Readers, I’m so excited to share with you that just like last year, I’ll be attempting to go completely plastic-free the entire month of July! As you may recall, I had moderate success in 2020 (but I know I can do better). And it would help me so much to know you were in it […]
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The Buzz About Pollination We all know that bees are an essential part of life because of their important role in pollination. But did you know that they’re not the only pollinators around? Other creatures like birds, bats, butterflies, moths and small mammals are also responsible for pollinating our plants. It’s thanks to them that […]
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Gearing Up for Grilling? If your summertime plans include cranking up the grill for a delicious meal to serve family and friends, you’ll want to make sure your cooker is clean! Not only does a well-kept grill look better, it’s safer, works better and lasts longer, too. Even if you wiped down your charcoal or […]
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Radically reducing chemicals and making the world a little safer I’m so excited to wish Norwex® a big “Happy anniversary!” After beginning in Norway 27 years ago this month, Norwex now has a long, proud history of radically reducing chemicals in homes all over the world. Our exceptional microfiber, household and personal care products are […]
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Celebrating Trees Around the World “Arbor Day is not like other holidays. Each of those reposes on the past, while Arbor Day proposes for the future.” –Julius Sterling Morton You might call Arbor Day a grassroots effort to support the future of trees globally. “Arbor” comes from the Latin word for “tree,” and over […]
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Together we’re cleaning up our oceans! In honor of Earth Day on April 22, I wanted to remind you about our partnership with Seabin. Seabins are an amazing invention that help keep “debris problem areas” in water clean by collecting surface rubbish and oil near marinas, docks, yacht clubs and commercial ports. In 2019, Norwex® […]
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Norwex and You: Together We Can Make a Difference Earth Day is dear to Norwex Consultants all over the world, who are creating healthier homes and a safer planet by radically reducing harmful chemicals and waste. And with this important day coming up on April 22, what better time than now to highlight a few […]
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Good360 Today I’m excited to share my recent podcast with Shari Rudolph, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Development Officer of Good360, a new partner for Norwex®. Shari shares her passion about what makes this amazing, 37-year-old nonprofit the leader in “product philanthropy and purposeful giving. Connecting with hundreds of socially responsible companies that are looking […]
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Norwex General Manager Julien Dufaure Shares What Sets Our Microfiber Apart Today I’m excited to share my recent conversation with Julien Dufaure, General Manager, Norwex® Institute for Textile Innovation & Manufacturing (Norwex China), who describes the lengths to which Norwex goes to provide the best, highest-quality microfiber available anywhere. With an extensive background in product […]
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From Eating Plastic Pollution to Detecting Land Mines, Bacteria Is on the Job When you think about bacteria, pleasant things probably don’t come to mind. In fact, most of us likely prefer to keep bacteria at bay. (Movement readers appreciate how Norwex Microfiber actually removes up to 99% of bacteria from a surface with water […]
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