't done one specifically about it.

[@justinesnyder9677]

I got so mad the other day!! My baby likes almond butter more than peanut butter and little old me in the isles is too busy comparing the nutritional facts of the two jars, without looking at the ingredients…two days later…palm oil is the second ingredient on the almond butter jar!! I avoid palm oil like I do human interaction and I couldn’t believe myself! Such a rookie move!!

[@BusyLizzy_]

My take on the "earth month" is it's a good thing, it gives us a chance to do challenges or habit swaps for a whole month... making it more likely that changes will stick!

[@nmtrules96]

Interacting so KZbin will bump your videos. Girl you deserve way more attention and views. Thank you for exposing all these brands trying to do deals selling their wack idea of “sustainability”

[@cinnyslittlefriends1379]

I just wanted to share something I did today to connect to the Earth. I went on a walk where I explored some of the nature around me and picked up trash while I walked (you find a surprising amount when you’re looking for it). I even took my shoes off to feel the land beneath my feet. I had an amazing day and I will remember it for a long time. You don’t need to consume products to celebrate the Earth, you can find something that YOU feel will connect yourself to the planet because it helps you see what you are fighting for! So instead of looking to buy products this Earth day, try looking inward to find things that will be truly meaningful to you.

[@juniperjabber]

2:58 "Earth day" and "NFTS" are not words that go together

[@thesavingsorceress]

Wow, that's a ton of greenwashing to sift through! I wish brands (and more people) understood that sustainable living isn't something we do for the aesthetic and accolades but because we actually care about making a meaningful difference in the health of our planet. I was recently approached by one of those "we just plant a tree" brands on IG, and it's just so disappointing to see that they had no transparency info on the sustainability or ethicality of their product itself. Why would we lie to our followers to promote these products when they are hardly even doing the bare minimum?

[@growingsage]

Because actually doing something that could cause meaningful change is too hard. Companies have the resources to switch to sustainable products, but that would cost them money that could be made right now, so they dress it up and lie and make people think they're doing good, and some people (not all) make being environmentally conscious their defining personality trait but don't look critically at what they do. It doesn't help that society has this weird Black or white mentality going on, when many issues are interconnected.

[@swissnik27]

Shout out to Tara! Your editing in today's video is exceptionally on point 😂👌🏻

[@Liloldliz]

yes thank you tara! killing it

[@sophiepotter6300]

The HILARITY that the ad I got before this video was from a brand named After the Rainforest. My guys, you can advertise all you want, but you won't like what Shelbi has to say... Thanks for the video!

[@sashuni1064]

Love this. As someone with a BS in business, I’m sadly aware of how easy it is to greenwash. Whenever I see some pledge or promise to sustainability or diversity or anything, I always look into measurable details. And there usually are no details or they’re hard to find. It reminds me of those “charities” that only put money towards awareness, rather than actually helping with the issue

[@the_wandering_yehudi]

I'm an environmental educator, so I teach kids environmental lessons year-round. Personally, I love earth month because 1) the weather is getting warmer so the kids are actually excited to go outside, and 2) they may have done another project in school that provides them reference, so I can actually build a lesson on a knowledge base, rather than just starting with nothing. (This has been multiplied by the covid restrictions, which has made them really not want to be outside or get dirty at all). Anyway, now I notice my kids are talking about seeds they've planted in class, a gardening project at their school, or making DIY reusables- it all helps me build my lessons off of it.

[@hebbbby]

Ughhhhhh! You're brilliant Shelbi, excellent video. Would also be super interested in your take on palm oil xxx

[@bgholmq]

Preach it about tap water!!!!! So lucky for us, in the majority of the US, that we have fabulous water from the tap. This is so so so important

[@fibromiteready2fight809]

I definitely see why it would be used for marketing purposes. I like it because my little brother watches pbs kids and they have shows teaching kids about nature and climate change and pollution and they have extra episodes made for earth month. Also I may not have time or physical energy to devote to teaching him or going into nature every earth day, but if it’s a money, we can spend a little time each day/every other day learning and doing projects.

[@rebeccazimmer8005]

Shelbi you’re a legend ! I have to laugh at all here brands- every single brand these days says they’re “deeply committed to sustainability” your response was perfect hahha. Getting so hard to sort through green washing so I gotta stick to buying 2nd hand

[@MollyPotato123]

i LOVE earth month! sustainability is such a huge and complex issue that one day is simply not enough. i do get what youre saying though, my roommate brought me home an earth day squishmallow from five below yesterday, and i feel terrible that my first thought was... the irony. i appreciate the sentiment! but selling cheap stuffed animals for earth month is just... so on the nose.

[@Jigglywood]

I wish so many more people cared about these things. I work at a craft store and they have a section of journaling supplies that are labeled as “sustainable journaling” just because the cover is bamboo 😫

[@bonniea8189]

I just bought a Rocket Notebook because the pages are erasable.

[@MizuSky]

Gods I love this womans energy, it's so refreshing to hear someone so honest & passionate about what they believe in.

[@lainey7384]

Hey Shelby, I totally agree that earth month has become a grab for companies to make money. However, I’ve decided to take that “UGH” and flip it into a way for me to daily post zero-waste or zero-plastic products. My friends, coworkers, and family have made significant changes thanks to these, and that’s been a win for me… companies will do what they can to stop improvements for sure, but I’ve been proud to fight back with actual earth-happy products. Thank you for your videos!! You’ve helped me and my partner learn so much!

[@karacoconutag]

The shade and cheek in this video is soooooo satisfying. And more than deserved.

[@erikapauley7391]

I did get one email from a brand asking us not to buy anything. I liked that.

[@JorNicole]

Which brand?

[@erikapauley7391]

@@JorNicole pontos! It’s a shoe company

[@plantsbeautylove]

Palm oil video please… you know we need it ! ..love you

[@Frankie607]

The treeplanting is so performative. And the earth day cake pop, what theeee..

[@stephanieg2887]

This video is amazing👌you are doing the lords work fr

[@shaunaburton7136]

Amen!

[@louiseunderhill2810]

This is why Shelby is so trustworthy and authentic. By turning these brands & their money down we can see that she “walks the walk and talks the talk” (or is that the other way round!).

[@jennyc5140]

That Amazon comment took me out 😂☠️ Also, your makeup in this video is giving!!!!! Look at you in GREEN 🌱

[@wiltedspinachcat3472]

i appreciate this so much because ive literally bought sooo many things off your recommendations because i feel like youre one of the few "influencers" i can actually trust to not work with big corps just for a payout. although i understand the main scrutiny should be people who are doing the most bad!

[@Lee-lg6rd]

Wow, I’ve never seen someone so open and thorough on sustainability! Incredible knowledge here, you just got a sub 💕

[@AngledHourglass]

Thank you! Honestly used to work at Starbucks and well I can say they are no way sustainable

[@morrigandeathambassador]

I have a movement disorder, so shaving is a NIGHTMARE!! Thanks for making me feel normal with my body hair!

[@christyseakiki8574]

Keep it up! We’ve been saying “Earth Day is Everyday” for DECADES! Your voice is valuable- thanks!

[@CF.]

I couldn’t love this video more Shelby. Great content. Also shout out to Tara. Fantastic job as usual.

[@sassysatan1659]

God I love you so much for this

[@vanezaparisien9735]

You are a legend for doing what you do. Love the content as usual.

[@shaunaburton7136]

I think eco conscious small brands that don’t have big budgets for advertising can get a big boost with earth month.

[@the_Pons]

As Nicole M. said, yes please make a palm oil video!! Also, seriously, an earth month SALE is a complete oxymoron and totally counterprouctive to the entire initiative that was earth day 🙄

[@beepboopblorp]

Subscribed. Love your perspective and authenticity in making this video in the first place!

[@memyselfandi5816]

So I think it’s better for earth month. Because of watching you I have changed a few things that I do around my place. I don’t shave either lol it’s been a year. But I do have a safety razor. I use my tap water through a Brita jug. I have given up paper towels, and have rags to use for clean up. It’s been a slow process but I do little by little.

[@celinepope]

Keep it up! Even if it's taken baby steps over a long time, it's distancing for you and it matters! Awesome job:)

[@Natalie_stgw]

I wish more people would spread the message of just doing something better. I feel like a lot of influencers and celebrities that preach sustainability make it seem like you have to become 100% sustainable for anything you do to make a real difference. Thank you for spreading your message and giving people easy access to this knowledge! I hope more people find your content :)

[@jordanungiechajer1891]

This video was SO good! I was laughing at the irony of some especially the last two.. shout out for throwing shade where shade is deserved!!! I think Earth month is a hard pro and con because if it gives awareness to an extra person who saw it more than once maybe it works. It definitely shouldn't be an excuse though for companies that can't step up for their actions.

[@jordanyoder9356]

Ooooo I’m here for the tea and the quality content and info!!!

[@pamelahornick8108]

Love this video. Keep speaking the truth because it's one of the things I value most about your channel. I had almost given up on sustainability/zero waste channels because most of them were about the things you needed to buy to become zero waste/sustainable 🤦‍♀️ but you were like stop buying all that sh*t, you don't need it. 😂💜

[@domminteer3045]

please do a video on palm oil if you have time! it's so helpful to see breakdowns for specific ingredients and what good substitutes are

[@amandak4748]

I would watch a palm oil video! Your research is always so detailed and I appreciate that

[@MattHendrickR]

I'm so glad KZbin suggested this video to me. I agree with you about Earth Month completely! You spoke out about a lot of things I do...and mostly get tuned out for bringing up. Excellent video! Seriously, a needed one. Subscribed

[@yatinsebert]

I literally don’t understand why are people buying bottled water instead of a water bottle. It’s the EASIEST and the most basic change.

[@sswcustomsewing4276]

Me either water filters have been around forever and they are easy to make yourself. Bottled water is usually city water ran through a filter by the Coca-Cola company. Bottled water was actually made very popular by the Germans in the 1930s.

[@user-di6cn2ne7u]

And of you hate your tap water, getting those big water jugs you get from the grocery store, the giant (5 gallon?) Blue jugs. They get reused and reused and cost like $1-$2 to refill. You don't even have to have a water cooler , you can get a little hand pump that clips to the top of the bottle.

[@sswcustomsewing4276]

@@user-di6cn2ne7u My water bottles are all glass and older than I am. I have a water filter off of a drinking fountain that I plumbed into my water line with a water line coming off of it to fill bottles and containers. The filter and parts are all available from an industrial supply store, hardware store, and its really handy. It saves me a trip into town and has saved me a lot of money over the last 20 years. I think I found the idea in an old issue of Mother Earth News.

[@californiadoll6273]

I'm a huge Environmentalist but I still soley live off bottled water because in my opinion it tastes wayyyy better than faucet water, refrigerator water, or water that is filtered by any filter machine I've used. I drink 1 50oz Essential water bottle per day.

[@californiadoll6273]

@@user-di6cn2ne7u it doesn't taste the same as bottled water, also it's a huge pain having to deal with having to life those super heavy water gallons

[@angela_flute52689]

16:02 perfect opportunity to rhyme it with CRIME

[@HoneySedai]

Side note about Adore Me, their sizing is super uninclusive for larger/expanded bra sizes. Especially larger cup-smaller band sizes, such as going down to 28 bands and G+ cups being pretty much nonexistent, or very basic and ugly if they have any stock in those sizes. Would love to see a brand with actual inclusive sizing also offer environmental options like you’ve listed.

[@kat_thefruitbat]

I just graduated with a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, and I felt so understood when you said how school makes you feel like you don’t have time for literally anything else…That was my life for the past several years!! 🙃😂 I am 100% appreciative of your unwavering authenticity and everything you said here! Your passion for the environment is evident in every video, and I love that you use your platform to share it and your valuable knowledge with the rest of the world! Sending lots of love! 😊❤️

[@alexisp4012]

Hi! Marketer here and here's my take - I have always looked at April a month to promote sustainability across the brands I work for but more than that I've looked at it as a chance to educate them (and customers) the difference between truly implementing green practices and just straight up greenwashing.

[@NenaDrama]

You cannot do all the good that the world needs, but the world needs all the good that you can do. Such a good quote! Never heard it before but it really resonated with me.

[@queenbudgets2756]

The tap water being cleaner than bottled water thing is somewhat true. In many indigenous communities, for example, the drinking water is not drinkable and the government isn’t doing anything about it. We need to 1. Advocate to get clean drinking water but also 2. Find an affordable sustainable option to provide them with clean drinking water

[@inkandcaffeine]

The amount of sales in my inbox!! I had to constantly remind myself that even if its a brand I love, shopping just cuz is NOT the sustainable option!

[@MothHeart13]

Shelby you have inspired and taught me so much! As an eco conscious person not sure what changes I could even make your videos have been SO helpful! I have made so many small changes but just the change in perspective and realizing that it only takes a small adjustment period to try new things has been a world of difference! Keep doing your beautiful work! 💚💚💚💚

[@hberror404]

Definitely want that video on palm oil!! I see it in ingredients lists and it always makes me feel icky

[@Sabrina_Pare]

I got asked to promote the Schick razor too, and turned it down. I can see where it would have a place..maybe. But it didn't feel right for me to promote. We need to get away from disposables!

[@sswcustomsewing4276]

I do not like disposable razors at all. They are not healthy for people or the planet. I have always used a double edge drop in razor and tossed the blades into a sharps container with sewing needles and dispose of them in with my metal scrap.

[@shelagala7]

Love you and all your talking!! And, just so you know, anytime you have an idea for a video... absolutely make it! We'll watch the shit out of it ;D

[@ihavenousername11]

not me literally finishing my environmental science homework literally talking about e-waste issues and everything else... LOL love this.

[@alicialacroix]

Thank you for continuing to align with your values and turning down deals that don't! I really appreciate your authenticity

[@Angiladida]

This is on another level of honor to your viewers and the planet. If every major youtube channel stepped their ethics up to this level, imagine how much of a difference that would make.

[@BeautifulShaving]

Another reason HP contributes so much to e-waste is that they (Dell does this too btw) use a lot of non-standard computer parts making upgrading their computers extremely difficult at best, also you can't reuse most of their parts in any counter that isn't an HP (or Dell). Steve Burke from Gamers Nexus YT channel talks a lot about e-waste & how HP & Dell using non-standard parts creates more e-waste. Just thought I'd share this info because as a computer repair tech, I can say that most computers are upgradable & used parts can be used in other computers, except for HP & Dell...and most computer repair professionals don't like these 2 companies for this reason. Thanks for making these videos. I too personally believe in Earth Day Everyday. There are local e-waste recycling centers & organizations that give old computers, peripheral and parts new lives.

[@sarahthatcher123]

Amazing as always..thank you so much for keeping it real and helping us stay in the ‘truth’.

[@kelseykwolek8241]

The sheer LAZINESS of these pitches, especially the Amazon and Kleenex ones, really says just how much they really care about their "commitment to sustainability."

[@justinweatherford8129]

I am curious about what you think about what I am planning on doing. I plan on using a filament maker to turn waste plastics into filament. That filament will be 3D printed into new items. Some of those items will be used as molds for recycling paper into additional useful items.

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

I would love you to do a video on Palm oil! Also, if you haven’t done so already, would you do a video on sustainable clothing brand Christy Dawn? I’m interested in your take on their business model and what you think about “regenerative farming” that they tout. I’m awaiting my first purchase from them to arrive in the mail. I purchased from them because I love the look of their dresses and I wanted to inspect the quality from a sewist’s perspective. Even though their dresses are pricey, I don’t have an issue with it because I know from first hand experience all it takes to make an article of clothing. As a Gen X’er, I have seen the quality of ready to wear degrade and cheapen in my lifetime. I still have some pieces from the 80’s and 90’s that were constructed so much better than what I see in stores now. When I get my Christy Dawn dress, I’m going to try to replicate it from dress patterns that I have for myself, my sister and my niece 😁. I’m interested in your take on the company because in this day and age…they almost seem too good to be true! Am I missing something?

[@carlie7024]

Call them out Shelby👏👏👏👏 Love to see it!!!!

[@writethroughtheheart]

Thank you for sticking to your ethics and being so transparent about all this. This world definitely needs you and your message!!

[@katedecker9442]

Thanks for sharing! Could you make a video about what brands you recommend when buying new undergarments (bras, undies, etc.)?

[@Betweengoldenhorizons]

THANK YOU. Honestly, I've been a long-time watcher/learner from your videos and this is one of the main reasons I love you!

[@coraskye4149]

I think that earth week would be great but a whole month seems over kill. I would like the week because sometimes I don’t have time to celebrate or appreciate earth day on earth day because of how busy I am. So a week would be awesome!

[@MrsElv5]

One good thing about the earth month is that people can commit to a different lifestyle for a significant amount of time without having to continue when the month is over. Chances are that many of them will continue to apply it as a new way of life or keep some of what they have learned. One day is too little time to settle into new habits. Thank you for the amazing content!

[@NakiasHideaway]

Thank you for talking about all of these brands and letting them know how they can do better. Would definitely love a separate video all about palm oil.

[@brittanystorey9460]

Shelby I love you and you videos! You inspire me everyday to choose more sustainable options and to educate with out judging others in my circle. As another woman in the LGTBTQ+ community I’m also feel supported with how open you are about your relationship.

[@ciciosorio]

I NEED the palm oil video omggg

[@beautywinsfails8867]

Thank you for exposing these companies, it’s so eye-opening.

[@annsrensen8399]

You are amazing - Thank you for sharing valuable knowledge and inspiration!

[@BouncyBrown]

Some of these companies confused Earth Day with Arbor Day (international day to plant trees).

[@raydgreenwald7788]

Honestly your integrity is what keeps me watching

[@ThaoNguyen-sw8li]

I actually am laughing so hard at the sass in the title! But this is why I can trust you to recommend brands and know that it’s what you truly believe and researched

[@alexirossi]

THANK YOU!! For calling out aaaalllll the greenwashing!!

[@jennatulls2245]

The tea is so spicy…. Love it

[@HopeGardner3amed]

About HP not using deforestation is a step up. When I worked for my dad's law firm as a clerk a big part of my job was the transition of using paper to going paperless (I don't know if they did go paperless as this was six years ago and it was a big project and we both tend to get distracted pretty easily) but we often don't realize how much paper is used by most companies is my point.

[@yc5000]

Just came across this video and holy crap, I love you!! Subscribed!

[@katemariemc]

Hell yes!!! Thank you for staying true to your mission!

[@jenkies89]

This video introduced me to you and I am so thankful it did! Props are due for you to acknowledge the shady practices of influential brands, especially HP for economic racism for dumping their tech to countries of color. This is a huge issue I’m new to learning so thank you for speaking up!

[@heatherdewolff8045]

Everyone needs to watch this video. I loved it. How products are made and shipped that claim to be eco-friendly is exhausting to argue about.

[@leandracooper1534]

Also they normally don't show updates trees getting planted. But they need help fix soil to.

[@mamaprojects4120]

Wow these were ridiculous!! Funny yet makes me so mad. You deserve the entire world Shelbi!!! Thank you for keeping it real!!